About the song
River Deep, Mountain High is a song by **Ike & Tina Turner** that was released in 1966 as the title track of their album with the same name. The song was produced by **Phil Spector**, who also co-wrote it with **Jeff Barry** and **Ellie Greenwich**. The song is considered one of the best examples of Spector’s **Wall of Sound** production technique, which involved layering multiple instruments and vocals to create a dense and rich sound.
The song is a powerful expression of love that compares it to natural forces such as rivers and mountains. Tina Turner delivers an impassioned vocal performance that showcases her range and emotion. The song also features a prominent string section, horns, drums, guitars, and backing vocals by the **Blossoms** and **Darlene Love**.
The song was a commercial success in Europe, reaching the top 10 in several countries, but it failed to chart in the US, where it was met with indifference by radio stations and critics. Spector was so disappointed by the lack of recognition that he temporarily retired from the music industry. However, the song later gained more appreciation and acclaim, and was ranked No. 33 on Rolling Stone’s list of the **500 Greatest Songs of All Time**. The song has also been covered by many artists, such as **Celine Dion**, **Deep Purple**, **Eric Burdon**, and **The Supremes**.
River Deep, Mountain High is a song that has stood the test of time and remains a classic example of soul music and pop production. It is a testament to the talents of Ike & Tina Turner, Phil Spector, and the songwriters who created it