The single "Steamy Windows" saw Turner returning to a more R&B-focused sound, a contrast to the pop-rock anthems that had dominated her 1980s output. The track was a commercial success, reaching number 6 in the UK charts.
- The song was co-written by Tony Joe White, known for his swamp-rock sound. The single was released in November 1989, preceding the album Foreign Affair by three months in some territories. It reached number 33 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
- The accompanying music video featured Turner performing the song in a dimly lit, stylized setting, emphasizing the track's sultry mood. While the song itself was a hit, it was overshadowed by the massive success of "The Best," another single from the same album.
- Foreign Affair, the album from which "Steamy Windows" is drawn, was Turner's seventh solo studio album and her first released on the Capitol Records label. It achieved multi-platinum status in several countries.
Tina Turner is a foundational figure in soul and R&B, and one of the most electrifying live performers of the 20th century. In 1989, she was at a commercial peak, having already conquered the charts with her 1984 comeback album Private Dancer.
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