Tina Turner and Ike – I Wanna Take You Higher
Tina Turner and Ike – I Wanna Take You Higher – Live
No auto tune just real music! Perfect performance, from singing, to dancing, to stage presence! What more could you ask of a performer?
Tina Turner’s voice needs no introduction, and even after all these years, her vocal prowess remains unparalleled. She poured her heart and soul into each note, capturing the essence of the song’s lyrics and infusing it with raw emotion. Tina’s ability to effortlessly switch from a sultry, smooth voice to a powerful, soul-stirring crescendo left everyone in awe, earning her the title of the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll once again.
Behind every great singer, there is an equally talented musician. Ike Turner showcased his exceptional musicianship throughout the performance. His command over the guitar was remarkable, as he skillfully crafted riffs that perfectly complemented Tina’s vocals. Ike’s presence on stage was captivating, and his energy resonated with the crowd, enhancing the overall experience.
The setlist was a perfect mix of classic hits and soulful ballads that took us on a nostalgic journey through the decades. Ike & Tina Turner flawlessly performed iconic songs like ‘Proud Mary,’ ‘River Deep – Mountain High,’ and ‘Nutbush City Limits,’ making it impossible not to sing along and relive the golden era of rock ‘n’ roll!
Lyrics:
… Beat is gettin’ stronger
Beat is gettin’ longer too-oo-oo
Music’s soundin’ good to me
But I want to, said I want to
… I want to take you higher
Yeah, let me take you higher
Baby, baby, let me light your fire
Ooo yeah, little bit higher
… Boom-shaka-laka-laka
Boom-shaka-la-boonka-boo
… Beat is nitty-gritty
Music’s in your city too-oo-oo
Music’s gettin’ good to me
But now don’t ya, I said don’t ya
… Don’t ya want to get higher
Yeah, don’t ya want to get higher
Baby, baby, let me light your fire
Ooo ha, little bit higher
… Boom-shaka-laka-laka
Boom-shaka-la-boonka-boo
… —— guitar ——
… Come on baby (higher!)
Don’t ya want to get high (higher!)
Ooo yeah! (higher!)
Light your fire (fire!)
Come on daddy (higher!)
A little bit higher (higher!)
I want to (higher!)
Said I want to light your fire (fire!)
… Boom-shaka-laka-laka
Boom-shaka-la-boonka-boo
… Beat is here to make you mo-ove
Music’s here to help ya groo-oo-oove
Music’s soundin’ good to me
But take your places
… I’m gonna take you higher (higher!)
Yeah, baby (higher!)
Gonna take ya higher (higher!)
Ooo yeah (higher!)
Little bit higher (higher!)
c’mon daddy (higher!)
A little bit (higher!)
(higher!)
(higher!)
(higher!)
(higher!)
(higher!)
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Songwriters: Sylvester Stewart
I Wanna Take You Higher lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc