Discover the story of the song > Proud Mary – Tina Turner

The song is about how the protagonist leaves her job in the city and goes on a journey to find happiness. She travels and works in different places and finally ends up on a river boat, where she discovers a new perspective on life. The chorus is about the "Ferris wheel" spinning, which symbolizes her journey, and the boat "Proud Mary" burning as she continues to ride the river. The song ends with the protagonist and her friends singing about the joy of riding the river and finding happiness.