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Why Mark Knopfler Gave “Private Dancer” to Tina Turner Instead of Recording It Himself

August 5, 2026

Tina Turner during the era of the song "Private Dancer"

Some songs seem destined for a particular artist. Mark Knopfler’s “Private Dancer” is one of the best examples. Although Knopfler wrote the song during the Love Over Gold ...

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Why Mark Knopfler Gave “Private Dancer” to Tina Turner Instead of Recording It Himself

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