Foreign Affair
Tina Turner · 1989
52 min · 12 tracks · country · funk · R&B
A vibrant blend of rock, pop, and R&B that showcases Tina Turner's commanding voice and emotive storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys immersive storytelling experience
- Context
- Released on September 13, 1989, 'Foreign Affair' was Tina Turner's fifth solo studio album and came after her commercially successful 'Break Every Rule'. By this time, Turner had firmly established herself as a global superstar following the massive hits of the mid-1980s, and this album continued to build on her mainstream success while incorporating international influences.
- If you like
- country, funk, R&B
Foreign Affair is an album by Tina Turner, released in 1989. A vibrant blend of rock, pop, and R&B that showcases Tina Turner's commanding voice and emotive storytelling. 'Foreign Affair' features the hit single 'The Best', which became one of Turner's signature songs and achieved significant chart success globally. The album's commercial performance solidified Turner's status in the music industry during a time when she was transitioning into a more mature sound, and it received critical acclaim for its production and songwriting. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Foreign Affair sound like?
A vibrant blend of rock, pop, and R&B that showcases Tina Turner's commanding voice and emotive storytelling. Rooted in country and funk.
What makes Foreign Affair by Tina Turner notable?
'Foreign Affair' features the hit single 'The Best', which became one of Turner's signature songs and achieved significant chart success globally. The album's commercial performance solidified Turner's status in the music industry during a time when she was transitioning into a more mature sound, and it received critical acclaim for its production and songwriting. Released on September 13, 1989, 'Foreign Affair' was Tina Turner's fifth solo studio album and came after her commercially successful 'Break Every Rule'. By this time, Turner had firmly established herself as a global superstar following the massive hits of the mid-1980s, and this album continued to build on her mainstream success while incorporating international influences.
Who is Foreign Affair for?
Foreign Affair works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dynamic emotional journeys and immersive storytelling experience.
How many songs are on Foreign Affair?
Foreign Affair has 12 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Steamy Windows Standout 4:03
- 2 The Best Standout 5:28
- 3 You Know Who (Is Doing You Know What) 3:45
- 4 Undercover Agent for the Blues Standout 5:20
- 5 Look Me in the Heart 3:42
- 6 Be Tender With Me Baby 4:18
- 7 You Can't Stop Me Loving You 4:00
- 8 Ask Me How I Feel 4:46
- 9 Falling Like Rain 4:03
- 10 I Don't Wanna Lose You 4:20
- 11 Not Enough Romance 4:04
- 12 Foreign Affair 4:27
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