What makes Get It – Get It by Ike & Tina Turner notable?

'Get It – Get It' is notable for its energetic fusion of blues and soul, contributing to the duo's rising popularity. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative sound, particularly influencing the development of funk rock, and it helped pave the way for later iconic performances by the duo. Released in January 1966, 'Get It – Get It' was a pivotal moment in Ike & Tina Turner's career as they were transitioning from small club performers to mainstream stars. This album followed their earlier success with songs like 'River Deep – Mountain High', helping to solidify their presence in the music scene during the mid-1960s.

Who is Get It – Get It for?

Get It – Get It works well if you're into fragmented pacing for spontaneous moods, raw energy for vibrant gatherings and powerhouse vocals for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on Get It – Get It?

Get It – Get It has 10 tracks.

Released 60 years ago

Get It – Get It

Ike & Tina Turner · 1966

10 tracks · blues

A vibrant blend of blues and soul that showcases Ike and Tina Turner's electrifying chemistry and raw vocal power.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Get It — The title track sets the tone with infectious energy and showcases Tina's powerful vocals against a dynamic instrumental backdrop, embodying the album's spirit.
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I Believe — This track highlights a more introspective side of the duo, featuring heartfelt lyrics delivered with emotional depth that contrasts with the upbeat tracks.
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Five Long Years — A poignant blues cover that allows Ike's guitar work to shine, this track exemplifies their ability to convey deep emotion while maintaining a strong rhythmic foundation.
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My Babe — This rendition taps into classic R&B, showcasing Tina's soulful delivery while drawing on themes of love and longing, making it a standout track.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong performances and songwriting, but its pacing and cohesion are uneven.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy title track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
Ike's guitar work features prominently, often driving the rhythm and complementing Tina's powerful vocal delivery throughout the record.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

fragmented pacing for spontaneous moods
raw energy for vibrant gatherings
powerhouse vocals for sing-alongs
unpredictable flow keeps listeners engaged

Maybe skip if you

prefer smooth, consistent listening
seek polished production quality

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album marked a pivotal moment in their rise to mainstream recognition.
Career context: Released in January 1966, 'Get It – Get It' was a pivotal moment in Ike & Tina Turner's career as they were transitioning from small club performers to mainstream stars. This album followed their earlier success with songs like 'River Deep – Mountain High', helping to solidify their presence in the music scene during the mid-1960s.
Stylistic neighbors: James Brown· Aretha Franklin· Sly and the Family Stone