On This Day: May 1, 1984 - Tina Turner Releases What’s Love Got To Do With It

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On This Day: May 1, 1984 - Tina Turner Releases What’s Love Got To Do With It
On May 1, 1984, Tina Turner released the single What’s Love Got To Do With It. The song became a massive comeback hit for Turner, showcasing her powerhouse vocals and strong presence at a time when many had counted her out of the mainstream spotlight.

What’s Love Got To Do With It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 where it stayed from September 1 through September 21. It also topped the charts in Canada and Australia, further cementing Turner’s worldwide appeal. The track went on to win a Grammy Award for Song of the Year and played a major role in establishing Tina Turner as one of the defining voices of the 80s.

Fun fact: Tina Turner was 44 years old when she hit number one with What’s Love Got To Do With It making her one of the oldest female solo artists to ever top the Billboard Hot 100 at that time.

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