In 2009, the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll” Tina Turner shook the crowd in Arnhem, Netherlands with an electric performance that only proved to the world that she was deserving of her title. This dedicated musician performed a 50th-anniversary tour before retiring from performing, and she gave it her all in the process.
The dynamic performance was full of energetic routines and Tina Turner’s signature voice brought joy and thrill to the crowd, also creating a lasting memory for fans to remember her by. With a dazzling light show, backup dancers, and a full live band, the energy in the room was incredible as she performed “Proud Mary” for one last time. Watch the full performance in the video below:
Throughout Tina Turner’s performance at Arnhem, Netherlands, it was evident that she was having an incredible time playing for the crowd, putting every ounce of her energy into the act. With the entire crowd singing along to “Proud Mary”, it’s no wonder she had a spring in her step and a smile on her face for the entire 10-minute performance. Seeing her name in bright lights behind her with the backing performers indicated the true extent of her regality.
Tina Turner was truly one of the greatest musicians of our time, and also among the most popular. Her expansive career spanned multiple decades, during which she entertained the masses with her impressive discography and delivered knockout shows all over the world. She is perhaps best known for her immovable classic “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” from her 1984 album Private Dancer.
The so-called “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll” first rose to stardom when she emerged as the lead singer of Ike & Tina Turner, which she formed with her husband, Ike. Together, they released some of the greatest hits of the 1970s, including “It’s Gonna Work Out Fine” and “Proud Mary”. She earned some truly impressive accolades over the course of her career, including a Guinness World Record for the largest paying audience for a solo entertainer when she played for 180,000 people in 1988.
Tina Turner passed away in 2023, aged 83. She left behind a full musical legacy and a multitude of fans who miss her terribly, whilst also being immensely grateful for the impact that she and her music had on their lives.