Tina Turner's Legacy Honored by Beyonce, Lizzo, and More.
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Beyonce paid tribute to her late idol, Tina Turner, during her Renaissance World Tour in the UK by performing a stripped-back cover of Ike & Tina Turner's 1966 hit "River Deep – Mountain High." Beyonce wore an all-blue ensemble and reimagined the song as a power ballad. The singer collaborated with Turner at the 50th annual Grammy Awards in 2008, and performed "Proud Mary" solo in 2005. Beyonce spoke fondly of Turner during her tour pause in Paris, and posted a message to her website expressing her gratitude for Turner's inspiration and influence.
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- Lizzo Honors Queen of Rock 'n' Roll Tina Turner With "Proud Mary" Tribute www.autostraddle.com
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