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"A Fool in Love" is an American rhythm and blues song written by Ike Turner and released by Ike & Tina Turner in 1960. The song is Tina Turner's first professional release as a recording artist though she had been recording since 1958 with Ike Turner and his Kings of Rhythm. It was also the first national hit record for Ike Turner, who had recorded the number-one R&B hit "Rocket 88" a decade earlier, but didn't receive proper credit and had spent much of his career as a successful regional act. "A Fool In Love" is one of the first R&B recordings to successfully cross over to the pop charts and became a million-seller. It was deemed "the blackest record to ever crept into the white pop charts since Ray Charles," according to Kurt Loder. 


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Ike Turner

Ike Wister Turner (November 5, 1931 – December 12, 2007) was an American musician, bandleader, songwriter, arranger, talent scout, and record producer. In a career that lasted more than half a century, his repertoire included blues, soul, rock, and funk. He is most popularly known for his 1960s work with his then wife Tina Turner in the Ike & Tina Turner revue. Growing up in Clarksdale, Mississippi, he began playing piano and guitar when he was eight, forming his group, the Kings of Rhythm as a teenager at high school. He employed the group as his backing band for the rest of his life. His first recording, "Rocket 88" with the Kings of Rhythm credited as "Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats", in 1951, is considered a possible contender for "first rock and … more »

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11 facts about this song

The Creators
"A Fool in Love" was written by Ike Turner and was the debut single by Ike & Tina Turner released in 1960.
Surprise Hit
Initially, the song was not intended for Tina Turner. When the scheduled singer did not show up, Tina was asked to sing the song which unexpectedly became a big hit.
Top Chart
It reached number two on the Billboard R&B chart and number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the duo's first Top 40 hit.
Multiple Versions
Several other versions of "A Fool in Love" were recorded by different artists including the incredible Etta James, and it has been featured on various songs compilations since then.
High Reverence
The success of the song was so monumental that it effectively launched Tina Turner's career and established her as a professional singer.
Movie Limelight
"A Fool in Love" was also featured in the movie "What's Love Got to Do with It," a biographical film about Tina Turner's life.
Song's Genre
The song is popularly categorized under the R&B and soul genre.
Signature Song
After its release, "A Fool in Love" became one of Ike and Tina Turner's signature songs.
Tina's Perspective
Tina Turner later quoted "The song was real because I was singing about Ike."
Talent Recognition
The song was instrumental in leading Ike and Tina Turner to be recognized by established artists of that time, such as the Rolling Stones who later asked them to be their opening act during a tour.
Historical Significance
"A Fool in Love" marks the humble beginning of Tina Turner's prolific career, foreshadowing her significant influence in the music industry.

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