TOP   APC   PEAK   title   YEAR  
  1   540   460   WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT   1984  
  2   571   108   PROUD MARY   1971  
  3   599   165   THE BEST   1989  
  4   770   167   RIVER DEEP, MOUNTAIN HIGH   1966  
  5   914   249   PRIVATE DANCER   1984  
  6   1137   350   TONIGHT   1988  
  7   1331   341   NUTBUSH CITY LIMITS   1974  
  8   1893   779   WE DON'T NEED ANOTHER HERO   1985  
  9   4888   2421   TEACH ME AGAIN   2006  
  10   7198   2300   TYPICAL MALE   1986  
  11   8776   3202   LET'S STAY TOGETHER   1983  
  12   8987   2964   IT TAKES TWO   1990  
  13   9109   3531   IT'S ONLY LOVE   1985  
  14   9390   4103  
GOLDENEYE
  1995  
  15   11799   4923   I DON'T WANNA FIGHT   1993  
  16   11859   3454   BABY GET IT ON   1975  
  17   11894   5530   ADDICTED TO LOVE   1988  
  18   12019   3792   ONE OF THE LIVING   1985  
  19   12857   5941   STEAMY WINDOWS   1989  
  20   15005   6627   DISCO INFERNO   1993  
  21   15902   5136   634-5789   1989  
  22   16232   5357   WAY OF THE WORLD   1992  
  23   16814   5444   HELP   1984  
  24   16966   5537   GIRLS   1987  
  25   18615   9000   A FOOL IN LOVE   1960  
  26   19909   7060   I DON'T WANNA LOSE YOU   1990  
  27       7101   TWO PEOPLE   1986  
  28       11434   OPEN ARMS   2004  
  29       9554  
BETTER BE GOOD TO ME
  1984  
  30       10924   WHEN THE HEARTACHE IS OVER   1999  
                     
                     
  Tina Turner was born on November 26, 1939, as Anna Mae Bullock in the small town of Nutbush, Tennessee. It was a place where everyone knew each other, where life was simple, and where hard work was part of everyday life. Her parents were laborers who worked long hours, and Tina grew up in an environment with little luxury. Yet even as a child, she had something special: a powerful voice, enormous energy, and a natural presence that drew people in. No one could have imagined that this girl from a rural village would grow into one of the greatest stars in music history.

As a teenager, Tina discovered her love for music in church, where she often sang during services. Her voice stood out not just because she could sing loudly, but because she could express emotion in a way that felt real. She could convey joy, sadness, and strength as if she had lived it all herself. As she grew older, she began performing more often in local clubs. It was there that she met Ike Turner, a musician and bandleader who had already built a name for himself. Ike immediately recognized Tina’s exceptional talent. He invited her to join his band, and that moment would change her life forever.

In the 1950s and 1960s, the Ike & Tina Turner Revue became one of the most dynamic acts in the country. Tina was the shining center of the show. Her powerful voice, energetic dance moves, and charisma made every performance unforgettable. Audiences were often speechless when she left the stage. Together with Ike, she scored major hits, including “A Fool in Love,” “River Deep – Mountain High,” and their legendary version of “Proud Mary.” That last song, especially, became a classic. Tina’s raw voice combined with her explosive energy made their rendition one of the most beloved performances in pop history.

But behind the scenes, Tina’s life looked very different. Her relationship with Ike was turbulent and painful. While she shone on stage, she struggled privately with fear, sadness, and oppression. For years she tried to endure it, partly because she saw no way out and partly because she believed she was strong enough to carry everything. But eventually the situation became unbearable. In 1978, Tina decided to divorce Ike. It was a courageous step, because she left not only her marriage but also the career they had built together. She kept only her stage name. Everything she had created had to be rebuilt from scratch.

The period after the divorce was difficult. Tina had to reinvent herself, both as a person and as an artist. She began performing in small clubs and hotels, often for little money. But she didn’t give up. She kept practicing, kept performing, and kept believing that she would rise again. Her perseverance was eventually rewarded. In 1984, she released the album “Private Dancer,” and that album changed everything. It became a worldwide success and turned Tina Turner into an international superstar. Songs like “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” “Better Be Good to Me,” and “Private Dancer” became huge hits. She proved that she was not only a survivor but an artist who came back stronger than ever.

The success of “Private Dancer” gave Tina new energy. She began large world tours, performed in sold-out stadiums, and collaborated with other major artists. Her duet with Bryan Adams, “It’s Only Love,” showed how versatile she was. She could rock, she could sing with soul, she could whisper and shout, and everything sounded authentic. Tina Turner was no longer just a singer; she was a phenomenon.

What made Tina so special was her ability to combine different musical styles. She blended rock, soul, pop, and R&B in a way that was uniquely hers. Because of that, she reached a wide audience. Young and old, people from different backgrounds — everyone felt connected to her music. Her live performances were legendary. She was known for her endless energy, her powerful dance moves, and her ability to set an entire arena on fire. She set new standards for what a concert could be. It wasn’t just a performance; it was an experience.

Throughout her career, Tina sold more than 200 million records, making her one of the best-selling female artists of all time. But her influence went beyond numbers. Her music touched people deeply. She sang about love, pain, strength, and freedom. Her voice had an emotional depth that was impossible to ignore. Many artists who came after her named her as an inspiration. Beyoncé, Janet Jackson, and Rihanna are just a few examples of artists influenced by Tina’s power and style.

In addition to her musical achievements, Tina became a symbol of resilience. Her autobiography “I, Tina” gave the world an honest and open look at her life. She spoke about her difficult childhood, her painful marriage, and her fight to find herself again. The film based on the book, “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” brought her story to an even larger audience. People saw not only the star on stage but also the woman behind the spotlight — someone who overcame hardship and emerged stronger. Tina showed that even when life breaks you, you can always rise again.

In the years that followed, Tina continued to perform, but she chose her moments carefully. She wanted not only to sing but also to enjoy the life she had finally built for herself. In 2009, she retired from the stage. It was an emotional moment for her fans, but Tina felt it was time. She had given everything she could give. Still, her music continued to be heard everywhere. Songs like “Simply the Best” and “We Don’t Need Another Hero” remained popular and were rediscovered by new generations again and again.

In 2021, Tina was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist. It was a recognition of her enormous contribution to the music world. She had already been inducted earlier as part of Ike & Tina Turner, but this second induction was especially meaningful. It was a tribute to her own strength, her own voice, and her own legacy.

On May 24, 2023, Tina Turner passed away at her home in Küsnacht, Switzerland, after a long illness. Her death caused worldwide grief. Fans, artists, and people inspired by her story shared their memories and gratitude. Although she is no longer with us, her influence remains. Her music lives on, her story continues to touch people, and her name remains synonymous with strength, freedom, and perseverance.

Tina Turner will always be remembered as a pioneer, an icon, and a source of inspiration. She proved that no matter where you come from or what you have been through, you can always find the strength to reinvent yourself. Her life was a journey from pain to triumph, from silence to voice, from darkness to light. She was, and remains, simply the best.