Driftin'
Ike And Tina Turner · Other Songs - Ike And Tina Turner
To take his seed
He got the power
She got the need
She spends her life through
Pleasin' up a man
She feeds his dinner on
Anything she can
She cries alone at night too often
He smokes and drinks and don't come home at all
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Man makes your hair grey
He's your life's mistake
All you're really looking for
Is an even break
He lies right at you
Ya know ya hate this game
Slaps you once in a while
And you live and love in pain
She cries alone at night too often
He smokes and drinks and don't come home at all
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Man's got his woman
To take his seed
He got the power
She got the need
She spends her life through
Pleasin' up a man
She feeds his dinner on
Anything she can
She cries alone at night too often
He smokes and drinks and don't come home at all
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Black eyes all of the time
Don't spend a dime, clean up this grime
And you there, down on your knees
Beggin' me please, come watch me bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Only women bleed
Driftin'
Ike and Tina Turner's 1964 recording of "Driftin'" stands as a defining moment in their electric soul and R&B repertoire. Released during the height of their partnership, the track showcases the duo's signature interplay of vocal harmonies and raw, rhythmic energy. The song features a driving, upbeat tempo that contrasts with the melancholic undertones of the lyrics, creating a dynamic listening experience characteristic of mid-60s soul music. Produced with the same high-energy style found on their landmark albums, the recording highlights Tina Turner's powerful, soaring vocals and Ike's steady, grounding presence. It remains a staple of their discography, capturing the vibrant spirit of their live performances and cementing their status as one of the most influential acts in rock and roll history.