Tina Turner - What's Love Got to Do with it - 1984
Tina Turner - What's Love Got to Do with it - 1984
Tina Turner - "What's Love Got to Do with It" (1984)
What's Love Got to Do with It is a song performed by Tina Turner, released in 1984. This song marked a significant comeback for Turner, who had not had a major hit since the late 1960s. The song became an iconic hit and is considered one of her signature tracks. It's not just a piece of music, but a landmark in the history of pop culture.
Background and Release
After a challenging period in her personal and professional life, Tina Turner made a stunning comeback with "What's Love Got to Do with It." The song was offered to several other artists before Turner recorded it, but it was her emotional depth and powerful voice that made it a hit. Released on the album Private Dancer, the song played a crucial role in re-establishing Turner as a major artist in the music industry.
Musical Style and Lyrics
The song features a blend of pop and R&B styles, which was a departure from Turner's earlier soul and rock music. The lyrics, which speak about the complexities and skepticism around romantic love, resonated with a wide audience. Turner's raw, emotional delivery of the lyrics added a unique depth to the song.
Impact and Legacy
"What's Love Got to Do with It" not only topped various charts but also won several awards, including three Grammy Awards. It is often cited in lists of the greatest songs of all time and has been covered and sampled by numerous artists. The song's success also led to the production of a biographical film of the same name, further cementing its place in popular culture.
Significance in Tina Turner's Career
The song is a defining moment in Turner's career, symbolizing her resilience and ability to reinvent herself. It helped establish her as a solo superstar and remains an anthem of empowerment and revival.
Interactive Tasks
Quiz: Questions on the song
What year was "What's Love Got to Do with It" released? (1984) (!1978) (!1982) (!1990)
Which album features "What's Love Got to Do with It"? (Private Dancer) (!Foreign Affair) (!Break Every Rule) (!Simply the Best)
What genre does "What's Love Got to Do with It" primarily belong to? (Pop and R&B) (!Rock and Soul) (!Disco) (!Blues)
How many Grammy Awards did the song win? (Three) (!One) (!Two) (!Four)
What is the main theme of "What's Love Got to Do with It"? (Complexities and skepticism around romantic love) (!The joy of finding love) (!Overcoming personal struggles) (!The importance of family and relationships)
Quiz: Questions on the Performer
What is Tina Turner's real name? (Anna Mae Bullock) (!Tracy Ann Summers) (!Diana Mae West) (!Laura Jane Smith)
In which state was Tina Turner born? (Tennessee) (!Mississippi) (!California) (!New York)
With whom did Tina Turner first gain fame in the 1960s? (Ike Turner) (!James Brown) (!Ray Charles) (!Elvis Presley)
For which musical genre is Tina Turner best known? (Rock) (!Jazz) (!Country) (!Hip-Hop)
In which year was Tina Turner inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist? (Note: Please check the current year for accuracy) (2021) (!2015) (!2009) (!1999)
Quiz: Questions on the lyrics
In the lyrics, what does Tina Turner compare love to? (A second-hand emotion) (!A wild ocean) (!A burning fire) (!A sweet melody)
What question does the chorus of the song start with? ("What's love got to do, got to do with it?") (!"Why does love feel like a battlefield?") (!"Is love just a game we play?") (!"Can love conquer all the odds?")
How does the song describe love in relation to the heart? (Nothing but a heartache) (!An everlasting flame) (!A journey of the heart) (!The rhythm of the heart)
Which line follows "Who needs a heart when a heart can be broken?" (You must understand though the touch of your hand) (!I've been thinking of a new direction) (!I've got cause to be) (!Each time you leave me I start losing control)
The song's title is a rhetorical question about the relevance of love. Which other theme does it explore? (Skepticism towards romantic relationships) (!The enduring power of love) (!The joy of young love) (!The pain of unrequited love)
Memory
| Tina Turner | Anna Mae Bullock |
| 1984 | "What's Love Got to Do with It" Release Year |
| Private Dancer | Album featuring the song |
| Grammy Awards | Three won by the song |
| Pop and R&B | Song's musical genres |
Open Tasks
Easy
- Create a playlist: Compile a playlist of songs from the 1980s that reflect the themes of resilience and empowerment, similar to "What's Love Got to Do with It."
- Research on 1980s music trends: Investigate and write a short essay about the evolution of pop and R&B music in the 1980s.
Standard
- Analyze the lyrics: Write a detailed analysis of the lyrics of "What's Love Got to Do with It," focusing on its themes of love and skepticism.
- Biography project: Create a short biography of Tina Turner, focusing on her musical career and her impact on the music industry.
Difficult
- Musical influence essay: Explore and write an essay on how Tina Turner's music, especially "What's Love Got to Do with It," influenced later musicians and genres.
- Interview project: Conduct a mock interview with Tina Turner (role-play), focusing on her experiences and thoughts during the creation of "What's Love Got to Do with It."
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Oral Exam
- Discuss the impact: Discuss the impact of Tina Turner's comeback with "What's Love Got to Do with It" on the music industry and popular culture.
- Compare and contrast: Compare and contrast the musical styles of Tina Turner in the 1960s and 1980s.
- The theme of resilience: Discuss how the theme of resilience is portrayed in "What's Love Got to Do with It" and relate it to Tina Turner's personal life.
- Musical evolution: Analyze the evolution of pop and R&B music in the 1980s and how "What's Love Got to Do with It" fit into or influenced this trend.
- Cultural significance: Discuss the cultural significance of "What's Love Got to Do with It" in the context of the 1980s music scene.
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