Private Dancer – English Lyrics

• By: Tina Turner
• Album: Private Dancer

Lyrics & Translation

Learning a language through music is a powerful tool, and Tina Turner's 'Private Dancer' offers a unique opportunity to explore nuanced English vocabulary related to emotions and storytelling. The song's clear narrative and Turner's expressive delivery can help learners understand themes of longing, detachment, and hope. Its sophisticated lyrics and iconic status in pop music history make it a special and engaging song for language learners.

[English]

Well the men come in these places

And the men are all the same

You don't look at their faces

And you don't ask their names

You don't think of them as human

You don't think of them at all

You keep your mind on the money

Keeping your eyes on the wall

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

I'll do what you want me to do

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

And any old music will do

I want to make a million dollars

I want to live out by the sea

Have a husband and some children

Yeah, I guess I want a family

All the men come in these places

And the men are all the same

You don't look at their faces

And you don't ask their names

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

I'll do what you want me to do

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

And any old music will do

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

I'll do what you want me to do

Yes, a private dancer, a dancer for money

And any old music will do

Deutsche Marks or dollars

American Express will do nicely, thank you

Let me loosen up your collar

Tell me, do you want to see me do the shimmy again?

Ohh

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

I'll do what you want me to do

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

And any old music will do

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

I'll do what you want me to do

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

And any old music will do

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

I'll do what you want me to do

I'm your private dancer, a dancer for money

And any old music will do