Foreign Affair

Tina Turner

About Foreign Affair

"Foreign Affair" is a song by recording artist Tina Turner. It was written by Tony Joe White and produced by White and Roger Davies for Turner's 1989 album Foreign Affair. Released as a single in 1990, it was released in a variety formats, in certain territories – also as a separate remix single including club mixes by Shep Pettibone.


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A one in a million chance 
You know the moment that you crossed over the line 
A casual glance 
No one has to read between the lines 
In the south of France it was spring time 
Special feelings come alive 
There's romance in the air, so they say 
Love could be a small cafe away 

Love is a piece of cake 
And making love is all there is to eat 
It's a heart out of a lamb 
When you start to feel forever in a kiss 
But you must remember there's no point of refuge 
You only have a part in a lover's play 
And you could be the one left in the dark 
If someone takes a shortcut to your heart 

All too soon you're touching for the last time 
No one has to tell you how it is 
It's just a memory two people share 
File it under foreign affair

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Tina Turner

Anna Mae Bullock (born November 26, 1939), better known by her stage name Tina Turner, is an American singer whose career has spanned more than half a century, earning her widespread recognition and numerous awards. Turner started out her music career in the mid-1950s as a featured singer with Ike Turner's Kings of Rhythm, first recording in 1958 under the name Little Ann with the song, "Box Top". Her introduction to the public as Tina Turner began in the early 1960s with Ike as a member of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. Success followed with a string of notable hits including "River Deep – Mountain High" (1966) and "Proud Mary" (1971). more »

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Written by: TONY JOE WHITE

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Foreign Affair" is performed by Tina Turner, one of the most successful female rock artists of all time, often referred to as the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll."
Album Title
The song "Foreign Affair" is the title track of Tina Turner's seventh solo studio album, which was released in 1989.
Chart Ranking
Although the song was not released as a single, the "Foreign Affair" album was highly successful. It reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart, Turner's third album to do so, and sold over 1.5 million copies in the UK.
Song Theme
The song "Foreign Affair" carries a theme of love and romance, describing an overseas romance affair.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Foreign Affair" were penned by Tony Joe White, an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. He is known for his hits like "Polk Salad Annie" and "Rainy Night in Georgia".
Music Video
A music video was made for the song, showing Turner performing the track while surrounded by diverse array of people in a crowded market area, illustrating the 'foreign' aspect of the song.
Popularity
Despite not being released as a single, "Foreign Affair" is a fan-favorite track from the album of the same name.
Tour
The song was included in the setlist for Turner's Foreign Affair: The Farewell Tour, serving as the opening track.
Song's Style
Musically, "Foreign Affair" carries a more pop-oriented sound compared to Turner's earlier rock-infused style, though it still contains her signature powerful vocals.
Legacy
"Foreign Affair," both the song and the album, mark an important chapter in Tina Turner's career, displaying her versatility as an artist and deepening her already successful discography.

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