I wasn't a fan either but in the same way I respected her for being a great artist. My dad has always been a huge fan though. Me being an 80's kid I was used to her being quite a name alongside other giants of pop music such as Michael Jackson, Prince or Madonna. I always struggled with her voice which I found a matter of taste despite her undoubted artistry. I changed my mind however when I heard earlier recordings from the 60's and 70's - River Deep Mountain High is my dad's fave. Tina Turner has already been a top artist in my parents' youth, she still was during my childhood, and finally in my teen years, in the 90's, she would still pop up every now and then with a James Bond song or something else, always one of those great artists that don't seem to age. It is weird she passed now, having survived younger pop giants such as Whitney Houston, George Michael and Prince.
Last night I found myself browsing through youtube and when I saw this video I was like oh my sweet god, what a fantastic performer she was. She is incredible in this recording, really giving all her heart and soul.