Tracy Chapman - Fast Car - 12/4/1988 - Oakland Coliseum Arena (Official)

Tracy Chapman - Fast Car
Recorded Live: 12/4/1988 - Oakland Coliseum Arena - Oakland, CA
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[@SevenRebello]

Imagine just being able to show up with nothing but your guitar and yourself and perform at this caliber. Wow.

[@joviemeneses1458]

That's all it should ever take.

[@georgewilliamsiii4677]

I was thinking that too. She had the crowd rapt.

[@dmarler5560]

There are zero downs..

[@scottperkins7826]

Perform *

[@acloserlook6133]

Ed Sheeran does this now.

[@biancacaputo7174]

This lady is not given enough recognition for this absolute poem

[@FrigoboxtoeristNr82]

She didn't wrote the lyrics, but sang them like an angel! ❤

[@Ace-gi4bp]

​@@FrigoboxtoeristNr82 Why lie? Chapman is the sole songwriter and owner of the publishing rights to the song.

[@brandipayton4062]

​@FrigoboxeristNr82 she did

[@zendog9947]

The industry wants you to hear about cardi b robbing and selling her nasty cooch

[@TheSeasonchanges]

@@FrigoboxtoeristNr82how do you not know that she is the one that wrote the song

[@shortlifeadvice]

It's a crime that she isn't considered one of the greatest female vocalists of all time. She is also an incredible songwriter, which goes way beyond this song.

[@OmegaVideoGameGod]

I agree and she cared about what really mattered.

[@BetterAde3]

Because she's very decent in everything and also a black woman that's why she's not considered a legend

[@shortlifeadvice]

@@BetterAde3 I would hope that wouldn't be the case, but society often lets me down.

[@pariahcovers7769]

@@BetterAde3Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, and Rihanna all prove you wrong. Nice race baiting attempt tho

[@mikamikan1079]

still better than a lot of males

[@janetmichelson3978]

How can a person write a whole movie in one song?? She's a genius. 💙

[@trainsontuesday]

She wrote a lifetime.

[@joshbrucks]

It's called a ballad. They were popular in the 80s.

[@Donnie-Lee-Gringo]

memories, I was there that night.

[@coybi]

Whoa!

[@beautifulawa]

Lucky you

[@donaldmapeture4870]

You are very lucky man

[@writersblock26]

LEON DONALD BERG I envy you, Leon. 😉

[@jasonunderthebasement9165]

LEON DONALD BERG cool!!!!!

[@gotnothing4845]

I would, in 2021, pay good money to hear this live.

[@I3igTasty]

YES

[@colewhite5831]

@@I3igTasty GOOD MONEY

[@kimberlysteele3400]

My niece is 11yrs old. Haven't the slight clue where she 1st, heard this song, this version...but she loves it more so than I do.

[@aarontaylor6448]

I’d pay anything to see this it’s so beautiful

[@kylebrent1313]

Lots of it

[@JDP_93]

I’m a 31 year old black man who has never been into country. But I randomly heard this a few weeks back and listened to it 100 times since then lol damn this may be one of the best songs ever written

[@MayISpeak]

Same here. Its more of a folk song.

[@shooshoo701]

“Leave tonight or live and die this way” literally hits me so hard every time. 🥺

[@Leafgreen1976]

One woman with a guitar and a million tears.

[@devanshugrg9368]

Bruh I thought this was a guy😂lmaoo

[@chloerainbow100]

O,,

[@brendon9838]

DEVANSHU GRG wait .... isn’t this a guy ???

[@BRO_v1]

@@devanshugrg9368 look a lil like Jimmy Butler gone acoustic

[@keeleylouise867]

@@devanshugrg9368 aa you aa

[@daCubanaqt]

Congrats Tracy on the 2023 CMA Song of the Year for “Fast Car”! 35 years later your music still moves us. I’m glad a new generation and genre is appreciating this beautiful piece of art.

[@hiitsrudd8567]

Country music today has no originality, from the early days of Jimmie Rodgers who stole black artists music & played it without paying a cent to these pioneers of all the music we listen to today.

[@some.meatball5217]

Was about to say the same after reading / seeing the article earlier at work

[@some.meatball5217]

@@hiitsrudd8567its all music though tbh, I have a 14 year old, listens to my parents generation of music and mine ( I’m 36 ). Music just doesn’t have any class in short of the actual word,., they’re all just trying to chase a trend anymore they’re a hit for bit or for a few years then they disappear,, then we have artist like this yeaaaaaars later still one of the best songs ever written

[@meldrickitua7231]

Yeah, I'm a 90s kid this hits the soul

[@mustanggtcruzin]

Copyright laws only last 25 years. This song is amazing.

[@Ms.Irod2024]

Who else is here after her 2024 grammy performance with luke combs, i had heard the song back in 88 but i really felt it in 24 , thanks racy for this gem

[@khadijauwimana4364]

Me 😂❤

[@thomasrussell795]

The original is so much better. Not hating on Luke, he has a good voice but it just hits harder when she sings it.

[@sharipijut9831]

@@thomasrussell795because you can feel the raw emotion in her voice. I love Luke, but Tracy really makes you feel something when she sings. It’s so raw and authentic.

[@geraldmerkel7145]

Me Too ❤

[@willardsmd]

🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️❤️❤️❤️

[@bobyale6159]

To the comment "it took a country dude to give this they hype it deserved". NOPE!!! This song was such big hit as it was in the late 80's and early 90's. Didn't even need social media. Just constant radio playing worldwide even to this day. Comment should be: "It took this song to give the country dude the hype he deserved." 😂

[@audreyssingingadventures6475]

Legit, one of the best songs ever written.

[@barshiantonio5358]

Totally, I grew up with this song and still listen to it, music like this is gold. Love it. Real people, real songs :)

[@BrassDruid]

Chris C, it's weird how that type of thing works, isn't it? I'm 25 but the soul in this song speaks to those who actually listen. Maybe that's why it took so long to become one of The Greats

[@BrassDruid]

Also Chris. Don't put yourself down my man. It's not the times to be doing that. Keep ya dmn head up

[@jeanious2009]

Sounds to me like I took a pill in Ibiza

[@michaeljo6976]

Yes!! Brings me back to being 3 yrs old, I never knew this was that old, I thought it was from Early 90's! Great song tho! Grew up on this music! 90's were the best!!!

[@cavinpurcell7889]

It's rare that a live version of a song is better than the recorded version but this is absolutely one of those times

[@Yumemaru.]

4real

[@antonsevigny5688]

The undeniable voice of an artist. Making waves.

[@chrislogue2276]

Apart from the massively out of tune guitar obviously. And the fact that the flat low G is making her drift out of key. Apart from those minor things.

[@andrediniz2409]

@@chrislogue2276 oh, come the fuck on!

[@drewclevenger3648]

"She's Gone" live By Hall and Oats (70's version) is breathtaking

[@piercegalactic]

First heard this ‘90/91. Fifteen years old. Alcoholic father with mom working three jobs. This was the first song that I ever felt relatable. 33 years later the tears still flow when I hear it. Such a powerful song.

[@edburke7668]

Me2 now I’m the only living survivor ❤

[@Dtown1975]

God bless

[@veeherreraJanecka]

It resonates with me too. I left home at 16 with my boyfriend who had a fast 67 Camaro. I got pregnant. A painful childhood comes back like a flood when I hear this song.

[@ItsOrganicDontPanic]

This woman was so far ahead of her time. One of the greats

[@kimberlyferguson7165]

Agree!

[@nerdvanatreasurehunter7915]

35 years on and still one of the greatest songs ever written

[@Vsghdjfdhkfd]

Might be the greatest

[@theharshtruthoutthere]

@@Vsghdjfdhkfd If you only knew and understood: Wordily pleasures for the ears and for the eyes: music, movies, sport. That kind of entertainment is given by lucifer to mankind, to keep them busy doing and knowing nothing, When human dies, he or she is surprised that he or she keeps existing. Yet the only reason for it is, they had their lifetime on earth catching delusions and illusions. Never loved the truth, never cared for it and as some used to say: 1st comes laughter, then turning of the head, then closing of the ears, freezing of the heart, then life in struggle and then regrets and cries. The last 2 shall be there forever. = the life of a ignorant fools. Creating “perfect” offspring who`s genetic DNA is mixed: human + animal + angel + inverting every soul + posses them with evil spirits = perfect spell casting, look at the public, they all sing and dance along not sensing reality. The tares and the wheat - a story in the bible. 2 different offspring, growing together, shoulder next to shoulder. The "rituals" haven`t stopped happening, these got renamed to fit the timelines: in our days, the rituals are: music concerts showing off the masonic hand sighs and symbols becoming "trans" still needed blood sacrificing (singers, actors, in need of sacrificing their loved ones and friends, later being the needed sacrifice themselves, these are knows an “accidental overdoses”). few more.

[@ianedmonds9191]

@@theharshtruthoutthere Bot programmed by Nutter Christians. Disregard this message. Luv and Peace.

[@MrRdh567]

I agree. This song gives me the chills every time I hear it.

[@justno808]

​@@theharshtruthoutthere How about fuck off with the self righteous essays. God also has music, or are your hymns, organs and pianos also Satan's work? Don't you all congregate in groups and sing in concert? So then the Christian faith is also Satanic? Fucking cretins of religion who think they can condemn others when they're simply mortal fools with no idea about the greater dimensional beings who exist around us. If your God is so Good and almighty, then we would not suffer. He is malevolent and evil in his very nature by allowing humanity to suffer. Even with faith in him, you still suffer, but simply persuade yourself it has reason, it doesn't. Your God has left you. The fact you follow a religion made by man is hilarious. Three books that ruined humanity, all written by drunkards and lunatics.

[@LEMATTOFFICIAL]

Damn this hits different as an adult

[@adamf8711]

I was thinking the same thing and commented, scrolled down and it seems everyone feels the same way

[@82spoon82]

Yes sir, it does. Could not have said it any better myself.

[@wesleyjohnson6446]

Well said

[@thierry93pereira69]

Yes fella, danm right, next music matafix big city life 🎶

[@corrinaamato8805]

so true

[@econmax03]

The “Fast Car” symbolizes hope and that’s the only thing anyone has in this world when life fails you and all you can do is fight because the only person you can depend on is yourself.

[@LeftysLefty]

You have it right

[@maxinewallace6213]

The fast car is simply the fast car the dude owned that spun her web of a better life and he failed and she said I ain't taking your shit anymore take your fast car and keep on going. Mama ran off and left him . Listen to all the all the words. She wasn't going ro follow in her Mama's foot steps where the child quit school to take car of her Dad

[@outofbody6797]

they dont make them like you anymore.

[@scottrauth8219]

Well said and absolutely correct

[@55JVB]

This reminds me of when I was homeless 10 years ago alone in debt. I met my husband, and he looked at me with the most sincere heart and said "l want us to start from zero." It was at that moment that I knew God had sent him so I wouldn't walk alone in this world.

[@rayquihuiz8245]

Best to you and your partner .

[@jasonrossetta5203]

beautiful story

[@tonymars1093]

Wonderful story. Wishing you nothing but happiness. ❤️

[@eve79evelien79]

Amen ❤

[@johnfinck288]

How can a song break your heart and lift your soul at the same time? This is one of the great American songs, a masterpiece.

[@MilanLD]

haha I just watched a performance of a german singer where one of the top comments was nearly the same as yours :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYbHeaCJnchnrrc

[@anthonykwan4482]

Well said...

[@MrLense]

Breaks your heart because its about the cycle of abuse but lifting that its optimistic in breaking it.

[@kyledammann4284]

john finck 💯

[@preecey18]

I’ve never thought of it that way, but do you know what, you’re absolutely spot on.

[@Worldridersclub]

This song stopped me from committing suicide when I was 14.. I'm 32 and doing fine now.. thanks Tracy.. I love you

[@anastasiareni5809]

I love you too =)

[@Stonecrow25]

Glad you are still here. Remember, there is always someone who cares. Dont ever to be afraid to reach out

[@tyclayton9931]

Much love man.

[@discomarly]

@Ezmoney i feel you man but things wil get better day by day friend hang in there god bless you

[@chloehogan8770]

I’m so proud of u good job ☺️

[@jayyeetmoto711]

Who is still here 2024? God bless every one of you, don't give up!

[@vw1649]

Me, me, me...😃

[@DGoldy303]

Here! ✋️

[@gracerampola630]

present ...getting crazy again on this song last last night on Grammys

[@jesussierra390]

Here

[@alexbrantuo6226]

God Bless you to ❤

[@terrysaunders6479]

Still in love Tracy. Ever lasting.

[@johnmcintyre2123]

This song hits harder the older I get. It says everything in so few words.

[@lalcantaralcantar3750]

Why?

[@txkoutdoorfam6911]

Sometimes the fewer the words the more powerful, because it can adapt to more situations. And specifically your own personal situation. But these words seem to just be perfect!

[@MrAaronbill]

I know right , like heignsight was a hammer .

[@chickensoup2314]

@@lalcantaralcantar3750 When you are 16 living with parents and someone comes to you and tells you his life is hard, you don't get it totally because you don't know what hardship is really meaning but after you grow and goes through life then will feel more when someone talks about hardship.

[@kathleenpapaleo2720]

Exactly...

[@henry-bo3np]

Just a girl, a guitar -- and one of the best folk songs ever written.

[@jimmymorrison8314]

Amen to that.✌️

[@Eire4life]

I’m 44 Irish, grew up n this , been an integral part of my whole life, I’ve traveled lived, loved and lost ..and this song just gets ..deeper with age ☘️🥊🇮🇪😢😢

[@grantog123]

So true

[@Ze_Moose]

Not Irish but I got love for the good hearted Celtics 😉

[@goodbyemr.anderson5065]

im an irish/dutch ginger man and this song still hits hard. just turned 42.

[@mzab0003]

I'm 58 and had my first baby in 1988. This song resonated then and it still does. Except now it makes me cry. My son is 36. 😂

[@user-qv9on1ne5q]

Good. Go Buy it

[@Miss98Bumble]

She was just 22 years old here. Such talent, both lyrically and vocally!

[@petermeyer4206]

24

[@mar-kf9nz]

Baby

[@nzsouth1225]

i thought tracy chapman was a guy for a long time shame on me nevermind i still recognise the talent

[@TaylorOiler-iq1kr]

@@mar-kf9nz mowo

[@TaylorOiler-iq1kr]

@@nzsouth1225 w2

[@adrianpartridge5906]

No flashing lights or glitzy dancers just emotion and quality.

[@CB-ob5fr]

I believe there is still an audience for that today, but music industry is kind if stuck in their approach. As I am originally from germany, i noticed that there, "low key music" became very popular these days! However, Tracy is an exceptional artist which will propapbly never reached again

[@takoreamexicangrill]

Thats why he never made it big!

[@alext8020]

@@takoreamexicangrill Tracy did make it big, though. And Tracy is female.

[@takoreamexicangrill]

@@alext8020 He probably made it big at home, was a bit much like a one-hit-wonder

[@samuelmartelllumpkins991]

good and bad.......

[@user-yi9zi5ov2y]

No flashy stage costume. No light show. No autotune or prerecorded tracks. Just a guitar, a mic, and real musical talent on display.

[@Paul-qb3qe]

Makes me cry every single time. Must have listened to this amazing beautiful track thousands of times 😍

[@lukebarton7645]

Purity at its finest level... still listening in 2019

[@christinejohnson3820]

DRINK WATER.

[@beth5728]

Truly beautiful

[@JohnG500]

Luke Barton sane. Tracey is incredible.

[@jalahaba]

forever.

[@ogs1mpson609]

In 2019 this performance would have backup dancers, trapeze artists and laser lights

[@christlutz3823]

You can see a kind soul in her eyes. It would be an honor to meet her.

[@clarissaubben7884]

Tracy Chapman is a woman

[@christlutz3823]

@@respekmaauthoritah9089 she is a woman moron.

[@respekmaauthoritah9089]

@@clarissaubben7884 Bullshit.. Even a blind man can smell his testosterone

[@miguelmarquez4192]

Shes shy as all get out but it would be cool

[@DefenestrateYourself]

@@respekmaauthoritah9089 None to be found on you though, sweetie.

[@sisterrachel8968]

One of the greatest but most heartbreaking songs ever. A picture of real life. Love this so much 2024

[@ThandoGaxa]

😢In the midst of depression ,anger ,disappoint and a bed full of tears this song was my go to song ,I'm much better now and looking forward to a successful 2024

[@albertmaraj]

I’m glad you’re ina better place mentally/emotionally now ❤️

[@robertguerra2628]

Take care of yourself. Remember that you are loved.

[@shooshoo701]

Wishing you a prosperous year!

[@CraigB2992]

Some songs you get up and dance to. Some songs you nod your head. And some songs you just sit in complete silence, listen to every word and appreciate the fact you were around on this earth to hear it. This song is the latter. Will always be in my mind as one of the best songs ever

[@christophersisco7264]

Absolutely

[@76Ruijorge]

True

[@josepezo1086]

TRUE.

[@westcoastfrisco]

Well said🤙🏽

[@2131singer]

Love this song 😍

[@jenndcosta9046]

Crying today. April 8 is my birthday, never celebrate them. But was going to celebrate this one because it marks 20 Years since I left an abusive childhood home by an angry single father in my teens. All I wanted was a nice dinner, flowers, friends and a day off work.But that won't happen, I work in Healthcare and will be on the front lines against this virus on my birthday. I scraped and struggled for 20 years all to take care of myself and I did it.

[@maniatwal850]

Thanks for your hard work :)

[@FlySC19]

Happy (premature) Birthday! And stay safe out there

[@joebrown8789]

Dont feel to bad. Next year you will 21 and you can look back with a drink and say I survived a pandemic. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!, stay safe.

[@shearershearer]

Thank you for doing the job you do..........hope you get the dinner and flowers at some stage in the future, the day off you deserve and a happy rest of life.

[@bb-lp1ym]

You contribution will never be taken for granted, thanks for all your hard work

[@Chrisk1976]

I could never figure out why this song was not celebrated the way the CMA did when it was at its peak. Congratulations MS. Chapman your song touched a generation and that proof is in the award presented to you years later. I hope you continue to work on music with yourself and others.

[@alangil40]

It was fairly celebrated back in 1988. From Wikipedia: "Fast Car" received three Grammy Award nominations: Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, the latter of which it won. It also received an MTV Video Music Award nomination for Best Female Video in 1989.

[@Chrisk1976]

@@alangil40 Thanks for that. I guess maybe it wasn't publicized, or was in places i just don't look. Or it was so out of the blue, this years award just stood out that much.

[@ClintonBorges]

When I heard this I was in my very early teens. This song immediately hit a note, was nothing heard before. Just the simplicity of the song. The chords pull at your soul. Just the guitar, a beautiful voice, the words... the words.... The magic of a genius. The simplicity of it all. Just a story being told of the odd everybody...

[@davehenry7262]

I was fortunate to be at this concert. When she played Fast Car, I was just stunned. I've been to a lot of concerts in my 57 years. This moment is easily one of the most powerful performances I have ever witnessed.

[@ShamieShaw]

I envy you

[@lugwetunje3896]

Great voice

[@user-no5mx8if1u]

So so lucky you got to see this that’s awesome! I wish I could of been there 💜

[@Kyle-mi5vn]

❤

[@COLTBECK13]

THANK YOU TRACY !!!

[@bretmellon7]

A girl I dated a few years ago loved this song, she just passed away tragically a few days ago and left behind a 13 year old son. This song will always make me think of her. Rest In Peace Kristen ❤️

[@bellag2864]

😪

[@tomusstv4323]

Big love brother stay strong ❤

[@dylanbarrett1422]

Stay strong brother ❤️

[@jasminebarrera187]

RIP Karen, you had great musical taste

[@terywetherlow5980]

Sorry for that loss.....

[@redactedxxx4363]

This lady is so special. Her sound ...her vibe ...everything.

[@rhdk]

Why do I get so emotional listening to this song? Everytime. Any version. Gives me chills and hits me deep.

[@sfkeating]

58 years down. I warn all those who are younger, do not let this song end up as your future regret, for having not acted. Take that fast car, and go find the life that's right for you. You ARE some one, so BE someone.

[@t.s.t.4085]

Sweet words. Thank you for stating that.

[@spacebar9476]

Very eloquently written comment.

[@SmokeyBones2222]

thank you

[@skibicki1464]

me and my girlfriend snuck out and went to pittsburgh through the night and must’ve listened to this song like 10 times, we’re both seniors. the feeling of this song is like it’s taking you out of the bs and putting you in the moment

[@boriserceg3675]

❤ HVALA

[@AbhishekVaid]

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

[@kimberlyjane9677]

That really hits home.

[@justincase3325]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4C7fmqvndxnmq8

[@boanamedibonwa4910]

It hits home, I'm a recovering addict

[@lenapetrova]

Indeed. I love this song.

[@bambi.nisseni]

I want to like but you're at 500. Well gn bud.

[@Brandon-ng8jo]

Tracy was brought to me by my step dad who's now on the otherside and this song still reminds me of him. I miss you JTA.

[@lindenevhu6691]

who came here just to listen yo this masterpiece

[@WillockRudger-qu9li]

Hello how are you doing?

[@OfficiallyMaidenless]

This was recorded in 1988, and I'm playing it in 2020. The recording is so clear it sounds like she's actually playing live in my living room. Hats off to the sound guy 🎩👏👌

[@grahat03]

Same

[@KRAKEN91O]

Me just realizing this song is sung by a black woman!

[@KRAKEN91O]

If u have only listened to the song on the radio. You might not realize by her voice, she is very unique.

[@KRAKEN91O]

@Anjali Gupta ^

[@kylebradshaw7796]

Some people that are actually real musicians are able to play live and usually be better than studio recordings. Those are the ones we call legends

[@balvenieboy8323]

Im a Scottish shipyard worker, this isn't just an American tune, its for the working class everywhere who know we're being shit on and ignored ❤

[@piercegalactic]

Truth.

[@WordWoman111]

Spot on

[@LeftysLefty]

Sing it!!

[@maxinewallace6213]

What? This song is about over coming the life you were born in to.please listen to the words.

[@mykingdomforak9]

​@@maxinewallace6213 🎭 Film/🎨 Art/🎼 Music/🩰 Dance: twists/shapes/moves-fluidy into whatever the words/lyrics/images are to the reader/viewer/listener. All artists know this. Love, is the answer, to e v e r y t h i n g.

[@sherp2u1]

It's just raw, no affects etc., and that's why people can't stop listening....

[@maliyahbuckner9619]

Contemplating leaving my partner because of the emotional and verbal abuse. I know I deserve better but I can’t understand why it’s so hard to leave. Thank you Tracy for this courage I love this song

[@lisadee1623]

You DO deserve better! Any abuse is unacceptable. Wishing you courage, safety and peace as you untangle your life from this person. ❤

[@jacobfinder7476]

🙏❤️

[@barbarabigelow9110]

Make a plan and work on your plan every day, even if just a little. It may take longer than you'd like, life's like that sometimes, but keep after it and you'll be so glad you did!

[@johncline3643]

Listen to Behind the walls by Tracy Chapman

[@wildfirelite]

this was my exit song ...i had to leave or live and die this way......abusive husband who hurt my kids and i found the strength....this song brings back those crazy and hard times but i made it thru and so can you sweet one......songs will always bring salvation....stay strong

[@Reynate65]

How can anyone dislike this. She's so pure and beautiful.

[@johnnywriight]

Uncultured swine. Mad at their parents prob

[@daddycationxx]

Stuck in my head for years

[@vaishviksatyam]

She ?? Damn !

[@jordanferguson4158]

When I was a kid, I didn't know if she was a man or woman. And it never mattered. This is beautiful.

[@Ugandangirl]

So true...dem dreads

[@jeanciardo7263]

This song saved mine and my daughters lives. Gave me the courage to get out of a really bad situation. Thank God.

[@gigi9329]

Stay strong hun:) Life goes on. You just need to go with it.

[@jackiereed9485]

Hope you and your daughter are safe now

[@shelismiley7061]

thats amazing stay strong girl. there is light at the end of dark days

[@rtgrajedaminersedu]

Your daughter had a fast car?

[@rickmacdonald6527]

This song gives some perspective on life and bad situations. Glad it has touched others. Take care.

[@Chri3331]

Thousands of people at that concert captivated by one voice and one guitar

[@Shannyfrizz]

this song always bring me to tears. I miss the days of story telling in music. this is art.

[@ruimiguelchocas]

Who are here in 2020 (2021 now) listening to this amazing song 32 (33) years later? Edit: 2022 😅

[@bigpimp1274]

almost everyday

[@ruthlessboi7]

👍🏼😎❤️

[@carwynroberts6031]

Me😎

[@MsDensey]

Me in Ireland, as often as I can 😍

[@limkemke]

I only listen to bangers

[@centuria2006]

My sister and I where homeless, literally street dogs. We both worked really hard, and study. Study a lot! We both became teachers. We got a comfortable life. Right before she passed away, she dedicated this song to me. She pointed out. “Be someone” finally be part of something. We were both Argentinians. Value your teachers, are the most essential part of any society.

[@ryancharles2505]

Sorry to hear this stay strong

[@olitran9630]

Blessed!

[@DamnitDana]

You are so appreciated, I’m sorry for the loss of your sister and I’m so proud of you both for “being someone”…So much love for the future and thank you for shaping our young minds and hearts 🤍

[@funnyvidstoday101]

i agree, people become teachers cause it's a calling not for monetary gain, i was lucky to have great teachers in my life, as a kid i thought i could outsmart them but they already knew what i was doing but incurred me to excel in life which i did

[@freakyflow]

You know how many teachers changed the lives of other people? I live in Canada Never been to a south American country in all my life And yet because of 1 teacher Hablo Espanol! ok Pocito Hablo Espanol : ) But i know where Argentina is And you drink yerba mate And empanadas And BBQ some of the best beef in the world ...Not bad for a kid that not like learning cultures and history And at 14 i was working a job to help my widowed mother ...You teach a soul And you change a life

[@threemanacousticjam]

This is unbelievably powerful, & its a SOLO performance! Impressive beyond words. I love you, Tracy Chapman

[@erandalwillis5383]

See I'm young a 80s baby I didn't know until now how beautiful Ms Chapman is

[@Watusifarm]

I’m 44 soon. The more life I live the more this song matters to me. A grown ass man here with teary eyes.

[@CS-mt8yo]

41 and same

[@Eskewsme]

44

[@clemtwix]

Nothing can be better than someone who sings with their heart.

[@lynnbertron84]

That's Tracy

[@codycottingham130]

Perfect example is Eddie vedder the king of closing his eyes and going to another place while singing. Pearl jam on MTV unplugged is a good set.

[@salamanca1954]

@@lynnbertron84 I heard her on FM when that song came out. It was captivating.

[@emilymccarthy1]

Whole heartedly agree!

[@latinainthecity9648]

AMEN

[@KateStantonSings]

This is one of the best songs written. Period. So beautiful.

[@FACEYSHOTIT]

Underrated song

[@xtina1fan]

I agreee

[@austinmitchell8367]

Yup

[@fiachraodowd]

Goon

[@jorgea.r958]

Incredible performance.period

[@pineau5866]

Only in the darkness can you see the stars.

[@timothykayola2523]

Deep

[@jasonrossetta5203]

Love it

[@piercegalactic]

I’m stealing this. Beautiful

[@CodiJordan-mi3rp]

2024 and i would pay good money to see this live

[@mistermack4987]

Some heavy shit to stumble across on Christmas night 2020

[@Sosyso]

Algorithm is a hell of a thing

[@rickgibbon]

New year’s 2020

[@Sosyso]

@@rickgibbon happy new year

[@lolaadesina5362]

hope you're ok

[@brentgeiger8676]

Hope all is good. Life has a weird way of making things right. Keep truckin dont know ya it will be ok and i love ya

[@bestcoastsxmcp]

OMG I was at this show. My senior year of high school. Wow.

[@benji9088]

Doctor X so this is really nostalgic for you

[@poetjake]

We're you the one screaming?

[@poetjake]

@kirk I believe her

[@poetjake]

@kirk if I only had a time machine.

[@channel-eo2ci]

Well I was at this concert and I can vouch for mr.doctor X,he was there too so all you guys better stfu

[@Rash_Bixby]

Holy shit 😮 what a beautiful voice and soul ❤❤❤

[@september_sun_5848]

This is still the best version of this song 🎵 ❤

[@RosePreston6]

YEP!👍🏾

[@Jessicaxpineapple]

My twin brother passed away just a couple weeks ago, this song always brings me such bittersweet memories. He showed me this song, this version specifically. He loved it so much, he’d play it and sing along to it 24/7. He always smiled when he sang it, it was one of his absolute favorites. I can’t help but bawl my eyes out now when I hear it but at the same time it brings me so many wonderful memories. I miss you Jake. So much, I love you more than anything. Womb mates forever.

[@SnakierElm62]

He is still there and here he is watching over you he loves you don't be sad

[@mrdylanjoseph]

Womb mates forever! You must be heartbroken!

[@xerokewl537]

I lost my little brother a few years ago. I couldn't imagine if he was my twin. There is no describing the void it creates inside and out. I'm sorry for your & your families loss. I wish I could tell you it gets easier. Remember and tell the stories. Live, laugh and smile as much as you can.

[@virgilconner7884]

Wow. I’m sooo sorry I couldn’t imagine 💔 stay blessed brother

[@BassOutcast]

I'm sorry for your loss. Remember, that a part of him will always live on - through you. Your memories, your shared experiences, he will always be there - in your heart. Stay strong. And feel your feelings.

[@SD-qw9ut]

At the age of 14 I loved this song, and at 48 never fails to blow me away...lots of lessons hidden...

[@TheRetiredVeteran]

You are just a young pup.

[@nesne2167]

Same age, same for me.

[@cynthiatrejo7298]

Same !!!

[@dylannnnnnnnn]

I’m 14, 15 next week and I hope I remember this beautiful song as this is one of the best ones out there. This lady is so clever.

[@TheRetiredVeteran]

@@dylannnnnnnnn You are up early youngster. Just kidding. I hope you do too.

[@cyprianradomskiofficial]

How gentle her singing and this song is, it's enough to make me shivers all over my body and make me cry ❤

[@emg777]

2024 Grammys brought me here.... Tracy Chapman is an outstanding lyricist and performer.

[@Travelingsouljourney]

"I had a feeling that I belonged. I had a feeling that I could be someone" - those lyrics just twist my heart out.

[@bobbyjackson3377]

Chur my cousin

[@EarlPUnderwoodJr]

Same here.

[@benlove3590]

I don't feel the emotion in that lyric when the white guy sings it.

[@sosound2650]

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[@mrdashin8323]

The more new songs come out the more I listen to old music

[@murderyourlawn]

That is just part of getting older.

[@SalVille]

Here's your like because I feel the same way.

[@gerhardzeitler352]

Because they are the best👍

[@leeoffshore9859]

mr dashin agreed - they wrote songs to tell a story and make people feel and not just repeat the same verse over.

[@katemoody2701]

@@leeoffshore9859 hahahahah💯 true x

[@CRAZYCR1T1C]

Her voice is hauntingly good for this song.

[@bridgetbell4240]

Just extraordinary talent! Humble, beautiful, talented. Tracy you bring me to tears every time ❤

[@pierrelederrey6636]

No crazy lightshow, ton of musicians on a big stage here. Just an artist singing life with a guitar and an emotional voice. Such a talent !

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

perfect

[@MrRikkiRocket]

No auto tune needed either.

[@pennynickels5216]

Acoustic will always be my preference!

[@Improvise1013]

This. So special. So magical. So pure. Truly just as perfect as a live performance could be.

[@mariahconklin4150]

Now it's what $500 to go see an Elton John concert? I'll pass. What a joke.

[@camaronzeus6111]

This song is still in 2021 so powerful. Growing up in Portland Oregon both my parents were drug addicts, dad gone, and my mom in and out of jail. I grew up hard and fast, and worked hard to buy a fast car myself, to get out and see what it means to be living.

[@ppgang1694]

As a fellow ghetto kid this another song that helps me kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHTJgquYnbJ5mLc

[@ochajennifer1067]

♥️♥️

[@lukekennedy5438]

Keep your head up brother

[@ppgang1694]

@Goosecore everyone is entitled to their opinion but this song has been helping me deal with my dad's death

[@ppgang1694]

@Goosecore why does that matter it's the emotion behind a song that normally carries it

[@lilianaprina5991]

May 2024 I find this song to be fabulous. Tracy's best song....

[@kellyort1573]

I hear the first few notes of this song and I'm suddenly 18 again....so much respect for her and her incredible talent. 🥰

[@scootypuffjr9906]

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..

[@larrysmith2638]

Yep.

[@DJSlipstream1]

"That's life", beautifully captured.

[@stevenmacphee7368]

Perfectly said !

[@M_elliote34]

Larry Smith Dreams never truly die.

[@karimpaulrifaat3443]

2oo20

[@adampryor4662]

09/05/22 and this song still brings a grown man to tears....

[@dldmdani]

forte

[@tri7205]

about three weeks later and it's bringing a grown woman to tears My Friend. I know this feeling...

[@dannymartinez2126]

The individual below is stuck on gender rather than the experience of the human pain. Should the pain be greater or less felt if it were the different gender? Is one over the other more susceptible to the pain? I see a baby girl cry out in pain, I see the baby boy cry out in pain, what I truly see is the person, the human in pain. Refocus on the message of victory and celebrate the human endurance.

[@durkadurka1926]

@@dannymartinez2126 100% correct. Thank you

[@stevemazza6485]

True That

[@terri-b7492]

Nearly 36 years old this timeless classic ❤

[@2gbspace]

This song was my childhood, I had just learned making chocolates and baking and had the Fast Car. I did not cry so much back then :)

[@jonathanmeehan7453]

Listening Dec 4th, 2020. 32 years hits different

[@toreneighdough8345]

Same my friend. 2020 has been hell and this song has been the saving grace of my 2020

[@cjm7764]

Never got it. Maybe too young when it came out. But now i do. Listened a lot the past two weeks. Sometimes you grow into songs. I got blessed with this. Have a good bump in the road my friend. Life is funny 😏

[@janicecook6442]

December 8th for me, also 2020.

[@alexsandereastmond7036]

i listen to her every day and i was front row at hammerstein's ballroom nyc 08 09 amazing performance by tracy definitely check out joan armatrading if you love tracy

[@elliotcoyne7431]

❤️💯

[@cleotonk]

This song still rips my heart out every time I hear it 20 years later.

[@shellyross2881]

30 years!

[@dilipfrancis9907]

Amanda McKenna always inspiring

[@dilipfrancis9907]

Shelly Ross just gives us some love

[@mm-xk5wi]

30 years for me.

[@benmack9078]

Life to each there own love IS the only answer

[@onecompass7290]

still love her after all these years. this song is deep and heartbreaking. thank you Ms. Chapman 😘💜🦋

[@ohlmaxe]

this song always brings tears to my eyes. killer live cut!

[@35700Punk]

I’m crying thinking about the days my wife and I just would walk into the woods with a tent and camp gear in tow. Just to sit together, listen to music and talk about our dreams. I love her today more than then.

[@hammertime5849]

nice bro

[@willacantu2112]

Married a week after we met. 36 yrs and counting.

[@mewansmore]

i love this comment so much.

[@35700Punk]

We were married 5 years now with a 2 year old. The music and dreams are still good. Life’s even better. Much love to everyone.

[@AFKplayaz]

@@35700Punk much love back at ya man ❤️ keep being a legend, your the sort of folk a young person like me aspires to be. Happiness is obtainable, cheers

[@waiyakihinga]

If you're listening to Tracy just a few hours into 2022, I want to say that we should all live under one big roof and play our favorite songs for a lifetime. Love from Kenya!

[@joshking3677]

I agree would be the best time and a awesome way to kick 2022 off stay safe my brother. with love from Tennessee

[@benwmarsh]

here i am at 4am on new years day

[@frankeber6940]

Love back from Europe...

[@NiejakiZoxico]

I definitely agree. Much love from Poland

[@RaNzZRoWs]

🥰😍💕❤️

[@0Sirk0]

The way she plays, makes me think of this song as a lullaby. OMG her voice in the chorus is ethereal.

[@nicks3350]

Everything is so effortless for her. What a talent!

[@domingosnhamussua3070]

a message to the next generations: don´t let this masterpiece die

[@mindywilliams1225]

Music like this never dies!🙂

[@zachbarlow410]

I was born in 1995. Its crazy that this performance was 7 years before I was born

[@gurubjar]

@@zachbarlow410 as another person born in 1995 agreed. The quality, both from audio and video is so amazing. This is one of the songs I use to test out new speakers or headphones.

[@YNWAsings]

Justin Bieber did this song on acoustic a lot on his past tours so i think the song is safe for now ;)

[@jestice75]

It's been dead for more than 2 decades.

[@GabriellaWhitedH]

I can’t listen without crying

[@DonnaChamberson]

Leave tonight or live and die this way 🥺😔 🎶

[@lesserspottedmugwump.363]

KZbin’s recommended algorithm works. Sometimes. What a tune.

[@andrewgratrix326]

Excellent!, But what happens when the blue lights flash behind you and you are again going “Doh” 😞

[@pappafrita9269]

Me either

[@KamikazeELF]

this song makes my eyes wet

[@stevemorales4634]

Nobody else should sing this song!!!

[@lunes-1]

This Tracy chapman song made history.still make me 😢 cry in 2024🕊️🙌

[@elmoblatch9787]

Folks, if Tracy had stopped at this song she would have been a legend. It's that good. But no, she went on to write a whole lot of other great songs that will rip your heart straight out. Tracy Chapman is a living legend.

[@nathanielayeke7530]

True, don't know why some artists keep their songs and don't release them, just like Prince. I mean its more money, fame and legendary.

[@jwhammond1]

What are some others? I love this one but know her catalogue

[@marcstover4827]

Mr. Blatch, I'd appreciate a recommendation

[@IVIagicful]

Commenting to get a notification of the recommendation :)

[@g.shumway5925]

@@jwhammond1 "3,000 Miles" and "Changes", but I'm still learning more about her myself.

[@operachicken869]

This song hits different in the second half of your life...

[@jeffhamrick2016]

It sure does honey

[@jafredboatwright4246]

It sure does Rachel.

[@V9RW00RLD]

💘🥺

[@somiomer]

Exactly!!

[@2ndjoshua268]

Well put.

[@greg30ph]

Tracy reminds us that class struggle resonates way more powerfully than anything. Probably tons of (R) and (D) in this thread high-fiving unknowingly.

[@yv0nnesmith807]

Wow awesome vocals and guitar playing