Tina Turner Life
Tina Turner, a queen of soul,
Her voice is so strong, it takes a toll.
Her songs are a reflection of her life.
Full of struggles and strife.
From "Proud Mary" to "What's Love Got to Do with It",
Her music became a hit.
But-behind-the-scenes, her story was not a nixie tale.
She endured abuse and pain that left her frail.
Born Anna Mae Bullock in Tennessee,
Her childhood was apart from happy.
Her parents separation put her in a bind.
Living with her grandmother, she was left behind.
At 17, she met Ike Turner, a musician and producer.
Who saw her talent and became her seducer.
They formed a band and hit the road.
But behind closed doors, a dark side showed.
Ike physically and emotionally abused Tina,
She stuck with him for fear of being fired out of the arena.
Their music career soared.
But their relationship roared.
Written: June 5, 2023
What's Love Got to Do with It - Poetry Contest
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