What's age got to do with it? Tina Turner (68) back on tour
STRUTTING HER STUFF: Tina Turner wows the crowd at the Sprint Center in Kansas City
Friday October 03 2008
Tina Turner brought her famous voice and energy back to the stage after an eight-year gap, opening her 36-date North American tour with a hit-filled concert at Kansas City's Sprint Centre.
The 68-year-old singer said it was the right time to hit the road.
"It has to be now,'' she said. "I can still do it. I'm still in shape enough physically, mentally and I think this was about the best time to do it.''
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Turner, an entertainer for 50 years, performed fan favourites such as Typical Male, What's Love Got to Do With It? and Private Dancer.
Turner said she could "still give a great show'', adding that her longevity inspired fans of all ages.
"Why I dance at such a pace is because it feels good with the dance and I'm known for that kind of energy,'' she said.
"Young kids can really relate to that as well.
"So I think that my [fans'] age group ranges from young to old, to my age, because of the energy projected from the stage.''
-- jane last
- Jane Last
