Tina Turner And David Bowie Light Up The Stage With Their Duet Of Iggy Pop’s Tender Ballad Tonight

1984 was a pivotal year in Tina Turner’s career. After her divorce from Ike Turner in 1976, Tina embarked on a solo career, slowly establishing her own presence in the music industry. Leveraging her past collaborations with icons like the Rolling Stones and Chuck Berry, Tina’s solo endeavors took off with her successful cover of Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together” released in November 1983, which achieved global success.

Encouraged by the success of her cover of Al Green’s song, Capitol Records approved Tina Turner’s new album, “Private Dancer.” Completed in just two weeks, the album was released in May 1984 and quickly climbed to #2 in the UK and #3 on the Billboard 200 chart in the US. The album’s lead single, “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” earned Tina her first-ever #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, with subsequent hits like “Better Be Good to Me” and “Private Dancer” following suit. In November 1984, Tina’s duet with David Bowie, “Tonight,” was released, further cementing her legacy as a music icon.

Tina Turner’s dynamic performance of “Tonight” with David Bowie, featured on the CD/DVD set “Tina Live in Europe,” garnered her the Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance in 1989. Fans fondly recall the electrifying moment when Bowie surprised everyone by joining Tina on stage, creating an unforgettable atmosphere charged with excitement and admiration.

Unfortunately, both Tina Turner and David Bowie have passed away, but they left behind a legacy filled with timeless music and memorable performances. Their collaborations, including live mashups like “Let’s Dance,” continue to captivate fans around the globe, underscoring their lasting impact on the music industry.