Ike Turner was born on this day in 1931. For more than half a century he was a musician, record producer, bandleader, songwriter and talent scout. He is most famous for his abusive relationship with his wife Tina Turner and the great music they made together before they broke up. He is also famous for possibly writing and performing the first rock and roll song “Rocket 88” in 1951.

Ike Turner had a very interesting life. He was married at least 5ive times. He claimed he was married 13 times. He died in 2007 at the age of 76.