Proud Mary

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Year
1971
Peak Position
#4
Weeks on Chart
13
Total Ratings
0

Song Info:
"Proud Mary" by Ike & Tina Turner was released as a single in January 1971. The song was written by John Fogerty and originally performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival in 1969. Ike & Tina Turner's version of "Proud Mary" became one of their most popular songs, reaching number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earning them a Grammy Award for Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Group.


Artist Bio:
Ike & Tina Turner were an American musical duo composed of husband-and-wife team Ike Turner and Tina Turner. They were known for their high-energy performances and their unique blend of rock, R&B, and soul music. The duo rose to fame in the 1960s and 1970s with hits like "River Deep ΓÇô Mountain High" and "Nutbush City Limits." Tina Turner's powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence, combined with Ike Turner's musical talent as a producer and musician, made them one of the most iconic couples in the history of popular music. Despite their success, their personal and professional relationship was tumultuous, leading to their eventual divorce in 1978.

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