: Produced by Dan Hartman and Tina Turner herself, with executive production by Hartman.
: The song was written by Holly Knight and Mike Chapman. Knight has noted that while she wrote it with a specific love interest in mind, it evolved into a marketable masterpiece that could describe excellence in any form. Key Contributors : Tina Turner - The Best
The chorus, "Simply the best, better than all the rest," has become a shorthand for excellence and is often cited as the definitive summary of Turner's own career. : Produced by Dan Hartman and Tina Turner
Released as the lead single from her seventh solo studio album, , the track features a blend of rock and pop sensibilities. Key Contributors : The chorus, "Simply the best,
The song has transcended its original romantic context to become a motivational anthem used widely in sports and public celebrations.