In 1984 Tina Turner had a hit with 'Private Dancer'. Who wrote it?
Private Dancer (Tina Turner song) Private Dancer (Tina Turner song) "Private Dancer" is a song by American recording artist Tina Turner. Initially recorded by British rock band Dire Straits, it was written by the group's lead vocalist Mark Knopfler and produced by John Carter for Turner's fifth solo album of the same name. (1984). Released as the album's fifth single, the track reached number seven on the US "Billboard" Hot 100 and number three on the US R&B chart. The song had moderate international success, reaching number 26 on the UK Singles Chart. The song was originally intended for Dire Straits' album "Love over Gold".
Private Dancer (Tina Turner song) Arlene Phillips, was directed by Brian Grant and filmed at London's Rivoli Ballroom. It features Turner as a disillusioned ballroom dancer, although the song has also been interpreted as being sung from the perspective of a prostitute. American singer-songwriter, rapper, and bassist Meshell Ndegeocello recorded a cover version of the song for her album Ventriloquism, released on March 16, 2018. In 2015, Canadian electronic musician and performance artist Peaches performed a piano version of the song on The Strombo Show at the home of George Stroumboulopoulos. Peaches had previously played the song live at different concerts. Private Dancer (Tina Turner