What's Love Got To Do With It
Tina Turner · Music from Desperate Housewives [2011]
Makes my pulse react
That it's only the thrill of boy meeting girl
Opposittes attract
It's physical
Only logical
You must try to ignore that it means more than that
What's love got to do, got to do with it
What's love but a second hand emotion
What's love got to do, got to do with it
Who needs a heart when a heart can be broken
It may seem to you that I'm acting confused
When you're close to me
If a tend to look dazed I've read it someplace
I've got cause to be
There's a name for it
There's a phrase that fits
But whatever the reason you do it for me
What's love got to do, got to do with it
What's love but a second hand emotion
What's love got to do, got to do with it
Who needs a heart when a heart can be broken
I've been taking on a new direction
But I have to say
I've been thinking about my own protection
It scares me to feel this way
What's love got to do, got to do with it
What's love but a sweet old fashioned notion
What's love got to do, got to do with it
Who needs a heart when a heart can be broken
What's Love Got To Do With It
Tina Turner's 'What's Love Got To Do With It' stands as a defining anthem of the 1980s, blending her signature raw vocal power with a polished R&B and funk production. Originally recorded for her 1984 album *Private Dancer*, the track became a global phenomenon, redefining the power ballad genre and showcasing Turner's evolution from rock icon to sophisticated pop vocalist. The song's enduring legacy lies in its ability to fuse personal vulnerability with infectious rhythm, creating a template for female empowerment in rock and soul music. Its inclusion on the *Music from Desperate Housewives* soundtrack highlights its continued relevance, proving that its message of resilience and self-worth transcends decades. As a cornerstone of Turner's discography, the recording remains a critical example of her artistic maturity and influence on modern music.