I am speechless! First time ever hearing Tracy Chapman "Fast Car" Reaction | Asia and BJ

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[@hobiwankenobi5450]

I think what most people don’t realize, is that, in the 90s, she ruled. She didn’t do hip-hop, she didn’t do rap, she just sang her truth. she is a great true singer and performer.

[@theboyisnotright6312]

I was a 21 yo white man and I absolutely loved Tracy, still do

[@kyliesworld89]

I've loved her since I heard her at 5. My mom always had her music going🫶 So glad the generations are still discovering and loving her beautiful music🥰

[@Reese8531]

I always thought she was a country singer! She’s not a country singer?

[@Reese8531]

@@theboyisnotright6312so she’s not a country singer?

[@theboyisnotright6312]

@@Reese8531 I would say not a country singer

[@rcklarue]

She is from Cleveland, Ohio. She is a national treasure in my book.

[@michaelasay8587]

@Donatella Loncar Canada much better than now yr terrible US!

[@reggaelion86]

@Donatella Loncar right on. I had assumed she was from NY and talking about the Canadian border

[@steveeverett1736]

@Donatella Loncar when you look on a map and see where Ohio is, that would be my guess , to cross the border in to Canada, most likely Ontario

[@michaelvincent8208]

Amen Brother. A gift.

[@dmstewart66]

She meant cross the state border for anyone wondering. Not the national border.

[@sharongaskell]

It is every person's story not Tracy's. She is poet, composer, lyricist extraordinaire. She is her own genre, Her music is as topical, as relevant today as it was in 1988. Thank you for reminding us how great she is.

[@nancyberry1039]

This was her first breakout song. One of my favorites from her is 'Give me one reason" - her voice is so soulful & bluesy, plus she is one hell of a musician too. Her contributions to the music world is very underrated & she deserves so much more recognition. Thanks for the upload & reminder that I haven't heard this song in a long time. :-)

[@lisemzarate4029]

Gimme one reason is adorable

[@Young_Jim]

Thumbs up for your comment because A: you expressed it so well and B: you’re one of the few people who know how to spell ‘too’ (sorry)

[@kimmarquis2354]

IMO, the whole album was fabulous. So totally agree, She is one of the most underrated artist and her voice is so soulful.

[@brooklynmysticaldiva4729]

Give me one reason brings back a lot of great memories...This song is definitely a vibe! Tracy Chapman has such a bluesy voice! Love her vibe ❤

[@meco4068]

If I had to choose one artist to listen to for the rest of my life, Tracy is my girl! Talkin about a revolution, bang bang bang, all that you have is your soul, at this point - damn, she's amazing!

[@peterbuckingham5866]

One of the most beautiful songs ever created- she’s the perfect voice for this classic

[@kathyp1563]

This is about the cycle of poverty. The man she escaped with was just another version of her dad. He never got a job. "You spend more time with your friends than you do your kids". This song is great storytelling poetry

[@sallybannister6224]

Glad upu got it Kathy she escaped one back situation only to end up in a bad relationship with another man. She just swopped one hell for a different one ...

[@fubukifangirl]

I think she also started to understand why her mother left her dad.

[@redessa01]

That line does really hit hard. The one I don't think I've seen anyone else pick up on though is, "I got no plans, ain't goin' nowhere." To me, that's the saddest line in the whole song. Not only has she ended up in the same situation she was running from, all her plans and dreams are well and truly crushed.

[@alwaysdisney2665]

I thought this song was about her lover, a woman she had a relationship with

[@catserver8577]

@@redessa01 Actually, no. She kicked them out, she's staying in the house she pays for and the kids. Listen close. She says "take your fast car and keep driving" and then she tells them to make a decision. She's staying, but she's not doing this crap again.

[@tjhunger8644]

The Border she's singing about could be interpreted metaphorically, it doesn't necessarily have to be any specific border but instead a boundary that keeps you from crossing and reaching your potential, or where you feel you should be

[@MelodyDodd-l1p]

That’s what I thought too. Like a border between one’s hopes and reality.

[@dominicwalley]

Doesn’t matter where you’re from, this one hits home. I’m from suburban England with totally different situation but it still gives me chills. Universal.

[@thewatchmen4920]

🇺🇲 🇬🇧 🍻

[@canyamanbrasil5662]

Brazil here✋and I feel exactly the same.

[@way2deep100]

She sang this when she was hurriedly asked to fill in for Stevie Wonder, who was to be a surprise act at the Nelson Mandela 70th birthday concert in London, after a vital piece of his equipment went missing. She had released Fast Car off her eponymous debut album a couple of months earlier but achieved mediocre sales, so she left it out of her scheduled set of 3 songs earlier in the day. When Stevie wouldn't go on in the evening, the organisers asked her to return because she only needed her guitar. Her performance of Fast Car that night somehow resonated with audiences worldwide and it and her album took off.

[@brendahhstiles9992]

I recently saw this video, it as amazing watching and listening to her, the audience quieting, wondering who this young women was...imagine her doing that!

[@way2deep100]

@@brendahhstiles9992 That's right. She went from being virtually unknown, certainly here in Britain, to the main subject for discussion at work the following day.. People likened her to our own Joan Armatrading.

[@dbartyzel]

I did not know that. I’ve loved this song from the moment I heard it and every time since but I didn’t know that. Thanks

[@kitskivich]

@@way2deep100 Oh gosh, I love Joan Armatrading too.

[@indigosoulja]

​@kitskivich My mama always says first there was the great Joan Armatrading then came the genius earth angel Tracy Chapman. Love them both.

[@MrRdh567]

This song is profound . I cry every time I hear it. She is from Cleveland.

[@BeKind2AllKinds]

Gen Xer here. Cannot tell you how big of a hit this was back then - and now!

[@10Shun]

We GenXers were spoiled with the best music...

[@irenewest9186]

😊❤ I agree I was 6 when this came out and music is my life and because of her and her talent made me get into chorale in middle and high school I sang solos and took voice lessons 6 years...

[@wandering_penguino]

Millenial and this was a huge hit with us too

[@walterpanovs]

Tracy's from Cleveland and went to college near Boston and busked in the streets of Cambridge. She got signed to a deal shortly before she graduated. She's a classic folk singer type. Her debut album in 1988 was a huge hit. She won the Best new Artist Grammy and this sing was multi-nominated as well. Her work has been sporadic over the years. She keeps a low profile. But it's all good. Check out her "Baby Can I Hold You" and "Give Me One Reason."

[@Gokke888]

and Talkin' 'bout a Revolution :)

[@danielkelleher2419]

Used to see her in Harvard Square! A real talent!

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

Very much in the spirit of the amazing Joan Armatrading ... 💙🇬🇧

[@walterpanovs]

@@danielkelleher2419 Yes, she was attending Tufts University at the time and also performing in some Cambridge coffee clubs (where she was ultimately seen and heard by the right people).

[@deedee-qf2ne]

@Walter Panovs, you mentioned "Baby Can I Hold You', so many don't know that one and it's a great one too!

[@candilumpkin1196]

Such an underrated artist. This whole album is really good.

[@kaydantonio3719]

She’s never been underrated. That album won 6 Grammys and she herself has won 4. I originally said 3 but it’s 4. My goodness.

[@LakerDodgerRamKingLA]

@@kaydantonio3719 👌

[@vinapocalypse]

@@kaydantonio3719 Absolutely. She deserves every ounce of fame she has, and more

[@nsasupporter7557]

@@kaydantonio3719 get use to it… almost everybody on KZbin is infatuated with calling everything “underrated” whether it is or not. It’s annoying as hell

[@cj7784]

She won 3 Grammys for this, the video was in constant loop on mtv & radio. She was acclaimed & loved across genres & generations at the time

[@dinholondres]

This song touches so many people. The lyrics, her voice… it’s such a magical combination. ❤️

[@michaelasay8587]

Hey, do you know if she's still singing?

[@tammybennett6897]

She is from Cleveland Ohio.

[@tammybennett6897]

Tracy also plays guitar and is openly gay.

[@tammybennett6897]

Do you think y'all might react to Marc Cohn, Walking in Memphis sometime ?

[@JG-zt5vr]

​@Tammy Bennett Who cares if she's gay or not. Enough said at great musician and talent 👌

[@rayvonweaver562]

I was in prison the first time I heard this song and it touched my soul. I felt like life was passing me by and I needed a FAST CAR to get away from my past. LOVE TRACY CHAPMAN!!!

[@sarathcheng4198]

Man, I hope life doesn’t pass you by and you enjoy the blessings the lord gives you. I hope you have more successes than failures. Stay blessed brotha.

[@humbertojimenez3475]

This song always makes me emotional and makes me think about people struggles. Powerful lyrics and delivery

[@benjaminroe311ify]

For sure! Something so visceral and human about this song. So many of us have had these types of feelings or known those that did.. It's an amazing humanistic song.

[@michaelgentile8570]

"She's from Earth." WOW! Nailed it! She is us. What we feel. We are all us. The same.

[@mac1975]

America!! Be very proud of this woman. She is iconic

[@alasdairmacdonald9838]

The live performance of this at Wembley Stadium in 1988 is just amazing, a huge number of people spellbound by this simple stripped back and heartfelt song.

[@nathanswain3011]

Fast Car gets better every time I hear it. Something very Dylanesque about the lyrics, a little Springsteen too. Tracy's protagonist's expression of youthful angst is timeless, could be anywhere, especially in America. There's nothing like the feeling of being in a fast car, on the highway, wind in your hair, going somewhere you've never been, starting a new, with a new born sense of hope. Wow, Just a beautiful song, one of the best in the last few decades. A masterpiece, in my humble opinion. Glad Tracy is being recognized again for this wonderful song.

[@natalieburnham3300]

💯

[@garyneilson3075]

Yes!!!well said!!!

[@robbs8138]

When she's talking about crossing the boarders...She's definitely talking about to overcome the challenges she face...What a wonder song

[@eh-i1841]

Beautiful,unique voice.Beautiful unique story teller.Tracy Chapman.

[@alexakl6445]

I've always taken this song where she's stuck in her life looking after her father, working in a convenient store, wanting to get out of the shelter - dreaming of getting in the car with her good friend and escaping to a better life. So many are stuck wanting to be free of their situations. Excellent song. Always strikes a chord.

[@tammyford2357]

Tracy Chapman is amazing. Saw her live in 1996. She was spellbinding.

[@michaelasay8587]

Tammy...is she still singing?

[@mkmstillstackin]

I also saw her in concert, later in 2002. Still just as talented as always, but not sure whether she still performs today though.

[@mj4304]

She is amazing!

[@matthewwilliams8606]

This song has the literal meaning of the lyrics and also is herself vs her hopes and dreams. Many people struggle with losing their dreams or opportunities by caring for others.

[@mikemiller3069]

In the early part of the song its, "we gotta make a decision; leave tonight or live and die this way" but later, she realizes that he's not holding up his end. Then it becomes, "you've gotta make a decision...........". It's basically, "hit the road, Jack" all over again. It makes you hope that, in the end, she does better on her own.

[@dr.burtgummerfan439]

Yep. She ended up stuck with a guy who wouldn't take care of his business.

[@joelliebler5690]

Probably about her not him since she is quietly gay!

[@RaduRadonys]

@@dr.burtgummerfan439 So women really fall for guys that remind them of their fathers... Oedip would be proud.

[@BeKind2AllKinds]

She’s a lesbian. FYI.

[@BeKind2AllKinds]

@@RaduRadonysShe’s a lesbian, so, no.

[@anthonyblakely399]

She is from Cleveland, Ohio.......She sings about The Black Experience in America......and I love it!!! Some get of it....and some don't. And I did it...Out of it.....In Orangevale, CA. Out of it...and doing Fine!!!! Hahaha....lol....hahahah....but it wasn't easy....it was Hard!!!!.....but I made it!!!

[@gerardocls]

Baby Can I Hold You it's such a great Tracy's song

[@JaneDoe396Hz]

This song just grabs my heart and squeezes and squeezes until there's tears in my eyes and goose bumps all over. Life. xoxo

[@LadybugLuv]

Whenever I listen to this song, I imagine her starting off singing as the daughter with big dreams in a little town, but by the last ending up singing as the mother who left. The song hits me as a vicious cycle song, beautifully sung.

[@a.zimmerman1867]

Well said.

[@qwertyTRiG]

Or grew up to find herself in the same situation.

[@nerdyislander4641]

This is a great way to visualise this song.

[@ClassicVideos80s]

I remember the exact moment I first heard this song in 1988. I was painting my house and had a big boom box playing. It was a cold winters day and I was alone.

[@Joedirt3349]

transcendent

[@christinaj3118]

Its crazy i remember two i was 14(2001) on a car trip with my fam with my siblings all asleep and my mom driving into the night. Such a perfect song.

[@handsomerobnj]

With the possible exception of Heart, the greatest female rock song performed.

[@lavalleecg]

Love how Asia's facial emotions progressively showed vexation with the chorus "you'll get a job" and ended with "we'll move out of the shelter". You definitely feel the tragedy in this song. Ultimately the song is about escaping to find yourself in the same situation. First taking care of dad and then taking care of your partner. The cycle in this song continued.

[@deborahtaylor3617]

I loved Asia’s facial emotions as well. I really appreciate how they both listen to the lyrics and the music too. You would not believe how many reactors don’t. I have seen other reactors that the lyrics went over their heads. And in my opinion she uses borders as a term for state line. As an American I have lived on both Canadian and Mexican borders and sometimes use the trim border for state line.

[@miff227]

and the music is a simple, repetitive refrain, single instrument, reflecting that life, only breaking out and becoming more when remembering/dreaming about the fast car ride through the city. He vocal notes are mostly short, stunted, not sustained, almost worn out. Good music.

[@jameshw9751]

Saw her in Oakland back in the 90's at the Coliseum. Amazing, she held the massive crowd breathless with just an acoustic guitar and that voice. Theres something more there, like an almost audible part of a troubled human soul.

[@kimberlinibambini1988]

Hey y’all- Her song “Give me one reason” is definitely an absolute MUST- Love Tracy- Beautiful- 💖💙👍✌️

[@JAMESlock1911]

Beautiful song. The Best person to sing this masterpiece.

[@wen-nz3sk]

Lawd...thought we were gonna have a Rock/Smith moment when he said "Earth" and Asia...😳😳 😂🤣 Tracy is a gift and so very happy you found her. 😁 She is mesmerizing live too. More please!! ❤👍🏽

[@Jim-iv7yq]

certain songs bring you close to tears.. this is one of them.. more than just a song

[@kimzwolinski9919]

She has such a beautiful special voice. This song always makes me emotional. Great reaction ❤️

[@tomh5006]

To me she's a folk singer, story teller. Her guitar playing is awesome. Playing with her fingers to strumming and singing. Loved her in the 90's and still today.

[@johnflynn5044]

Tracy is one of the greatest and underrated artists of all time. The Album Tracy Chapman was frickin awesome. Everyone says Queen is the memory they have from Live Aid but I remember Tracy most vividly. She walked out so sheepishly and looking like a deer in headlights guitar in hand, reached the mic took a breath and blew us away .. Raw and full of truth.. Gorgeous girl as well

[@chrisnicol1644]

OMG...! I bought her 1st CD in 1988.... Great piece of music...

[@JennRighter]

She’s from Cleveland. I don’t know if she was talking about the border into the city or potentially the border into Michigan 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@blastingweevil2968]

amazing song such a simple melody but such powerful lyrics..

[@bar5radass]

Talking about a Revolution, live version by her, is wonderful.

[@saraheart2804]

Oh my goodness, yes!!!!

[@russelljoslinjr4387]

She's just unique! Splendidly unique!

[@lisannebaumholz5028]

Tracey's other great song from this album (remember those?) was "Talking About a Revolution". Here's a link to one of her live performances of this... kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqebd3WgpJaMbqs She also did a great version of this song on the Seth Meyers show to encourage Americans to vote in the last election. (She originally wrote it in Reagan years.)

[@randywatson8347]

The first time I heared this song I kept listening because the voice and lyrics were so powerfull.

[@JPVLDRodrigues]

I remember when this came out... It was pure and raw and spoke of a reality (in the USA) that was almost palpable. It was powerful and sad and hopefull at the same time. Sad thing is that little has changed...

[@mrlij6534]

1988- Far Far ahead of her time- this came out in the midst of the rock and 80s pop craze and it was a calm within the storm

[@aribob2012]

Behind the wall ........is one of her most powerful masterpiece's

[@ronaldedilbertoona1146]

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

[@shawnsford7071]

Im a 52yr old metal head but cant take away the pure talent she has. And was found in the T in Boston.

[@CalixYukon]

This song takes me back hard. Driving into the unknown on adventures with the sweetheart. What a voice. great reaction

[@GS-xt8fu]

One of her favorites and a mentor…buddy guy. Love buddy guy.

[@steveparker8065]

Asia: Where's she from? BJ: She's from Earth. Quick as lightning - love that. Also love this song and the reaction. Take care guys!

[@LadybugLuv]

Yeah that was funny. But did you see the look she gave him? I saw her decide not to go off on him for being a smarty pants! That's love!

[@sumonjamal1653]

Tracy Chapman was from Cleveland, Ohio. Her first album is a classic from 1988; the songs were comprised of real stories from various people in black America... 'Fast car' was one of those experiences, where a girl has a situation at home, meets a guy and hopes to start fresh in a new place... but ends up in the same situation as her separated parents. Another song 'Across the lines' was about race riots in the USA... Her first album was a massive worldwide hit, selling 6 million copies in the US alone... won 3 Grammy Awards in 1989.

[@edwardrutledge2765]

She’s just turned 56, I remember it like yesterday when she burst into notice, with her contraltoish voice, no hint of cutesy stage presence, but total command of her audience. She’s wonderful.

[@landy952]

Gen x ❤

[@tabby73]

She was born in 1964. She's 59 now.

[@jesusgarcia-xf9ge]

Loved this tune the moment it came out. Love Tracy.

[@debbiechang5781]

Her vocals are amazing and her under appreciated guitar skills are fantastic! She’s an American treasure. 🌺✌️

[@Annette64772]

Oh my gosh she’s unbelievable 🎶🎶🎶🎶 thank you guys

[@johnc.195]

Tracy Chapman is a wonderful singer-songwriter. A true artist. "Fast Car" was my favorite of hers until "Telling Stories". ♥🙂 PS: thanks for sharing! 🙂

[@aldolagana7126]

This song is so deep, it came from the center of the earth.

[@EgbertWilliams]

I heard this song for years before I finally realized that in the end she'd given up on herself, given up on the desperate hope she was singing about through most of the song. I hadn't realized it had such a sad ending, with her telling her lover to just leave her.

[@tfodthogtmfof7644]

I have always taken it as she has been struggling to build a better life but her partner is not doing his part and supporting her or the family. She has finally decided that if he is not working towards the dreams they have shared then he is just holding them all back. The best thing she can do is let him go unless he wants to also step up. I don’t think she gave up on herself but rather gave up on him.

[@ashleydixon4613]

@@tfodthogtmfof7644 yep always mentions how she’s “working in the market as a check out girl,” or how, “you’ll find work and I’ll get promoted.” She’s the one actually working toward the dream of having something better in life than what they grew up with, and her partner is the one holding both of them back.

[@lostinsweden5039]

I was at the Mandela Concert at Wembley Stadium in London when she came on for the first time and blew away 70,000 people with this song.

[@richardmather1906]

The version of "give me one reason" she does with Eric Clapton is great.

[@gloriaandrea2539]

Love Tracy Chapman!! Best story teller EVER!! Awesome reaction❤️

[@kellifranklin9872]

I saw Tracey in concert about 20 years ago and it was phenomenal! She’s just a gifted storyteller and she completely captures your attention. Love her!

[@reneadinaro8183]

The meaning of the song is do not depend on nobody and enjoy every ones opportunity. The song, her story

[@mattlaeff724]

Recognized as one of the greatest songs of all-time.

[@AW11-e4h]

She's from Earth 🌎 BJ killed it 👍

[@dagmar.6954]

Tracy Chapman is a great singer-songwriter & storyteller. Have always loved her unusual voice. She is best known for her hit singles "Fast Car", "Talkin' 'bout A Revolution", "Baby Can I Hold You", "Crossroads" & "Give Me One Reason".

[@pharaoh2537]

Beautiful Legend definitely a treasure!

[@sybillloyd8133]

JUST GOES TO SHOW HOW A GOOD SONG IS TIMELESS!! THE SONG IS OLDER THAN MOST PEOPLE THAT WERE AT THE AWARDS!! GLAD THE SONG HAS BEEN BROUGHT BACK INTO THE LIMELIGHT!!❤❤

[@partgee]

This song is a gem, a pure classic.

[@MasterJohnMoss]

A HUGE song when it was released. Never stopped influencing artists. Like Chris Issak's Wicked Game, this has to be one of the most covered songs ever. Also worth checking out: anything by Melissa Etheridge (Like the Way I Do, Similar Features).

[@jasfan8247]

Me & Bobby McGhee for 'Generation X' 🌻

[@minichris11]

Love your feedback! This is a very beautiful song. I've always loved it.

[@guykriz2597]

That voice! It grabbed me the first time I heard it 30+ years ago and still does.

[@SunShine-qk4rb]

Always loved her songs. Also I loved Baby can I hold you tonight

[@johngray2875]

Not only does she perform it beautifully, it's also so beautifully written.

[@chrissneyd9278]

This woman has a great catalogue. You will be richer for pursuing her songs or live performances.

[@bradmorrison2796]

Also has another great song Give Me One Reason, theres a liveversion she plays with Eric Clapton thats phenomenal

[@gluuuuue]

I grew up as a middle-class Asian kid in the Silicon Valley yet everything about this song just weighs so heavy. I read someone say it’s about the cycle of poverty, and while I think that’s certainly true, there’s also this insidiousness about how youth pursues things like fast cars, as symbols of status, as benchmarks, as means of escape, yet whether they flee into the city, or (back?) out into the suburbs, their poverty follows them. The only “escape” the singer-narrator can come up with at the end is to have her partner take their fast car and “keep driving” leaving them behind as well.

[@stephena2390]

Asia, your face when BJ said she’s from earth cracked me up. 😂 She is definitely from earth but her voice sounds like she’s from heaven. 33 years later and this song is still amazing.

[@jamhoskins]

My favorite album when I was 14. I listened to it on a family trip from the east coast to the west coast

[@paxonearth]

Sh*t, I've heard this a million times and it's making me cry again. Heavy, heavy lyrics. "We've gotta make a decision. Leave tonight or live and die this way."

[@TheDivayenta]

We’ve all had a turning point opportunity in our lives that we did or didn’t take.

[@joekuul8769]

Brings tears every damn time.

[@sarahzentexas]

Impossible to overstate the impact of this song when it was released. A diamond 💎

[@brianbrooks1285]

Great voice, great song, and great music!

[@dannelson4209]

Us common folks all start at zero in life and we work very hard to work our way through, Everytime I listen to this song I have to fight back the lump in my throat and the tears in my eyes. I know exactly her pain and how damn hard it is when you are young and trying to establish a long term foothold I raised seven children and there were hard times until they got better!

[@sallysharp3845]

Talk about great timing, today is Tracy's 57th Birthday. Other great songs by her are "Talkin' Bout A Revolution" and "Give Me One Reason". BTW, Tracy is from Cleveland Ohio.

[@dannwalker9865]

This is an amazing classic!! So good 🎶🎵🔥❤️🔥❤️🎵🎶 Btw, she's singing "across the border and into the city" so I always assumed she was referring to growing up in a rural area and wanting to move to the city. I could be wrong, but that's always been my interpretation 🤷‍♀️

[@Saint_possum]

Wow! I'm a huge fan! Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! I was listening to TC in my 20s and immediately related even though we nothing in common besides growing up working class... that was enough. Tears in my eyes.. thanks.

[@lisaestes4748]

I just came across this reaction because Tracy is my heart ❤. When she says cross the border into the city she's talking about how they live out in a rural area with no opportunities just poverty. This song came out when I was 15 and it's the first song that made me think. Nothing in common with her, but I felt her soul. Little did I know a few years later this would be my anthem, daily. "Leave, or live and die this way" ..... And that's what me and my son would do, Leave. She saved me by keeping me strong. So much Love and respect for this woman ❤✌️ beautiful reaction.

[@138NastyNate]

"She's from Earth" - B.J. ......Im dead. Literally laughed out loud.

[@Shay_-cq2cl]

Thank Luke Combs for bringing this song back for another generation. It’s one of my favorite songs

[@jerrysangrey559]

Ditto

[@jerrysangrey559]

He sounds awesome, We all love this song

[@Lordestroyer]

One of the greatest songs ever written.

[@nbell817]

This is a beautifully melancholic song by a modern folk music genius. I absolutely love everything about her--her writing, her style, her guitar playing, her one-of-a-kind voice. I saw an interview she did years ago and she talked about this song. It wasn't autobiographical and didn't describe her family situation growing up. She said it was just a song she wrote about a couple trying to make it in life and the struggles they faced. Said she never had a fast car. ✌❤

[@joelliebler5690]

Deep feeling such great true emotion!

[@jayrtee]

Thanks for this reaction, it really hit me. The line that mattered to me was "I had a feeling that I belonged. I had a feeling I could be someone." Growing up as a poor, gay, biracial child in the 70's, there were few times I felt that. That's why this song resonates with me. I still strive for that feeling.