Simply the Best
Tina Turner · 1991
92 min · 23 tracks · country · funk · R&B
A celebration of resilience and empowerment wrapped in soaring melodies and passionate performances.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys celebratory, uplifting vibes long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- By the time 'Simply the Best' was released in 1991, Tina Turner had experienced a remarkable career resurgence following her success with 'Private Dancer' in 1984. This album served as a culmination of her revival, featuring both classic hits and newer tracks that highlighted her vocal prowess and enduring appeal.
- If you like
- country, funk, R&B
Simply the Best is an album by Tina Turner, released in 1991. A celebration of resilience and empowerment wrapped in soaring melodies and passionate performances. 'Simply the Best' not only topped charts worldwide but became synonymous with Turner’s legacy as a powerful artist. The title track, originally recorded in the late '80s, gained renewed popularity and has since been used in various cultural contexts, including commercials and sports events, establishing it as an anthem of empowerment. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Simply the Best sound like?
A celebration of resilience and empowerment wrapped in soaring melodies and passionate performances. Rooted in country and funk.
What makes Simply the Best by Tina Turner notable?
'Simply the Best' not only topped charts worldwide but became synonymous with Turner’s legacy as a powerful artist. The title track, originally recorded in the late '80s, gained renewed popularity and has since been used in various cultural contexts, including commercials and sports events, establishing it as an anthem of empowerment. By the time 'Simply the Best' was released in 1991, Tina Turner had experienced a remarkable career resurgence following her success with 'Private Dancer' in 1984. This album served as a culmination of her revival, featuring both classic hits and newer tracks that highlighted her vocal prowess and enduring appeal.
Who is Simply the Best for?
Simply the Best works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, celebratory, uplifting vibes and long, immersive listening sessions.
How many songs are on Simply the Best?
Simply the Best has 23 tracks, running approximately 92 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Best Standout 4:10
- 2 Better Be Good to Me 3:40
- 4 What’s Love Got to Do With It 3:50
- 5 I Don’t Wanna Lose You Standout 4:19
- 6 Nutbush City Limits (The 90’s version) 3:44
- 7 What You Get Is What You See 4:28
- 8 Let’s Stay Together 3:39
- 9 Addicted to Love (live) 5:04
- 10 River Deep, Mountain High 3:40
- 11 Steamy Windows 4:04
- 12 Typical Male 4:17
- 13 We Don’t Need Another Hero (Thunderdome) 4:14
- 14 Private Dancer 4:03
- 15 Look Me in the Heart 3:41
- 16 It Takes Two 4:13
- 17 I Want You Near Me 3:53
- 18 Way of the World 4:25
- 19 Love Thing 4:28
Disc 2
- 1 The Best Standout 4:12
- 2 I’m a Lady 3:24
- 3 I Can’t Stand the Rain 3:44
- 4 Be Tender With Me Baby 4:17
- 5 Show Some Respect 3:19
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