Tina Turner, Queen of Rock 'n' Roll, has Passed Away at 83

Iconic songstress Tina Turner, hailed as the unstoppable force of rock 'n roll, has departed from this world at the age of 83. Her indelible mark on music and unwavering spirit of female empowerment will forever echo through the ages. With a throaty, velvety timbre that resonated with the depths of the soul, she ignited a flame within generations of rock and soul troubadours.

In a poignant statement on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, her family revealed, "Tina Turner, the regal monarch of rock 'n roll, peacefully passed away today at her abode in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, after a valiant battle with a prolonged ailment. With her departure, the world mourns the loss of a musical luminary and an exemplar for women."

From the very beginning, Tina blazed a trail, starting with her electrifying performances alongside her former spouse Ike, whom she defied in the face of domestic turmoil. With an explosive and unrestrained stage presence, she commanded attention like a volcanic force. Even when supported by synchronized backup singers during her tenure with Ike and throughout her illustrious solo career, Tina adamantly refused to be confined. The spotlight was hers, and hers alone. Her influence on the realms of rock, R&B, and soul singing and performance has left an indelible imprint on the likes of Mick Jagger, Mary J. Blige, and reverberated through the captivating personas of Janet Jackson and Beyoncé, who emulated her audacious flair, even sporting colossal wigs.

Tina Turner's message—resonating with countless generations of female musicians to follow—was a resolute declaration that she stood toe-to-toe with any man on that hallowed stage, unyielding and unapologetic.

The accolades bestowed upon Turner are nothing short of awe-inspiring. She has seized a remarkable twelve Grammy Awards, while also securing her rightful place in the Grammy Hall of Fame thrice, along with a prestigious Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Furthermore, in December 2005, she attained the esteemed Kennedy Center Honors for her transcendent performances, joining the ranks of luminaries such as Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Little Richard, and Chuck Berry.

With a staggering tally of over 100 million albums sold worldwide, Tina Turner stands tall as one of the most triumphant recording artists in the annals of modern music. Among her countless collaborations, we must pay homage to her mesmerizing duet with Eros Ramazzotti in "Cose della Vita," where Tina and Eros gracefully intertwine their talents against the backdrop of a picturesque Italian village, encapsulating the essence of their artistic prowess.

Scroll down to see videos of all his hit songs from "Better be good to me" to "Simply the Best" to Tina Turner's duet with Eros Ramazzotti