Chapman is the name of multiple artists.

1) A Japanese indie rock ba… Read Full Bio ↴Chapman is the name of multiple artists.

1) A Japanese indie rock band

2) 'Singer/songwriter blending elements of Folk, Vintage Soul and Rock with strings, brass and a truly unique vocal.'
'Like Crosby Stills and Nash meets The Rotary Connection.'

CHAPMAN is a singer/songwriter and producer based in St Leonards on Sea UK (via Essex and London). His solo debut ‘Unexploded Bombshell’ was described as “amazing” by BBC Radio.

His new album ‘The Amplification of Mr Ballad’ is a much larger and more ambitious production. Showcasing his unique vocal, drawing on the soul, folk and rock influences and encompassing some of the production techniques learned during his time working in dance music. Like his first album, CHAPMAN played and programmed everything. In mid April a promo for the album opener, ‘Hum Along’ goes into production, shot by up and coming young filmmaker Peter Lown.

Dom CHAPMAN wrote his first song at the age of five on the inside of a shoebox lid and encouraged by his brother, a local folk musician, began playing local folk clubs before he was old enough to shave. Being the youngest of six children, Dom was exposed to many different styles of music - Cat Stevens, The Beatles, Marvin Gaye, The Jam, Prefab Sprout, Jim Croce, Motown, Harry Nilsson and Scott Walker all figured prominently in his musical education.
Many of his early musical adventures dissolved without achieving much, but after swapping Essex for London, he teamed up with dance act SCOPE, which resulted in the Radio 1 and XFM playlisted ‘Busted EP’, a remix for Afrika Bambaataa and a European tour.
Soon after SCOPE split, Dom’s trademark ‘visual catchphrase’ bleached blonde hair was spotted by a casting director and he landed a film role as Judi Dench’s guitar playing sidekick in the BBC/HBO production ‘The Last of the Blonde Bombshells’. After signing up with model agency STORM a stint modelling and acting followed but Dom returned to music when he formed MacArthur with former My Life Story keyboard player Dan Turner.
After recording a series of demos for Island Records they were signed by Eurythmics' Dave Stewart to his Artist Network label and recorded their eponymous debut album, featuring P-Funk/Parliament’s Gary ‘Mudbone’ Cooper on backing vocals and La’s, World Party and Oasis drummer Chris Sharrock. As the album was finished and promo for the first single shot Artist Network collapsed into the hands of the official receivers along with the band’s masters.
After a short period writing pop songs to order and years of collaboration, Dom decided to go out on his own and began to write a set of songs he truly believed in. Halfway through the process he suffered a series of devastating bereavements that had a profound affect on his life and his music.
The result was 2006’s hauntingly beautiful self–produced solo debut Unexploded Bombshell. Massive support from myspace fans drove sales of the album and led to BBC Radio 2 play, a series of successful UK gigs and a promo for the evocative ‘Burning Bridges’. But in 2007 CHAPMAN left London with his TV scriptwriter wife Emilia di Girolamo (EastEnders, Law & Order:UK) and set up camp, and his studio The Sound of St. Leonards, on the South Coast of England where he started working on ‘The Amplification of Mr Ballad’.

‘The Amplification of Mr Ballad’ is a bolder and more positive body of work than his debut; revolving around the central themes of new beginnings, becoming a father and creating your own reality. Taking influences from STAX soul, folk, funk, and even trance in the 9m27s ‘Raffi’s Song (The Answer is Love)’, the album showcases CHAPMAN’s unique vocal and song writing skills. The album is available as a CD and Download now

Fast Car
Chapman Lyrics

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You got a fast car
I want a ticket to anywhere
Maybe we make a deal
Maybe together we can get somewhere
Any place is better
Starting from zero got nothing to lose
Maybe we'll make something
Me, myself, I got nothing to prove

You got a fast car
I got a plan to get us outta here
I been working at the convenience store
Managed to save just a little bit of money
Won't have to drive too far
Just 'cross the border and into the city
You and I can both get jobs
And finally see what it means to be living

See, my old man's got a problem
He live with the bottle, that's the way it is
He says his body's too old for working
His body's too young to look like his
My mama went off and left him
She wanted more from life than he could give
I said somebody's got to take care of him
So I quit school and that's what I did

You got a fast car
Is it fast enough so we can fly away?
We gotta make a decision
Leave tonight or live and die this way

So I remember when we were driving, driving in your car
Speed so fast it felt like I was drunk
City lights lay out before us
And your arm felt nice wrapped 'round my shoulder
And I-I had a feeling that I belonged
I-I had a feeling I could be someone, be someone, be someone

You got a fast car
We go cruising, entertain ourselves
You still ain't got a job
And I work in the market as a checkout girl
I know things will get better
You'll find work and I'll get promoted
We'll move out of the shelter
Buy a bigger house and live in the suburbs

So I remember when we were driving, driving in your car
Speed so fast it felt like I was drunk
City lights lay out before us
And your arm felt nice wrapped 'round my shoulder
And I-I had a feeling that I belonged
I-I had a feeling I could be someone, be someone, be someone

You got a fast car
I got a job that pays all our bills
You stay out drinking late at the bar
See more of your friends than you do of your kids
I'd always hoped for better
Thought maybe together you and me'd find it
I got no plans, I ain't going nowhere
Take your fast car and keep on driving

So I remember when we were driving, driving in your car
Speed so fast it felt like I was drunk
City lights lay out before us
And your arm felt nice wrapped 'round my shoulder
And I-I had a feeling that I belonged
I-I had a feeling I could be someone, be someone, be someone

You got a fast car
Is it fast enough so you can fly away?

You gotta make a decision
Leave tonight or live and die this way

Overall Meaning

In Tracy Chapman's song "Fast Car," the singer is talking about her plans to escape her current life and start anew. She expresses her admiration for her partner who owns a fast car, and admits to wanting a ticket to anywhere in order to get away from her present situation. She suggests that if they work together, they may be able to get somewhere and make a life worth living.

The singer comes from a troubled family. Her father is an alcoholic, and her mother left him. She quit school to take care of her father and support him financially, but she still has dreams of escaping her situation. Although she initially thinks her partner's fast car represents a way out of her life, as time goes on, she realizes that she cannot rely on him to provide a better future for her. She grows tired of his drinking and lack of responsibility, and in the end tells him to take his fast car and leave.

The song speaks to the aspirations and dreams of many people who feel stuck in their current situations and long for something more. It is a tribute to the power of dreaming for something better and taking action to make it happen.

Line by Line Meaning

You got a fast car
The person being addressed has a car that is capable of reaching high speeds

I want a ticket to anywhere
The singer has a desire to leave their current location and explore other places

Maybe we make a deal
The singer is hopeful that they can come to an agreement with the car owner

Maybe together we can get somewhere
The singer believes that they and the car owner can achieve more if they work together

Any place is better
The singer believes that any location other than their current one is an improvement

Starting from zero got nothing to lose
The singer has nothing to lose by leaving their current situation

Maybe we'll make something
The singer is hopeful that they and the car owner can achieve something significant

Me, myself, I got nothing to prove
The singer does not feel the need to prove themselves to anyone

I got a plan to get us outta here
The singer has devised a plan to escape their current situation

I been working at the convenience store
The singer has been working at a convenience store to save money for the plan

Managed to save just a little bit of money
The singer has not saved much money, but it's enough to get started

Won't have to drive too far
The singer believes they won't have to travel a great distance to reach their destination

Just 'cross the border and into the city
The singer plans to cross the border into a nearby city

You and I can both get jobs
The singer believes that they and the car owner can find work in the city

And finally see what it means to be living
The singer is hopeful that by leaving their current situation, they can experience a better quality of life

See, my old man's got a problem
The singer's father has an issue with alcohol

He live with the bottle, that's the way it is
The singer's father is an alcoholic and it's a part of his life

He says his body's too old for working
The singer's father claims that he is too old to work

His body's too young to look like his
The singer's father is unhappy with his appearance

My mama went off and left him
The singer's mother left her father

She wanted more from life than he could give
The singer's mother was not satisfied with their lifestyle

I said somebody's got to take care of him
The singer believes that it's their responsibility to take care of their father

So I quit school and that's what I did
The singer left school to take care of their father

Is it fast enough so we can fly away?
The singer is questioning if the car is fast enough to escape their current situation

We gotta make a decision
The singer and car owner need to make a choice about their future

Leave tonight or live and die this way
The singer believes that they need to leave their situation soon or risk never escaping it

So I remember when we were driving, driving in your car
The singer is reminiscing about a time they spent with the car owner

Speed so fast it felt like I was drunk
The car was traveling so quickly that the singer felt disoriented

City lights lay out before us
The singer and car owner were in a city and could see the lights spread out before them

And your arm felt nice wrapped 'round my shoulder
The car owner was physically comforting the singer

And I-I had a feeling that I belonged
The singer felt accepted and comfortable with the car owner

I-I had a feeling I could be someone, be someone, be someone
The singer felt hopeful about their future and believed they could achieve greatness

We go cruising, entertain ourselves
The singer and car owner spend time together in the car, finding ways to have fun

You still ain't got a job
The car owner is still unemployed

And I work in the market as a checkout girl
The singer has a job working as a cashier

I know things will get better
The singer believes that their situation will improve in the future

You'll find work and I'll get promoted
The singer is optimistic that the car owner will find a job and they will move up in their own job

We'll move out of the shelter
The singer and car owner live in a shelter and hope to leave and find a better home

Buy a bigger house and live in the suburbs
The singer and car owner plan to purchase a larger home in a more affluent area

I got a job that pays all our bills
The singer has a job that covers all of their expenses

You stay out drinking late at the bar
The car owner spends time drinking at a bar instead of being with their family

See more of your friends than you do of your kids
The car owner prioritizes their social life over their familial responsibilities

I'd always hoped for better
The singer had hoped that their life would improve when they left their previous situation

Thought maybe together you and me'd find it
The singer believed that they and the car owner could achieve success and happiness together

I got no plans, I ain't going nowhere
The singer is uncertain about their future

Take your fast car and keep on driving
The singer is telling the car owner to leave and continue their own journey

Is it fast enough so you can fly away?
The singer is questioning again if the car is capable of escaping their current situation

You gotta make a decision
The singer is urging the car owner to take action

Leave tonight or live and die this way
The singer is emphasizing the urgency of making a decision and acting quickly

Lyrics © DistroKid, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Tracy L. Chapman

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@amitgahatraj5661

2y↑623

You got a fast car
I want a ticket to anywhere
Maybe we make a deal
Maybe together we can get somewhere
Any place is better
Starting from zero, got nothing to lose
Maybe we'll make something
Me, myself, I got nothing to prove

You got a fast car
I got a plan to get us out of here
I been working at the convenience store
Managed to save just a little bit of money
Won't have to drive too far
Just 'cross the border and into the city
You and I can both get jobs
And finally see what it means to be living

See, my old man's got a problem
He lives with the bottle, that's the way it is
He says his body's too old for working
His body's too young to look like his
My mama went off and left him
She wanted more from life than he could give
I said, somebody's got to take care of him
So I quit school and that's what I did

You got a fast car
Is it fast enough so we can fly away?
We gotta make a decision
Leave tonight or live and die this way

So I remember we were driving, driving in your car
Speed so fast, I felt like I was drunk
City lights lay out before us
And your arm felt nice wrapped 'round my shoulder
And I-I, had a feeling that I belonged
I-I had a feeling I could be someone, be someone, be someone

You got a fast car
We go cruising to entertain ourselves
You still ain't got a job
And I work in a market as a checkout girl
I know things will get better
You'll find work and I'll get promoted
We'll move out of the shelter
Buy a bigger house and live in the suburbs

So I remember when we were driving, driving in your car
Speed so fast, I felt like I was drunk
City lights lay out before us
And your arm felt nice wrapped 'round my shoulder
And I-I, had a feeling that I belonged
I-I had a feeling I could be someone, be someone, be someone

You got a fast car
I got a job that pays all our bills
You stay out drinking late at the bar
See more of your friends than you do of your kids
I'd always hoped for better
Thought maybe together you and me would find it
I got no plans, I ain't going nowhere
So take your fast car and keep on driving

So I remember when we were driving, driving in your car
Speed so fast, I felt like I was drunk
City lights lay out before us
And your arm felt nice wrapped 'round my shoulder
And I-I, had a feeling that I belonged
I-I had a feeling I could be someone, be someone, be someone

You got a fast car
Is it fast enough so you can fly away?
You gotta make a decision
Leave tonight or live and die this way

@JapaneseSoomi

4y↑1

I think a lot of people are stupid and weird in the head. They accept awful repetitive songs. They dont accept songs like:

Jonas Blue - Fast Car
= THIS SONG
= Moves like a Jagger
= Payphone [ Maroon 6 ]
= BYE BYE BYE
= Tell Me Why [BACKSTREE BOYZ]
= I feel it coming

and other songz xD ask if you want more legendary songs

@colincampbell437

43w↑4

I never knew how this song and tracy chapman became famous. Although i always possessed the album.

It was nelson Mandela's 70th birthday concert in london. Tracy was billed right at the bottom of the list of artists. Gets on plays set, gets off, not many in audience.

Much further up and later on in the day, stevie wonder to perform. But stevie can't go on as he has technical problems with synths.

Tracy is pushed on to stage to cover while the technician works on it.

Now she plays fast car to a full stadium.

Next , morning 100,000 copies of the record are sold ....

And a star is truly born.

Fyi

All comments from YouTube:

@LegionmusicNL

3y↑340

New video up! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=deRv5EYXVqY&ab_channel=ROCKMUSICHOLLAND

@cardyak675

3y↑24

No, I came because of a music teacher?
Edit: spelling

@novadawn3918

3y↑13

Favorite song of all times

@patriciaaureliano

3y↑3

@@cardyak675 jj j n 8

@rehanperera9301

3y↑6

Mhm

@christianharmon9013

2y↑1

This makes me think of race cars 🏎 which are super fast

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@nickname7680

3y↑7.6K

Send this to space to represent humanity if there's other life.

@faxbigfacts

3y↑78

Big Facts

@GraceLove33

3y↑37

You get it ..

@gd5066

3y↑29

Nice thoughts.

@abstract5249

3y↑81

WAP is a more accurate representation of humanity.

@zoejbm

3y↑90

Absolutely! This song represents my life sadly. My childhood was crap and therefore the crap reflected in my adult choices. I'll be there for my children, maybe they can be someone.

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@davidhormell2434

11w↑154

I was 40 when this came out. At the time I was struggling psychologically and emotionally. I used to drive for hours to nowhere in my car alone listening to this song over and over and tears would run down my face. I feel like this song helped me get through some rough times. To this day tears still flow anytime I hear this song, no matter where I am or who I'm with. It is incredible how much this song has meant to so many. Thank you Tracy.

@ROSEANEDASILVABARROS

10w↑4

Verdade, nós toca profundamente.

@ivsarellano

10w↑4

❤

@janrilovich

5w↑1

same

@lloydchristmas1086

5w↑2

I hear ya bro.

@leraph3904

4w↑2

wow thank for your story.....Power of music in special moments

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@ernieduncan602

24w↑122

First Black Songwriter to win a Country Music Song of the Year Award..... Pretty amazing..

@rameshk5695

1y↑1.3K

To the young generation, don't let the song die 👍

@sorchasulliavn1691

1y↑36

okay im 16 and plan to play this song forever

@tr4pgo0se35

1y↑13

21 years old me

@svasianphilippinesgo6858

1y↑13

Yes Gen Z and younger. We're talking to you!

@tylerdurden5150

1y↑15

We won't

@rameshk5695

1y↑2

@@sorchasulliavn1691 💐

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@joeblack7326

4y↑9.5K

This is a masterpiece. No one makes this kind of music anymore. The storyline of the song is so deep.

@carlyschultz1865

4y↑99

Yep its very deep

@scruffpaul.stephencampbell4264

4y↑64

So right Joe she's unique in style and verse and right again where are the good musoes these days Justin Beeber give me a break !

@applechip6748

4y↑216

@@scruffpaul.stephencampbell4264 Justin Bieber's last hit was Despacito in 2017 and everybody has been talking shit about him since the early 2010's, if you're using him to shit talk modern day music, then you aren't invested in finding any good modern day music and you just want to shit talk without any actual substance or investment, or you're trying to punish someone in modern day music for liking a song you also appreciate, which is hypocritical to say the least. Grow a pair and leave the current generations alone if you aren't gonna give them a chance.

@applechip6748

4y↑62

@suny123boy1 I never said he was any good or that he could, I said that he is a vastly overused example and hasn't been a major figure in modern music for almost 3 years and therefore isn't a good representation of modern music, and that if you are using him and only him, as trash as he may be, to shit talk modern music, then you aren't invested enough in modern day music for your opinion to hold any weight, and you just want to shit talk for shit talking's sake. Then I thought about why they brought up Justin Bieber in the first place cause I wanted to believe it wasn't just that they wanted to shit talk, and, turns out, he covered this song. Given that Justin Bieber hasn't had anything hit for 3 years, and that this is a video of a song that he covered, I'd say that they were more likely criticizing the gall Justin must have had to cover it, as opposed to his abilities, or lack of them, as an artist, relevant or not. I severely dislike Justin Bieber, and I love this song, but judging modern day music off of him isn't fair, and talking shit about someone cause they decided to cover something of substance isn't fair either.

@garchompdude

4y↑21

Check out Eastside, by Benny Blanco. Very similar themes.

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@DerpDeDooDaDay

4y↑3.3K

My mom passed in October of 2019. She singlehandedly raised me and my older sister. She carried our family from poverty to middle class. She took all that weight on her shoulders and thrived. She loved this song and it always will make me remember riding in the car with her. I love you, Mom. Thank you for everything.

@vaishalisahasrabudhe8690

4y↑50

So as a tribute to your mom, listen to Drops of Jupiter by Train

@marielysgarcia03

4y↑39

Such a beautiful memory, she'll never be forgotten.

@robynhay2069

4y↑13

DerpDe DooDaDay RIP to yr Momma. 🙏

@jkinville006

4y↑4

Look I know your sad about your mom passing but you need to attack in the clan war or I’ll be forced to demote you😔

@aidanrfleming

4y↑10

I’m sorry😔❤️

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@bob-ln3yv

2y↑2K

I was a heroin addict. I've been clean 6 years. A girl I was with was also an addict. I remember listening to this with her one time when we were broke and had nowhere to go. Unfortunately, I had to make a decision to get clean. I had to leave her or I was going to die. She wasn't ready. She ended up overdosing and passed. This makes me think how hopeless things were and how grateful I am I was able to get clean. My heart does ache for her sometimes.

@santana9434

2y↑32

🙏

@matterantimatter5179

2y↑76

Glad you made it Bro.

@Art-vq7ox

2y↑53

god bless you bob and may her find eternal peace.

@9godofthe6ix

2y↑23

Sorry about your loss

@bob-ln3yv

2y↑36

I really appreciate all of your responses. Thank you so much.

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@frankwhite6949

12w↑101

February 2024 anyone?

There are not so many songs in this world who are absolutely perfect but I can say without Any doubt that this is one of those🙏🏽

@youngw1ze

12w↑5

Agreed...this song is timeless...

@abelaldrich7831

11w↑4

it was great when she did this song at The Grammys 😊

@tatata1543

3y↑3.4K

I grew up thinking this song was about escaping but I only realised a few years ago it is about being trapped.

@robbybush6489

3y↑44

Same

@kelseycoca

3y↑91

well shit, this just bummed me out lol

@nlarson8217

3y↑283

It's about both.

@samcoon6699

3y↑56

Yep, like Nicole said, it's both.

@MrsLoverecording

3y↑63

It took a whole before the last verse even registered with me. The earlier verses give you the hope that taking a chance is all you really need to live the life you desire.

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@dremzahkrii1282

3y↑1.5K

The line "leave tonight or live and die this way" was one of the things that helped push me out of the trap house I was living in

@matte_uk

3y↑29

Glad u doing better

@Fogaata

3y↑46

I am sorry that you found yourself in such situation. Life is a bitch but we must pick up the pieces, orphan in my case. But we must be strong. I wish you ALL the BEST!!!

@blakemcwilliams9028

3y↑21

IM PROUD OF YOU!

@staysolid1455

3y↑8

Good God made away for You

@patriceofmind6096

3y↑4

Blessings to you!

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@tooie

1y↑363

My mother struggled to take care of me and my siblings for most of our childhood. One of my core memories was her playing this whole album while she studied for college exams, 4 years straight, just to try and make a better life for us because my father was never in the picture... And she absolutely did. Tracy Chapman will always have a spot in my heart.

@domenicomorselli

https://youtu.be/r2MZ5OAAz7k

@MS-zg1nq

41w

Leave Chicago or die this way. Get out of the democrat ran cities and better your life. Gas is cheaper and food is cheaper and people are nicer!

@roshaclark6583

37w↑12

Your Mother sounds amazing, your story is bitter sweet,reading it while listening to this song made me tear up

@williamdavidson7686

17w↑1

It's really a dude ha ha 😮

@ivsarellano

10w

❤

@golfahx91

1y↑490

I was 21 and took my driver's license test. When I got in the driver's seat, this song started playing on the radio. This is a very, very rare song to be playing on radio in my country. But i passed with flying colours. The song relaxed me and got rid of my nervousness. I will always appreciate and cherish this song. Much love from Romania.

@seanharrison7009

1y↑7

Congratulations

@lisataurine8031

1y↑10

My son just past his license. Congrats to you both.
And this song is a very special song. You listen to the lyrics.
Have a beautiful life.
Lisa, Switzerland.

@kunganuts754

1y↑1

Ay fellow Romanian here, except I'm 3rd or 4th generation and born in America

@Aintbencc

1y↑1

in my country licenser is looking at you very angry and wants u to fail idk why but i passed anyway :D :D

@KapilSingh410

@golfahx91 Good job

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@travismaxwell9115

4y↑10.2K

Who's listening in 2021, to this beautiful song.

@rhonakay3819

4y↑16

mee

@StopGarbageUpdate

4y↑43

Jonas blue brought me here, but this is way better

@darrenheath6277

4y↑9

Fast car bad GAS!!! TUE INTERVIEWS ....PS. NOT IN THE GARBAGE ... THANKS TO MY ANGELS ! WOW I DUG IT OUT LOVE U CC

@mokhmoon8563

4y↑8

Meeeee

@annaeller5684

4y↑8

✋

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@helenajesstarzak1408

4y↑3K

People whom had a tough childhood can relate to this song.
I hope you all have "made it", made a better life for yourselves.

@danielmarra1102

4y↑36

It's an everyday struggle, you should know

@jacobreese9322

4y↑86

My dad was an alcoholic my mom and dad divorced when I was young my mom got a boyfriend who beat me molest me and abuse me sometimes I wouldn’t know if I had a place to come home to after school because he was also an alcoholic and would kick me out or lock me out of the house while my mom was at work in the city I had a few friends that helped me I’ve always been searching for meaning in life trying to find my purpose and will to live and I met my now wife we were both homeless when we got together she was pregnant I stepped up we have two daughters now and I’m finally happy I finally made it and giving my family my all and making sure my daughters have the best life I’ve always told myself I’m here for a reason I just haven’t found it yet and I’m glad I’m still here ❤️ you can learn from your past or dwell with it and go down a dark path

@kennethgbezeh7679

4y↑22

My growing up was very difficult no fatherly love mum was poor and couldn't pay my fees in school I had to teach some of my mates who coukdnt catch up easily and lowers levels to raise money to pay my uni fees and whole lot of family issues Tracy Songs always played in my head since I head just couple I F times on radio and could feel and uentify with her feelings. Now I have my own car working each time I'm traveling I play Fast Car by Tracy Hope will meet Tracy one day

@redline9579

4y↑3

Hell ya

@jordonharris9279

4y↑15

Helena Jes Starzak I had a great child hood. I made it hard for myself. year and a half sober!

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@austinmccarty3244

2y↑319

For some unknown reason, the chorus always brings me to the brink of tears or actual tears stream down my face. I've listened to this song on and off since 1988, since my mom played this cassette every day. There will never be another Tracy Chapman in the history of the universe.

@KapilSingh410

1y↑1

@Austin McCarty Peace brother!

@KapilSingh410

@Austin McCarty Peace brother!

@kelwallace2355

40w↑1

I'm crying right now for the exact same reason...

@marcelaroa6608

11w

A mi me pasa lo mismo llorar

@abbigaleelise3726

49w↑51

Heard the luke combs version and IMMEDIATELY put this on. No other version will do

@americangiant1003

49w↑7

Luke did a very good job in remaking this classic. However nothing beats Tracy’s version.

@abbigaleelise3726

49w↑4

@@americangiant1003 honestly I heard it and instantly cringed because nothing can beat Tracy’s version

@muhammadabidin895

3y↑1.8K

Used to listen this while driving with my dad.. At night.. He's no more.. Now am listening alone n driving.. Cherishing his memories

@latrinarandolph66

2y↑3

❤️❤️❤️

@stnicholas54

2y↑7

God give you strength on this Christmas Day.

@banksmclain1806

2y↑1

Me too!!! ❤

@spiceupyourlifekavitagakhe6200

2y↑4

He is always with you in ur thoughts and guiding u always his love will always be there...❤👍👍

@kierahunter9810

2y↑4

You are very strong 😉

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@estrella1022

2y↑2.1K

My mom and I used to listen to this song when we were homeless and I was young, she would cry and I just didn't understand the song at the time. We made it out of the struggle and are blessed ❤️ this song gives me all the feels.

@CueLizett

2y↑68

I legit teared up reading this, I've been going through it myself, and I just got in a stable situation. It's hard out here🙏🏽

@goncalopedro9054

2y↑23

@@CueLizett @Ruby Frost Congrats to both of you and your families on being able to navigate through those hardships and being able to get into a stable situation. Hope the trend continues and ya'll become successful. Much respect, for real!

@HereonTubeYou

2y↑9

@@CueLizett hang in there Erica.

@chrisa8283

i just laughed my balls off dude

@jackwalters4905

2y↑7

OMG!!!! You're mother is a smart and strong individual!

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@deanblenkinship1614

2y↑269

Hands down one of the best songs of all time

@oracien9858

1y↑2

💯💯💯 true

@KapilSingh410

1y↑1

@dean blenkinship 2023!

@lessthanthreemetal

1y↑2

I'd say it's the best, or right behind American Pie.

@BakedNConfused

Pearl Jam - Black

@jesterfest9667

18w

Darude - Sandstorm

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@brennanadcock8885

1y↑52

If music is meant to represent the truth behind the human condition, this is about as good as it gets.

@fetamean

3y↑1.9K

Her voice just kills me. It sounds so pained. Perfectly sung.

@DanishBacon555

3y↑8

Rip

@kristijanEX

3y↑87

HERRRR ?

@ryanphelan6861

3y↑11

First concert of my life mother brought me at 7 years old still not sure I've been to better in retrospect I had no idea what was going on I remember the voice obviously. That whole first album I agree

@Alphacentauri819

3y↑40

@@kristijanEX um,yes.
Do you not know who this singer is??!

@ernesttan4051

3y↑51

@@kristijanEX Tracy is a her shocked me when I first found out

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@nathankearney8384

4y↑2K

When I was 15 my father passed away and he loved this song. He would always play it when we'd go on drives and he used to love going fast when it was on! Coincidentally he died from alcohol abuse much like Tracy says in the song about her father and his trouble with the bottle. Rest up dad, we'll listen to this song again sometime

@jedisquidward

4y↑44

Beautiful story.

@watermelonhead6525

4y↑17

Hey that's tough. I'm going to start playing this song in my car on drives :)

@misspowers

4y↑23

What a beautiful memory of your father 🖤

@aseel6184

4y↑15

Nathan Kearney aww sorry to hear! 😢 This song is so deep!

@419Justintime

4y↑17

Be strong my brother. What a lovely story and memory.

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@pawejackowski772

2y↑81

I can't think of another song that would manage to tell a long, complex story so effectively. It's like a great novel sung in just under 5 minutes

@domenicomorselli

https://youtu.be/Rey7FgHbUuI

@James04031

1y↑685

Almost 2023 and this song still hits so hard.

@oracien9858

1y↑6

✨💯💯💯 true 🙏🏽

@jacobmccurley4582

1y↑2

@svasianphilippinesgo6858

1y↑3

Sad reality. It should have improved as time went on not got worse!

@obvsrym

@@svasianphilippinesgo6858 is didnt get worse?

@svasianphilippinesgo6858

1y↑3

@@obvsrym I meant society and it's morals. There's probably three times as many homeless people and people in poverty now than there was in the 80's! 80's U.S.A.

And I wasn't even born here. 😞

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@leemcbride9273

3y↑677

A song full of sadness and tragedy but also full of beauty. One of the most wonderful songs I've ever heard. Nothing short of a masterpiece.

@gem6068

3y↑1

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@mariavanderlugt3107

2y↑1

❤️🙏🏼❤️

@dawnharris8698

2y↑1

FACTS!!♥️

@onlyNtimE

2y↑1

I want what I want so help me god ok park way av

@jeanettebarbagli3541

40w↑1

Agree

@michaelearthling

3y↑980

i'm 53, and without going on a big rant, i can confirm this is the best song a human being has ever produced.

@lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593

3y↑29

It narrates today's life issues doesn't it . Job struggles , laziness, and broken relationships .

@Renn13

3y↑8

what about snow patrol chasing cars or run?

@masonjoyce4350

3y↑1

Micheal jackson

@masonjoyce4350

Is better

@danielsolano7953

3y↑2

Completely agree

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@SlyHikari03

2y↑153

Literally sounds like it was recorded yesterday.

This is legendary.

@domenicomorselli

https://youtu.be/Rey7FgHbUuI

@KapilSingh410

@SlyHikari03 1988!

@daryl7277

1y↑2

True

@amitgahatraj5661

2y↑623

@zoedivision9660

2y↑10

thank you

@eringrey9297

2y↑35

I have a teenage daughter. I was just telling her that “back in my day” (born in 1982), we had cassettes and then CDs … and we used to read the lyrics that were neatly folded up inside the case until we knew every word to every song on the album.

Lyrics matter. Thank you.

@danx64

2y↑13

Chills. Heartbreaking and too real

@billyandthesouthernnation8529

2y↑8

I have always thought she said "beer with the bottle" not "lives with a bottle"... I'm sorry but I like beer with the bottle better haha

@robertXwork

Please see what you think of this amazing cover version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNS0GamRFX0

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@kirmeli3576

4y↑674

I remember my mom and I listening to this song in the car when I was a little kid in the 90's. We lived in Philly then and we were pretty poor, not living in the best neighborhood, and having to scrape on by. I remember that even though we had little money, she made sure I was involved in things- ballet, ice skating, camp, violin.. This song will always remind me of her driving in her fast car all over Philly to get everywhere we needed to go.

@qadarnow1408

4y↑6

I had as a kid same kind of memories😁

@dredednotez26

4y↑5

Crazy because my memories of this song take me back to Philadelphia in the 90's with a cherry water ice from Rita's

@jessicaschaper3103

Uncle and ice pack round my shoulder are my lyrics...CALL 972-703-3051

@fatahiabdulai5814

4y↑15

You were involved in all that?! Then trust me fam, you weren't poor!

For us back here, you'd have to be BLESSED to do stuff like that.

@kirmeli3576

4y↑17

@@fatahiabdulai5814 That's a really good point. I'm glad you framed it that way, and also sorry if I made it seem worse than it was. We were poor and my mom sometimes had to borrow money and sell things, but you're right- I wasn't poverty-stricken. I definitely am lucky I had those opportunities

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@linds7788

4y↑243

This is one of the saddest and most beautiful songs I've ever heard.

@fenishaSangma

3y↑2

Ikr

@rowan64official

Thats the beauty of it.

@Jay-os5nw

1y↑85

This is not just a song it is a masterpiece !

@KapilSingh410

1y↑1

@Jay 2023!

@conchubharcinnfhaolaidh3341

26w↑27

I had the honour of meeting this woman while she was still busking in Harvard. One of the most beautiful and purely sheer souls. Respect ❤

@jonestowndixiecups782

3y↑560

I don't care how many times I hear this, it still makes me cry.

@pabloansilesian1788

3y↑7

I belivie , this song touch a heart

@user-yp1me2cc3m

3y↑5

Yes it kinda makes my cry because i remember this when i was kid listening to it

@AdrianDelgado

3y↑9

How she can sing without crying?

@CH-hb3li

3y↑6

Every fuckin time

@user-yk5in4xw9e

3y↑5

Same 😣. It reminds me of my parents. I never wanna lose them I’m so scared for that day to come I’m only 24 and they’re not so old but this song triggers meee😕😫😫

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@johnmckenzie9885

5y↑6.1K

My mom died recently and she loved this song... Never really sat down and listened... I wish I had that fast car mom. I wish I did.

@truwisdom4392

5y↑94

❤️

@Sena-hu1iy

5y↑71

:'(

@cindycriswell7316

5y↑91

I'm so sorry

@johnmckenzie9885

5y↑226

It's okay guys :) she is happy now. My heart tells me so.

@kathleenbekaert9843

5y↑68

I understand you. My husband died almost 3years a go...

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@ufjazzman

2y↑225

This song is so deep. Poetic, heartfelt, hopeful, tearfully sad, immensely beautiful.

The following line still hits me like a freight train: “… We’ve got to make a decision. Leave tonight, or live and die this way“

@maciej5578

2y↑5

This is about our capitalism world i guess...

@eringrey9297

2y↑2

💯 “Poetic, heartfelt, hopeful, tearfully sad, immensely beautiful”. This song is an emotional mix - something you can feel in your soul.

@ufjazzman

2y↑1

@@maciej5578 interesting perspective. I can see that.

@KapilSingh410

1y↑1

@Marcus Gilford 2023!

@therock4569

32w↑1

the fact that when this verse is repeated, it goes from "we" to "you". 💔

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@lennymadhavan3361

2y↑96

For anyone that is struggling in or near the poverty line with all the associated problems that comes with it, whether they are poor or homeless, working class, struggling with debts, facing eviction, etc this is the anthem of hope for you. Amazing song that is beautifully written and performed, of which’s meaning is still relevant today and everyday just as it was at the time of it’s original release…

@KapilSingh410

1y↑2

🙏

@noheadache3131

47w↑2

on point bro

@KapilSingh410

44w↑1

@lennymadhavan3361 🙏

@jobuck879

44w↑4

I haven’t struggled with poverty or addiction, this song doesn’t reflect that for me. But when she sings this: “I, I had a feeling that I belonged, I,I had a feeling I could be someone, be someone” it brings me back to when I was struggling with depression and my identity. I used to play this song for help—this song literally saved my life one night when the darkness was almost too painful to go on. Holding that bottle of pills when this verse played was like the sun shining at midnight. I began to believe it. I would sing that part loudly and my parents finally heard my anguish and listened. They got me help. They told me that they were never going to stop loving me. This song still makes me emotional. Today I’m sitting here listening to it with tears streaming down my face and my husband hugging me. He knows why I love this song.

@MS-zg1nq

41w

Leave Chicago or die this way. Get out of the democrat ran cities and better your life. Gas is cheaper and food is cheaper and people are nicer!

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@shroudedlegion

5y↑8.9K

This song transcends time. Who's still listening to this song in 2019? 💯

@nicole4781

5y↑15

Me!

@sandylayne2141

5y↑9

@@nicole4781 me too

@sandylayne2141

5y↑13

She changed my life. I love her💕

@mr.fli-city8103

5y↑10

Dat Boi I'm Listening To It As I Read These Comments

@SliceofBread123

5y↑14

Dat Boi I just randomly think of this song from time to time and find myself back here. Not a lot of songs like that...

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@Nath_CM

4y↑584

This song will never get old, no matter when you read this comment

@kodidijanosic4977

4y↑4

you're getting older you fuckwit

@puddingplate

4y↑13

@@kodidijanosic4977 u kids r always so angry lol

@evilmaxter

4y↑6

Its crazy how this song sounds so new yet its old

@tomiz17

3y↑2

depends what you mean by old

@dawnhiltonlanczycki3013

The song is timeless

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@bengaltiger1289

15w↑8

When she said "I quit school that what I did" the break in her voice is so sad 😪

@Tye84xx

1y↑149

We don't look for old songs, we look for the memories they carry

@willtowell4636

46w↑4

I know I’m just a random stranger on the internet, but this comment really made me feel good. Hope your days going well friend

@alexndannycasillas5526

45w↑1

❤❤❤❤ this. Exactly this

@MS-zg1nq

41w

Leave Chicago or die this way. Get out of the democrat ran cities and better your life. Gas is cheaper and food is cheaper and people are nicer!

@tinolopez6134

40w

I have no memories of listening to this song but real recognizes real.

@shuboy05

2y↑601

I didn't know Fast Car is a 1988 song! The style and tone honestly makes this song sound more modern.

@domenicomorselli

she is the italian tracy chapman...tell me what you think https://youtu.be/s7l7-emr86g

@shanohu

2y↑40

Me too! I thought it was from the 2000s

@chrisjolly4880

2y↑51

That's the definition of "Timeless Music"

@thekingsdale2899

2y↑11

@@chrisjolly4880 Tell em lol. Yes. Songs of the heart. Not the mind. Timeless.

@negirose4625

2y↑9

I thought it was older tbh... 70s is what I assumed.

Such a beautiful and timeless song though ❤️

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@carlwinslo

4y↑3.6K

I came from a house of an abusive alcoholic drug addicted father who reigned hell on me and my mother and brother. He went to prison for shooting someone when i was young and came back into my moms life afterwards. He ended up dying in prison of a drug overdose. I have found my bother dead twice and saved his life , i wasnt there the 3rd time but luckily my mom was. Life is hard and people dont get it. He is repeating the same steps his father before him did. It sounds like a cliche but its tragically true. This song rings so true to me. Sorry for the paragraph. Just please know that whoever feels this that you are not alone.

@krupapatel9211

4y↑108

I hope you take care of yourself and your family, can't say much but hope he understands the meaning of life and be happy with all of you.

@user-nf5px7vg6w

4y↑85

Don't be too hard on yourself, youre just human and youre doing what you can. Safe journey.

@localbugs6299

4y↑38

God bless you. Jesus loves you so much. Check out Todd White on YouTube, he had a drug addiction

@lexluthor6497

4y↑45

Holy crap.that is some heavy shit.stay strong. never give up.make the best of your life.

@xvov

4y↑23

How did he die 3 times

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@lightwalker6582

2y↑48

Timeless for struggling people. Beautiful song, brings tears.

@domenicomorselli

https://youtu.be/Rey7FgHbUuI

@KapilSingh410

@LightWalker 2023!

@noellejacobs2072

49w↑24

My whole family past away yesterday in a car accident and we all loved this song. It played when the accident happened. It's very emotional for me. I'm about to cry now.

@Roberto-yc4dc

48w↑6

Im very sorry to hear that and may God be with you and hear you and love you to the ends of the earth. Jesus is always with you and saves the brokenhearted!

@Roberto-yc4dc

48w↑5

If you need to talk ever then please dont hesitate to reach out.

@lastoneok3002

10w

This is heartbreaking mate 😭, i hope you are doing good 💖💔

@kamjo79

5y↑2.2K

Played this at my son’s funeral a year ago. He was 18 and loved this song so much.

@andreandrewyabut5700

5y↑120

Kam Jo sorry for your loss. Good song, your son got good tunes!

@thaisamorim9519

5y↑72

So Sorry for your loss my dear, I hope u can find a way to get your heart comforted

@antwonehooks8847

5y↑18

Kam Jo 🙏🏾

@wanderingsoul6152

5y↑45

Kam Jo, mine just turned 19 eight days ago. Fast Car was one of the most relevant songs to me (I was 17 when it came out). It's so sweet to know that your son was that much musically sensitive at that age. Mine is too; music is his biggest love. You surely had some doing with it...I bet both would have got along just great. What was his name? I wish to recall and never forget his name.

@denisemorini285

5y↑13

AHHHHH So so Sorry. I am so sorry.

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@high78voltage

4y↑362

Me and my husband met 20 years ago, he pulled up to my parents house and this song had just came on when I got in his car no joke and he sped off and i never looked back , were still married (we both had a dysfunctional family) 20 years later we have 2adult children and very very much in love , this will always be our song❤💯

@alexm7627

4y↑9

I was almost always a bit of an outcast... Because of my mental disorders i had trouble "being one of" the cool accepted kids, though i tried, but because of those mental disorders i was mocked and it hurt the most when it was done subtletly, and because of my social anxiety and most likely aspergers, i would sometimes give awkward answers or i would just not know what to say, but this also depended on what person i was talking to, so all this build up in me a sort of despair and depressive state since in my heart, feeling like an outcast brought my joy down, i just wanted people to see me as an equal and not as the butt of the joke weirdo... Not to mention the fact that i had body dysmorphia syndrome, which twists your mind in regards to how you look... for example: i went through bdd for quite a while, always checking to see if my facial features were "pretty" enough, and feeling anxiety about going out, if i didnt think of myself as good looking in the mirror, noticing differences in my left or right sides of my face and spending hours looking at the mirror to assure myself that both sides are symetric, or if my body was "good looking" enough you know the drill, it sucks, and i'd be stuck on seeing and analyzing pics of my face because i perceived a flaw and i wanted to examine the photos until i saw myself as good looking, i often would spend hours in front of a mirror doing these things aswell. Recently it came back a bit but my situation is different now, because around a year ago, the things i mentioned (probably) and something else, all came crashing down and i had a panic attack, which made me go through a bad depressive anxious season, and then one day, during this, i was watching a video, and at the end a man said something along the lines of: "God loves you, Jesus loves you" and it touched my heart, in a special way. What was basically a depressive state that i was in, started going away the day i placed my faith in Jesus for salvation, one of the first proofs i had of God being with me was the fact that afterwards i watched a video called "God's love letter to you" and it made me tear up... This was significant because before that, almost nothing could make me cry and i had to be very hard pressed to do so and even when i was once, it came out a little weird, because crying was that off carachter for me. Yet when i started feeling this hunger for God, which was itself another proof of God being with me, i started to legit tear up when reading about his love for me, and whenever i would do something on purpose against him... After being saved, my obsessive compulsive disorder and anxiety issues and also my social anxiety issues started improving. I guess that the spiritual rebirth, what Jesus called being "born again" which comes as a result of a humble change of mind by a person in response to a revelation given by God's holy spirit through the gospel, (the "good news" about Christ) pretty much changed my mindset and fixed it for the better, which is actually supposed to happen according to the bible, and even my bdd and social anxiety issues started fading because my indentity and life was no longer defined by whether or not others saw me as good looking or cool or if i perceived myself to be good looking and cool but instead my identity was who God says i am, a beloved son, to the point that Christ died to save my life and a member of his family. A few months ago my bdd and social anxiety issues came back though weaker than they once were since, even in the middle of having them i had peace from Christ which is a special kind of peace because it doesn't depend on circumstance, and after i kept asking God to help me, bdd started going away again, and looking at how God can work in these situations, God made the fact that the bdd came back, to actually work for good, so i could reach out to others with bdd and share my testimony of how God can save people from these things like he saved me, and not just bdd, but the social anxiety and issues of possible aspergers, i vented and casted these worries to God and in 1 Peter 5:7, it says that we should do this because God cares about us, venting and laying burdens on God is one way that he sustains us, because we can't carry those burdens ourselves without being damaged with bitterness, and resentment and hurt feelings... And although i still have ocd (and a little bit of bdd recently) and its anxieties, and also probably aspergers, i have experienced the difference that God has made in my life, i know a message like this can turn people off, but thats my testimony basically. I took pills btw, even after knowing God, then i stopped taking them, but i noticed that after all this time, even without the pills im better than i was before. Not saying pills aren't good btw, as long as they don't get you addicted, but to sum this all up i can tell you for sure that there is hope if you believe. You're not alone

@dopeydwarf

♥♥♥

@vachanhegde9296

More?

@syreiasnead9182

3y↑3

Love your story

@butters-jx8rv

3y↑1

High78... your story put me to sleep....I think your lying.....pretty sad telling strangers things that never happened...put the booze down and get some sleep...

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@Luna_MorningStar

2y↑108

My late husband would always play this song before we ever had a child , we would just sing to eachother.

We ended up having 4 amazing children & I haven't heard this song since he passed.. it still breaks my heart.

Being a window at 25 with 4 kids is the hardest thing I went though, he was 27

I love u Kyle & the kids miss u everyday

@ChampagneZanitey

2y↑7

Sorry for your loss

@Shaka610

2y↑3

May God bless you and your four wonderful kids.

@Shawn-ho6de

1y↑2

I am sorry Samantha. He is looking down from heaven and is watching over his family.

@KapilSingh410

@Samantha S Sorry to hear!

@BeagleHome

27w↑19

I remember when they first played this song on the radio in 1988. It was so different from other songs at the time, it blew me away. What songs today can hold a candle to this.

@gabrielallado2827

4y↑1.4K

This song just reminds me how life isn't always what you planned..Sometimes dreams die, and people change. We don't always get what we want out of life, no matter how hard we try. Sometimes all we can do is acknowledge that and try our best to move on and make due with what we have. This song is timeless, and no wonder so many people can relate to it. It sounds so haunting and sad, and yet comforting in a weird way..

@everdeensmith4611

4y↑12

Nice name bro

@michaelwruck5658

4y↑9

That's the truth. Maybe reason being we feel comfortable about what we have instead of what we wanted is because gods plan is what you already have

@jimbo9747

4y↑11

Nah you can achieve anything you want. Never settle. There’s no set plan for you. If you want to be successful go be successful

@dumbass9101

4y↑6

Damn this almost hit me til I saw your username

@taracollins5597

I agree. Its sad yet beautiful & wistful. I must admit I also do feel 'anger' against the lyrics. The 'narrator' was ridiculous to QUIT school to care for a selfish drunk dad. Why did she need to drop out of school just to help out?!! And it sounded like she wasn't at all financially (or emotionally) settled before having kids with the guy she mentions. Of course I know its only a song, but many people like discussing them....like films. I know I enjoy it too. :)

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@ElsonIanNylGalang

4y↑2.3K

Quarantine and lockdown brought me here!

It took me a world pandemic to realize how this song is an unparalleled masterpiece, the simplicity of the instrumentals, the soul-evoking melody, and the freaking level of lyricism in this song... Tracy Chapman is a legend.

@jaysandhu2407

4y↑17

agreed. Going to thru music like never before haha

@ElsonIanNylGalang

4y↑18

@@jaysandhu2407 and I can't help but absorb all the song's emotions with all the social distancing and isolation hahaha

@RoyceGetit

4y↑7

Elson Ian Nyl Galang Lol ay at least there’s some good comin from this pandemic 😂

@nickswanwick1644

4y↑11

Mate this song has always.been a master Piece .u don't.no till u lose everything to gain a little

@belarmoto4337

4y↑1

Nice one brotha parehas tayo. Keep safe🇵🇭

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@Sweetiekins23

2y↑65

I was born in 2000 so I'm 22 but I have an old soul and absolutely love this song & will never stop listening to it ♥️

@mikeb2575

2y↑4

That's because this music is timeless, I love the 80's music as that was my era, born in the 70's but I love 50's and 60's tunes as well as the rave tunes of mid 80's and 90's. Not too sure about the current tunes but still listen to all music. Take care me friend :)

@ianstolle8304

2y↑2

2000s kids represent, this song is such a classic despite being twenty years too late.

@lia00123

1y↑3

2001 here i love this song

@acespedes1403

1y↑36

For my dad who was strong, stoic, and just a gentle man! We would listen for hours to this song and now I am constantly reminded he is with me always! Love and miss you Dad! I wish I had more time with you but I know you are waiting for me! Until we meet again! 😢

@berryberry8290

I hope you know that you are not alone in this! I've a similar experience like that aswell

@dessadawn5438

3y↑295

Three years ago I was homeless on the streets. Desperation feels like this song, but there is also hope! My father was an alcoholic. I feel this song on so many levels. It’s also about freedom and rising above poverty. And it’s about joy and feeling young and free. And you CAN be Someone!!!

@HIGHWAYATMIDNIGHT

3y↑9

I’ll have three years sober feb 1st and I’m glad to be away from all of that. I hope you’ve found peace and are doing well now. You deserve it!

@novalinez

Hey i have to do a Presrntation in school about t4acy chapman and the song fast car
1st question what is the meaning of the song what does Sho want to say us?
2. About what is this song
And last question what is tracy chapman doing tday?

@jayflynn8589

3y↑1

Kevin Randall hope your staying strong trust in god you got this buddy

@HIGHWAYATMIDNIGHT

3y↑2

@@jayflynn8589 Appreciate that brother thanks! Can’t complain at all life is really good!

@jayflynn8589

3y↑2

Kevin Randall good to hear brotha keep it up

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@derekfowler3291

3y↑1.6K

My mother and I used to play this in the car when I was a kid.

@mikaandchingfuntoys853

3y↑16

Same too

@JIKADZ

3y↑9

Same ✊

@fredovelazquez3460

3y↑21

This song hits right in the middle of the heart

@slsisters3096

3y↑4

Same

@ugandaknuckles4351

3y↑27

You need to play it in the car with your kid

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@orlaeggz5289

1y↑14

I grew up with an alcoholic dad and married an alcoholic..I feel this song DEEPLY

@ofadeesnatz

11w↑9

finally getn full recognition in 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣4️⃣

@ryestruxness2535

4y↑3.8K

My father was addicted to heroin my whole life, I had to take care of him until he recently overdosed & passed away, he was sober for 3 years so his passing shocked me. I found him dead, slouched over in an alley he used to frequent. This song will always touch me and remind me to have hope, even when you have nothing and want to just give up. 🙏🏻

Edit: thank you all for your kind comments💕💕

@kevinantonio7767

4y↑74

Just always pray and keep moving forward.

@harbinger8035

4y↑25

Rye struxness stay safe

@paulshubsachs4977

4y↑30

Rye; I am the rest of the World. We need you to stay strong.

@ondrejikri8463

4y↑22

I’m sorry to hear that we all lose someone at some stage In our lives. Stay strong and don’t give up please your live is important and we need you here. I dint know you but I’m sending you my blessings stay well and be safe... ✌️

@CuadernoEconomiaEduardoRecoba

4y↑1

💕💕💕

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@freebritney2922

6y↑4.7K

one of the most beautiful songs of all time

@freebritney2922

6y↑19

honestly

@misha1o1

5y↑69

It is beautiful but so very sad...and, yet, it's still hopeful. Maybe that's the beauty?

@Mooky49211

5y↑10

I agree

@j_s0n390

5y↑5

Yep

@KOKINGWAYNE

5y↑5

Indeed!

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@MusicWizard85

49w↑20

This song is so powerful. I was raised by abusive parents who don't love me and want nothing to do with me to this day. This is real music. This is music from the heart.

@candzspaz5789

49w↑1

If you like country luke combs has the same song just ina deeper voice but i like both

@tinasilvey3841

10w↑3

Here in 2024 to say that I will always and only listen to Tracy Chapman's version on this song!!!

@yasmina12321

3y↑950

This song reminds me of my dad, he’s taken care of me and my two brothers as a single father all his life, basically slaved to keep a roof over our heads when my mother was totally absent, in & out of jails and drug trances... he gave her too many chances to be in our lives and she always took advantage unfortunately, my dream is to be able to have enough money to buy him a brand new car. He’s always wanted a hybrid kind of car but sacrificed having a nicer car so that we can each get a car instead ♥️

@newhorizon3558

3y↑58

i'll leave a comment here, update us when you succeed in life and pay him back with a brand new car! we believe in you ^^

@yasmina12321

3y↑10

@@newhorizon3558 ♥️

@charlessegovia8761

3y↑6

Amen hallelujah

@dleon850

2y↑42

As a man who can’t have a family or someone to care for I tell you I cried when I read this. Just be there for him everyday. Your and your brothers are the best thing that happened to him. God bless

@yasmina12321

2y↑7

@@dleon850 thank you kind sir 😌

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@mrblablamanful

4y↑751

"You gotta make a decision, leave tonight, or live and die this way."

something about this lyric is so haunting to me, because I feel like if I don't escape soon that i'll be stuck in this life forever....

@poquitodefe

4y↑35

Please keep going. Don't give up..that part is haunting. Keep pushing

@simonnfl8977

4y↑19

i promise it will get better, you will get through this. stay strong

@MrSony94Mr

4y↑11

im 26y old with job i love which is paid very good... i want to escape it but something is holding me... hope is still there, "one day all this will be behind me"

@fidelagudo9643

4y↑10

Same here. I’m gonna escape & live a better life

@omario4823

4y↑4

I feel you

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@user-pb8ir1io4t

2y↑43

Can't believe i skipped past this song for literally years. Now it's on repeat all the time. Man what a piece of art

@domenicomorselli

https://youtu.be/Rey7FgHbUuI

@billy8659

1y↑24

Such a touching song. My biological father was abusive to us and my mother. My step father has been my father for 25 plus years. I hope he knows he was the reason I’ve been able to stay alive.

@libragirl4471

3y↑291

I love when the younger generation discover old music that's amazing like this one. This is a gem that tells so much in just a few lyrics. Tracy Chapman is an awesome singer songwriter.

@mrbojangles3712

3y↑5

Lmk if you have any older songs as good or close to this one

@blindspotspotter.2352

3y↑3

...singer, song writer & MUSICIAN! 😁

@blindspotspotter.2352

3y↑2

@@mrbojangles3712 Hmmmm, it's tough to compare anything else to this gem. I'll think on it. I love for my 15 y/o daughter to turn me on to new music. It's amazing how musical tastes seem to be as much determined biologically as eye color. If she likes a song, chances are I will as well and vice versa. She new Fast Car prior to me pitching it to her though. Her we are almost 40 years after release and it's still fairly well known.

@rip710

3y↑3

@@mrbojangles3712 give me one reason by Tracy Chapman also 🔥

@harrysparks6488

3y↑3

Talkin bout a revolution & across the lines are really good & also she’s got her ticket

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@adlewy59

4y↑753

Listening to this song is like watching a beautiful movie

@GiovanaSimmer

4y↑6

Exactly!

@OscarBrowne1

4y↑4

Nice

@alexandrahendricks2185

4y↑4

One about one's life at some point.

@JordanMillsTracks

4y↑6

that's a really good description of how it feels!

@RitaAnne

4y↑3

She is underrated..

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@miketedder1079

32w↑5

It would be hard to write a song that goes deeper than this one.

@cathigonzalez5931

1y↑11

My son in law used to play this song. I finally paid attention to it. Little will he ever know how loved he is. When he almost died in the line of duty I dropped on my knees and begged GOD to spare him! You see my granddaughter was barely a heart beat. I hope one day whoever is feeling so low. In this world we all have some one who loves us!

@KapilSingh410

@Cathi Gonzalez Sorry to hear!

@johnfinck288

4y↑508

There are a few, not many, but a few, perfect songs - where the music, the lyrics, and the performer mesh perfectly. This song by Tracy Chapman is one of those perfect songs. Masterpiece.

@willritter4076

I'd be honored if some fans of melancholic 90s classics would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of ARMS OF AN ANGEL by Sarah McLachlan, LONG DECEMBER by the Counting Crows, and Mmm Mmm Mmm by the CRASH TEST DUMMIES on my YT channel in tribute to 3 great standards of the era. Live acoustic with no autotune. Thanks and peace out.

@JapaneseSoomi

4y↑1

@cosmiccum

Im Brazilian and Saw the same when I understood the lyrics

@JapaneseSoomi

@@tonylombardo7964 tell you wht, i got a playlist go and listen to it. However, you might some intrumentals so skip therm if you dont like them

@JapaneseSoomi

4y↑1

@@tonylombardo7964 Akhon - Beautiful

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@vinsoriano493

6y↑5.5K

I wish I could just run off, start a new life and throw my old one away and never look back.

@donnietabert2163

6y↑76

I feel you Vin

@cherahsBroll

6y↑231

Why not? You can. Why hold onto misery to avoid being miserable.

@alecoswald7890

6y↑243

Whats stopping you . I just left california with my girl . Everything we had to move to texas and have a fresh start and get some land. Some friendly advice you can do anything you want just stay focused on what you want .

@northboi4875

6y↑20

I feel the same wy

@sprob85

6y↑22

Could not agree more Vin

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@fireeestarter1

24w↑5

Congratulations Tracy long overdue flowers for this amazing song.

@kennethh2430

2y↑41

Like most Tracy Chapman songs, they are timeless masterpieces. Tracy is a one of a kind song writer, would have been amazing to hear her live, but I am pretty sure she hasn't performed live in a while. ❤ you Tracy, your music has impacted many people around the world.

@domenicomorselli

https://youtu.be/Rey7FgHbUuI

@KapilSingh410

@Kenneth H 2023!

@nejma1723

3y↑205

This is one of the most beautiful songs ever written in history.

@ronnieballard1824

1y↑36

This song talks to your soul

@domenicomorselli

https://youtu.be/Rey7FgHbUuI

@KapilSingh410

@Ronnie Ballard 2023!

@oliviadavies8414

1y↑8

I was born in 2006 which makes me 17 this year and I have an old soul songs like this have my heart

@KapilSingh410

@Olivia Davies Almost April 2023!

@blakerestall2072

same 2006 here

@JacobStuffedOfficial

4y↑330

This song was in hospital when my daughter Born. This is the beat song all of time . Every time i listen it . I cry. Sorry for my english. Im from italy. Thank you tracy for this masterpiece. Camilla i love you.

@chunkiermango7982

4y↑8

Besides incomplete sentences I only see 2 mistakes, pretty good much better then me

@youknowelgin

4y↑5

that's beautiful

@jdreign7210

4y↑3

@seankaine2411

4y↑12

Your English was perfect enough too understand exactly what you were saying..💯💯💯💯

@rashelabdelmalak5608

4y↑5

Fortunata Camilla ad essere nata su un soundtrack del genere ed avere un papà così sensibile
☺️

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@longrimes

2y↑299

To me this is one of the best songs ever written. It holds a place in my heart because I was abused really bad as a child. I just wanted to get away so bad. I would listen to this song and imagine being in another world where I was free and happy. Every time I hear it I get transported back in time.

@Delmarplays

2y↑8

longrimes, I’m so sorry that happened to you. I worked with children for 32 years and met some children that I couldn’t rescue because of state laws. I would have been accused of kidnapping. My hands were tied. Anything I can do now?

@robertXwork

Please see what you think of this amazing cover version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNS0GamRFX0

@longrimes

2y↑13

@@Delmarplays sorry it took so long to reply. I didn’t see the notification. I’m at a way better place in my life. I made my peace with the world. Now I focus my energy on making the world a better place. I help people that grew up like me, make it in life. I am one of the lucky ones. Too many abused kids grow up to be criminals and never learned to do basic things like pay bills, do taxes , etc. Through what I do for a living , I am able to train these victims in a trade. I usually have them for a year during the apprenticeship. During that time we are together for 8 hours a day, so I am able to teach them everything in life that I missed out on. Hopefully, one day, I will be able to do this on a greater scale. We need more people in the world like you. Sending you love and light

@longrimes

@@robertXwork I loved it . This is one of those songs that are so good that you can’t really change it too much. He definitely did it justice.

@chargermedia

1y↑1

Yahweh heals, call on him. ♥️

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@williamretherford7503

1y↑9

I used to date a girl who said that this song always lived rent free in her head.
When we were dating we’d just drive around and play music and talk. On our second date I remember us stopping at Sonic to get some Cokes and we sat in the Home Depot parking lot and listened to this song. It was a song I never really put much thought towards but seeing the way she sang this song forever changed it for me.
We didn’t work out, she had a lot of PTSD from a violent sexual assault years before and she couldn’t find peace to be with a man in the boyfriend capacity.
A year later I found my true love and I’m happier than ever but whenever I hear this song I always think of her and hope that she is doing ok.

@deltatango-six7941

1y↑16

What a timeless song. It's as perfect today as it was when I first heard it in the 90's. They don't make music like this anymore.

@brianowise4656

4y↑344

even in this corona time i know there is a fast car gonna take us away from this era to a happy ending .......the world should stick together...

@joshmiller7538

4y↑9

Love you man. I dont know you. But we all need to love each other and we will get through this bullshit.

@bigdan9671

4y↑1

@Dj ZoO You're very right.

@yvettefan1974

4y↑5

You're exactly right! In tough times we should stick together we will stand tall and stay strong!

@alexm7627

4y↑2

@alexm7627

4y↑2

No matter how dark life gets... The end of it all for those who believe in Jesus for salvation will be a wedding feast and eternal joy

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@pkextra2834

4y↑375

Is this in anyone else’s “yeah it hurts but it’s still a bop” playlist?

@LIFEHAZARD56

4y↑2

you bet

@aidanmarley2932

4y↑4

Listen to John moreland, the song is called something like you don't love me enough to cry

@pkextra2834

4y↑3

Aidan Marley Doesn’t really fit my style, but thanks for the recommendation anyways!

@LIFEHAZARD56

4y↑2

@@aidanmarley2932 thank you, that was a beautifl, heartbreaking song

@xBoddahhh

Drop some more songs from this playlist of yours please ?

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@o.ruppel1767

24w↑6

What a masterpiece

@kevinheatcoat2190

17w↑1

The Original 1988 Version of Fast Car Is Way Better than The New 2023 Country Music Version of Fast Car By Luke Combs.

@mariojnr5370

1y↑15

The song fits every emotions.

@rickneal6523

5y↑887

My X walked out on me n my 2 kids my son was 3 and my daughter was 6.. this song would play everytime me my kids would go somewhere and I'd always ask them who sings this song n they wouldn't remember who sings it.. my daughter is 29 now n my son is 26 He just got married Saturday Oct 19th I had the Dj play it at his wedding they both came up to me n hugged me ...love my kids it's been along road.....

@snowboi8157

4y↑29

I'm happy you all got to a stable point in your life i hope things keep looking up, all of the love and respect you deserve have a good day stranger

@casey997

4y↑10

Praying for you bro 🙏

@christianmccoy9862

4y↑25

That's one of the coolest things I've read in awhile. Good stuff, bro.

@johnindigo5477

4y↑13

That's beautiful

@beaulong3876

4y↑6

God bless you🙏 the power of music💪

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@laurenwaldrop1969

4y↑776

someone explain why this song is so beautiful.... and gets more and more beautiful as time goes on. speechless.

@kmhenry84

4y↑63

Because the older we get, the more pain we experience and see, so the more we can relate.

@virginiafarabee5061

4y↑8

Her voice and story telling in her lyrics!♡

@jeffjuhl8824

4y↑7

His song.and because in sort I believe we are all living fast.and in a hurry to go nowhere

@janayanavarre9547

Kmhenry84 amen!!

@mduduziashtonnyadete9695

4y↑1

Lauren Waldrop its like wine love as more it stays it matures and grows into you

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@ayhanmh1011

24w↑4

Winning CMA best song of the year 35 years after release... Such a beautiful story ❤

@LtDansLegs69

2y↑7

This song makes me cry every single time. Was homeless and beat that shit just by working hard. The amount of bad days and struggles being homeless is something I can't even explain unless u lived it. Makes me fucking cry every time I hear this

@Changamire-Dombo

4y↑163

How can this song be from the 80"s .... Tracy was ahead of time

@kd8752

4y↑7

bravo Or better yet she was a throwback to the great singer/songwriters of an earlier time (James Taylor, Carole King, Carly Simon, Gordon Lightfoot, etc.) who picked up a guitar or sat at a piano and created magic.

@jalenstimes7452

4y↑2

I thought this song was from the 2000's.

@kd8752

4y↑3

Jalen Stimes It was released in 1988.

@jalenstimes7452

@@kd8752 Right. I saw that in the description.

@lisanetter7755

4y↑2

Yes she was and this was a wonderful true song about couples trying to make it and be someone different.

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@puwojonnel6252

3y↑214

This is the definition of timeless. A thousand years from now, listeners will still relate.

@truthray2885

2y↑6

It's the human condition in every culture wrapped up in a single song. "I woke up this morning and thought, Man, I gotta get OUTTA here, if I'm gonna make it!"

@puwojonnel6252

2y↑2

@@truthray2885 For real

@RiCH_926

2y↑1

Instead it will be flying flying in that car

@Johnny-adamser

2y↑14

When I suffered a fraud 5 years ago that put me in depression, I would listen to this song on repeat. Eventually I drove our car (our only pertenece left) and moved to a different city, starting from zero. Now things are better than ever.... and I remember when me and my wife were driving that car.

@katie_marie_music

2y↑41

This album is one of my all-time favs. Still sounds incredible after all these years.

@darrickhatten3987

let's talk

@KapilSingh410

@Katie Marie 🎵 2023

@ameliachetty1284

4y↑584

I cant believe this song is 32 years old.

@justvscorner9085

4y↑5

Me neither

@elizabethlewis5948

4y↑6

It is I did not know

@galxc2726

4y↑8

Woah-

@Cliff-Faced

4y↑10

Why did I actually check

@deepspace5121

4y↑9

me too. I thought it's a modern song bc I got the remix one

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@aeshaalberts7560

4y↑246

It’s such a beautiful sad song. I love and loathe every second of fast car. It’s not just music, it tells so many stories of so many 😞

@odieseventeen1077

4y↑3

Its both so addictive and punishing to listen to.
Its so beautiful and hopeful yet so heartbreaking goddamit

@JoshB_17

4y↑1

Exactly so deep layers on layers

@soldier5228

❤💔❤💔❤ Agree❤💔❤💔❤

@zayd5932

1y↑5

thank you luke combs for bringing me this masterpiece

@crystalsolis

2y↑14

What a timeless classic. Literally sounds like it could have been made today.

@mississippigod3938

I wish TEMS could cover this song and see how sing it

@julesg8745

4y↑126

Man there's just something about this song... the longing for closeness and finding something more. Just wanting to find meaning for your life when you've been struggling for so long. Even if you keep failing, you never stop dreaming.

@ashleighpayne5181

4y↑3

Love this

@atomlanchenba2932

Aren't u superjules 69. A sheerio. I know u.

@averyanahi

3y↑1

I hate how accurate this is. I admittedly just recently found this song but it made me cry within the first minute for these exact reasons. It feels like it's making me confront my own depression (I'm sure others too)

@julesg8745

@@atomlanchenba2932 nope not me

@Artschoolwannabriii

4y↑322

This is on my “drunk mom” playlist. My mom would scream this at the top of her lungs after drinking a 12 pack. She’s sober now. But I now understand.

@InstazomeASMR

3y↑14

Yeah, I empathize with her and hope she stays clean. I also empathize with you and the effects her addiction may have had on you. Blessings to you (and her). Much love