September 13,
1989,
Tina Turner released her seventh solo album,
Foreign Affair. The album was a huge success internationally, reaching #31 on the US Billboard charts but dominating in Europe, where it hit #1 in multiple countries, including the UK,
Austria, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland. The album featured one of Turner’s most iconic hits, “The Best,” which became synonymous with her powerful voice and timeless appeal.
With its mix of rock, pop, and blues influences,
Foreign Affair helped solidify Turner’s status as a global
music legend. Songs like “Steamy Windows” and “I Don’t Wanna Lose You” were also standout tracks, contributing to the album’s commercial success.
Fun Fact!
“
Simply the Best” became one of
Tina Turner’s signature songs and has been widely used in
pop culture, including sports events and commercials.
