Complete List Of Tina Turner Albums And Discography

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This Complete List Of Tina Turner’s Albums And Songs presents the entire discography of Tina Turner’s studio albums. Tina Turner was born on November 26, 1939. Sadly, she passed away on May 24, 2023. Tina Turner hailed from Brownsville, Tennessee. She first became prominent in the music world as part of the musical act Ike and Tina Turner. She would later establish a very successful solo career. All these spectacular Tina Turner albums have been presented below in chronological order. We have also included all original release dates with each Tina Turner album as well as all original album covers. Every Tina Turner album listed below showcases the entire album tracklisting.

TINA TURNER STUDIO ALBUMS

Tina Turns the Country On!

Released 1974

Tina Turns the Country On! is Tina Turner’s debut solo album after her split from Ike Turner. It features a departure from her typical R&B style, showcasing a collection of country music covers. The album was produced by Tom Thacker and recorded at Bolic Sound in Inglewood, California. It was released on the United Artists label.

CD Track Listings:

“Bayou Song” – 3:23
“Help Me Make It Through the Night” – 2:45
“Tonight I’ll Be Staying Here with You” – 2:55
“If You Love Me (Let Me Know)” – 3:12
“He Belongs to Me” – 3:12
“Don’t Talk Now” – 2:32
“Long Long Time” – 3:21
“I’m Moving On” – 2:45
“There’ll Always Be Music” – 3:02
“The Love That Lights Our Way” – 2:59

Acid Queen

Released 1975

Acid Queen is Tina Turner’s second solo album, known for blending rock with soul and R&B elements. The album includes renditions of rock classics and songs from the rock opera “Tommy” by The Who, in which Tina had a role. The album was produced by Denny Diante and Spencer Proffer, and recorded at several studios including Bolic Sound. It was released on the United Artists label.

CD Track Listings:

“Under My Thumb” – 3:21
“Let’s Spend the Night Together” – 2:48
“Acid Queen” – 3:01
“I Can See for Miles” – 2:52
“Whole Lotta Love” – 5:21
“Baby, Get It On” – 3:14
“Bootsey Whitelaw” – 5:04
“Pick Me Tonight” – 3:12
“Rockin’ and Rollin'” – 3:57

Rough

Released 1978

Rough marks Tina Turner’s venture into rock music, featuring a more gritty and robust sound. The album was produced by Bob Monaco and recorded at The Record Plant in Los Angeles. It was released on the United Artists label.

CD Track Listings:

“Fruits of the Night” – 4:05
“The Bitch Is Back” – 3:30
“The Woman I’m Supposed to Be” – 3:11
“Viva La Money” – 3:19
“Funny How Time Slips Away” – 4:09
“Earthquake & Hurricane” – 2:30
“Root, Toot Undisputable Rock ‘N Roller” – 4:30
“Fire Down Below” – 3:12
“Sometimes When We Touch” – 3:54
“A Woman in a Man’s World” – 2:42
“Night Time Is the Right Time” – 6:32

Love Explosion

Released 1979

Love Explosion combines elements of disco with Tina Turner’s traditional soul and rock blend. The album was produced by Alec R. Costandinos and recorded at Studio 55 in Los Angeles. It was released on the United Artists label.

CD Track Listings:

“Love Explosion” – 3:56
“Fool for Your Love” – 3:24
“Sunset on Sunset” – 3:35
“Music Keeps Me Dancin'” – 3:50
“I See Home” – 5:20
“Backstabbers” – 3:38
“Just a Little Lovin'” – 3:14
“You Got What I’m Gonna Get” – 3:09
“On the Radio” – 3:50

Private Dancer

Released 1984

Private Dancer is Tina Turner’s breakthrough solo album that redefined her career. It features a lineup of renowned musicians including Jeff Beck on guitar, and it was produced by several producers including Terry Britten, John Carter, and Rupert Hine. The album was recorded at various studios in London and released on the Capitol Records label. Private Dancer was a massive commercial success, peaking at number 3 on the US Billboard 200 and achieving multi-platinum status.

CD Track Listings:

“I Might Have Been Queen” – 4:10
“What’s Love Got to Do with It” – 3:49
“Show Some Respect” – 3:18
“I Can’t Stand the Rain” – 3:41
“Private Dancer” – 7:11
“Let’s Stay Together” – 5:16
“Better Be Good to Me” – 5:11
“Steel Claw” – 3:48
“Help!” – 4:30
“1984” – 3:09

Break Every Rule

Released 1986

Break Every Rule continues Tina Turner’s successful comeback, featuring a lineup of session musicians and produced by several producers including Terry Britten and Bryan Adams. The album was recorded at various studios and released on the Capitol Records label. It peaked at number 4 on the US Billboard 200.

CD Track Listings:

“Typical Male” – 4:18
“What You Get Is What You See” – 4:31
“Two People” – 4:11
“Till the Right Man Comes Along” – 4:11
“Afterglow” – 4:30
“Girls” – 4:56
“Back Where You Started” – 4:27
“Break Every Rule” – 4:02
“Overnight Sensation” – 4:40
“Paradise Is Here” – 5:35
“I’ll Be Thunder” – 5:21

Foreign Affair

Released 1989

Foreign Affair marks a return to a more rock-oriented sound, with Tina Turner working with producers like Dan Hartman and Roger Davies. The album was recorded at various locations and released on the Capitol Records label. It was highly successful, particularly in Europe, peaking at number 1 in several countries.

CD Track Listings:

“Steamy Windows” – 4:03
“The Best” – 5:30
“You Know Who (Is Doing You Know What)” – 3:45
“Undercover Agent for the Blues” – 5:20
“Look Me in the Heart” – 3:42
“Be Tender with Me Baby” – 4:18
“You Can’t Stop Me Loving You” – 4:00
“Ask Me How I Feel” – 4:46
“Falling Like Rain” – 4:03
“I Don’t Wanna Lose You” – 4:20
“Not Enough Romance” – 4:04
“Foreign Affair” – 4:27

Wildest Dreams

Released 1996

Wildest Dreams features production from Trevor Horn and a host of guest musicians, including Mark Knopfler and James Ralston. The album was recorded in several studios worldwide and released on the Parlophone label. It explores a mixture of rock, pop, and R&B sounds.

CD Track Listings:

“Do What You Do” – 4:23
“Whatever You Want” – 4:52
“Missing You” – 4:36
“On Silent Wings” – 6:12
“Thief of Hearts” – 4:05
“In Your Wildest Dreams” – 5:33
“Goldeneye” – 4:46
“Confidential” – 4:39
“Something Beautiful Remains” – 4:20
“All Kinds of People” – 4:43
“Unfinished Sympathy” – 4:30
“Dancing in My Dreams” – 6:44

Twenty Four Seven

Released 1999

Twenty Four Seven is Tina Turner’s last studio album before her retirement from recording. Produced by Mark Taylor and Brian Rawling, this album was recorded at various locations and released on the Parlophone label. It encapsulates the energy and spirit that characterized her career resurgence.