Tracy Chapman - Talkin' Bout a Revolution (Later Archive)

Tracy Chapman performs Talkin' Bout a Revolution on Later... with Jools Holland.
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[@lagartijoazul75]

We all need a Tracy Chapman's Tiny Desk Concert.

[@clarkclarke]

Indeed 🌟

[@lisaknell1809]

Yes!!!

[@ashd782]

ABSOLUTELY!

[@savingJobutupaki]

Yes!!!!!

[@DanielGennaro]

I found this by googling “what happened to Tracy Chapman,”. I can’t believe she made this performance wow. I love how’s she pretty reclused and in her own words shy so she refrains from the spotlight. She actually said she never sought out the limelight lol just goes to show when a gift is deep in someone’s soul man is it beautiful. She’s the female Bob marley of our era. Just by way of songs with such heartfelt emotional impact and poetic power to them. I love how she flows with the music so much like it emanates from her

[@HaythamTrueheartH]

Beautifully written ❤🎉

[@amysmith7589]

One of her best heartfelt tunes, perfection

[@trumpstinyhands]

She grew older and more beautiful despite the grey. Remarkable lady ❤

[@JJJohnsom]

She does a song with Clapton too. Give Me One Reason.

[@jimcochrane4679]

An Anglo Saxon Country music singer used her song, because he understood the brilliance of the energy, and sang it. The followers experienced nothing but the truth and energy of the song. They experienced empathy. It’s become a top hit now that a cowboy hat in the club expressed her energy. That’s the story. I am suffering, too. I hurt, too. I want tomorrow to be a better place than the place I am in now. It’s really not that complicated. Tracy is Bitchin’ cool and we want more of her soul displayed in the arena. Courage, Tracy💪🏻

[@saandayy8861]

The background musicians seem so proud to be playing with her. What a beautiful voice.

[@batpudding1742]

i noticed this too! the admiration whilst looking at her

[@DanielGennaro]

For sure

[@kjrey9878]

My thought exactly.

[@mac1975]

Why wouldn’t you? Imagine. She is a genius ❤

[@vanessarealrose5919]

This Album was one of the best to ever grace this earth!

[@matthewdubay1180]

The album is sublime. Long drive with dad, Tracy in the CD player. Good times

[@donweb3d77]

No doubt!

[@superlivliv4619]

YES SIR EE LOVE IT ❣️ I WAS SO LUCKY TO SEE HER ALMOST TOTALLY SOLO, ONÆY ME AND MY MOM, 5 YEARS OLD INFRONT OF THE CHIRTS IN ROSKILDE, DENMARK. WHEN SHE PROMOTED THIS ALBUM FOR THE WHOLE WORLD IN 1990❣️ I'LL NEVER EVER FORGET THAT SPECIAL MOMENT WITH THE 3 OF US😌😌🥰🥰🥰☀️☀️☀️👏👏👏⭐🙏⭐😇💝💝🌹🌹🌹❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@vanessarealrose5919]

@@superlivliv4619 You are so lucky! that is awesome and what amazing memories that must be. :) ❣️

[@Casmoo1]

Absolutely

[@lisaknell1809]

Tracy played this song at the Nelson Mandela Birthday Tribute back in 1988. One woman, one guitar and a whole stadium full of people. What a performance and what a talented lady! ❤

[@clarkclarke]

Just watched it again ... So beautiful 🥲

[@zakiahart3919]

Just watched it! How brave she was to do that . One voice and her guitar out there bare like that. What a talent what a gift.

[@thejuggler42]

Legendary songwriting aside, it blows my mind that Tracy's vocals in live performances can be studio album quality, every time. Best folk singer of our generation.

[@BurningBushPedagogy]

Yes exactly what am saying, this even better than the vocals on the album, wow

[@markusw2915]

She looks the same like 24 years ago , amazing woman

[@user-qw5nd7il3f]

Tracy chapman is a genuine example of pure talent that never went to her head. So very much underrated as a singer / songwriter, don’t make artists like this anymore - she’s exceptional imo

[@imamgunanto3685]

It's not just a song It's a message

[@sioncoxall]

Very true

[@teubks]

Timeless, classic, universal storytelling. Amazing music.

[@regscott5545]

Album was gold when it was released thanks to Luke combs for re releasing her to younger people my hope is that younger people realize a revolution is us against our leaders and civil war is us against each other which is exactly what they want remember we're in this together together they want to divide us stay strong and love each other each other Latin definition of government is to govern or to rule the men . Much love ❤️ to all

[@marthalisk303]

It's a masterclass of music with a message.

[@jessm587]

A song that hasn't lost relevance since is was written. Poor people are going to rise up ✊

[@francescaromanagarroni6524]

Music like this is out of time, universal, eternal, ever lasting...this is music 💚

[@elainemccarthy2272]

Breaks my heart: don't you know, this song came out in 1988; still needs to happen!

[@ard6016]

That's what gets me the most 😢

[@zyxw2024]

The powers that be will do whatever to hold onto power. They even shut down the Arab Spring/global Occupy Wall Street.

[@firefighter942]

Wow, what a class act. A song that has lasted the years and seems relevant today.

[@frankyzee]

If I hadn't met my wife of 40 years, I would have found a way to propose to Tracy Chapman. What a beautiful human being with the voice of an angel. Feeling blessed to be graced with her music and amazing voice.

[@zyxw2024]

I feel my young self taking to the streets like I did in yesterday's gone by. The struggles continue, never ceasing. Revolt/Revolution.

[@giovannigino3675]

The best female voice ever recorded

[@alexsandereastmond7036]

i was lucky enough to have seen her front row at hammerstein's ballroom nyc 08 best concert ever hope all is well

[@michombazo1862]

A gift to the world, my favourite artist, will never tire listening to her music ❤

[@happybalaga4716]

my dad sent me this album about a month ago, and she instantly became one of my favourite artists

[@KaylaCorrine17]

You have an amazing dad. ❤ My dad introduced me to Tracy Chapman too. ❤

[@jamesbotha5360]

This is such a beautiful song. Every time I hear her voice I kinda wanna cry

[@DReed1945]

The woman with one of the most soothing voices but loudest lyrics lit us up in the 90s. We’ve missed her.

[@olaa5534]

I came across Tracy Chapman in 2001 when I was working in Youth Hostel Association (YHA) in London King Cross as a Security guard. One of the best album I ever had and owned.

[@zyxw2024]

Kings Cross. I trust you were fair working as a security guard.

[@rangelpl]

what a voice! Her first record was absolutely amazing, really impacted me as a teenager. These songs are part of my life. It's very emotional listening to them again.

[@Nehway]

I just wanna meet her one time. At a chill, plant-draped coffee shop with lots of natural light, talking about feelings and poetry music and her story and mine. Like damn. I wasn’t alive during her rise but she feels like my godmother.

[@patriarch3056]

Tracy chapman is a legend, an absolute treasure

[@RalfMtr]

This woman has such a beautiful and melancholic voice... love her!

[@hamzachairiofficiel]

Woman!!!! I see the man there 🤥

[@crystalgrace289]

@@hamzachairiofficiel then you better go to the doctor cause it seems both your eyes and brain are not working

[@skunkjobb]

@@hamzachairiofficiel Then it's something seriously wrong with you.

[@hamzachairiofficiel]

@@crystalgrace289 Fact she has a thick voice and her face is big face like mine or my brother's face plus i saw her pictures with sport clothes her arms are so big like a box champion.

[@hamzachairiofficiel]

@@skunkjobb I can say that she sounds definitely like a man singing

[@lindakapp]

This makes me so sentimental for times gone by, yet relevant right now.

[@axltosco]

This song always makes me emotional no matter how many times I listen to it

[@Barby97005]

Tracy, please keep making and playing your music! We miss you!

[@witchiepierre8549]

This woman’s talent is raw/pure, and she’s beautiful inside and out. She’s the best

[@theone9224]

I watched her performing in front of 60k people just with her guitar. She IS the music like MJ was. And he liked her very much, he even told me 26 years ago.

[@joaniejenkins793]

This woman has the voice of an angel..this song is so relevant in 2020..One of my all time favorite female vocalists!

[@jamnmikefx]

What I would give to see Tracey perform again, just her and the guitar would be perfect. One of the most beautiful voices in the world

[@christianagyeman410]

Let's relive the good days of quality music, let's learn from her before it's too late to find her.

[@virginiakeagle3346]

Melotical, ahead of her time. Timeless and real. Talks about real life, like a whisper. Beautiful.

[@mac1975]

I want to see her live before I die

[@chrisserong4966]

What a magnificent version!! I love how Tracy has slowed it down a little.

[@jam1984]

TC, boy when that album came out in 1988 everyone ran to the record store and I bought it just to see how talented this woman is One of the best concept songs being sung

[@peterkennelly7011]

In this crazy world 2020, her songs are even more relevant. God bless this lady

[@zappababe8577]

I remember a friend of mine listened to Tracy Chapman's first album and it made her cry - genuinely moving music. So beautiful. She can perform in front of an entire arena, just her, her compositions, her guitar playing and her beautiful voice - and she has them all spellbound. That's talent.

[@ThePinkDaises]

I love this version. The power of the electric guitar really heightens the song.

[@TracyChapman-thecomeback2024]

And she appears again after years to brighten our eyes. A crowd around the world was waiting for this return, but we know it will be in her own way and at her time, because Tracy Chapman is far above our vain will. Her songs are not current but they are Truly what the world needs to hear in these days where the fight for freedom comes down to what the powerful think and put into practice as laws, as if all we need are their opinions. Let us praise the beauty and purity of this woman while we still have the opportunity. I love you Tracy Chapman.

[@SisterFromAnotherPlanet]

I actually feel those songs could have been written today, sadly. They are timeless

[@TracyChapman-thecomeback2024]

@@SisterFromAnotherPlanet I don't know anyone who has a perception of the world that matches Tracy. But who knows, another artist might emerge like her, but they will never come close to her talent and uniqueness.

[@chrisserong4966]

You know what greatness is....just look at how excited all of the guys playing alongside her are.

[@reviewswork5796]

If I could see her live I would feel so honoured !!!

[@kevwalsh3675]

God bless Tracey chapman this song is such an inspiration to so many people! A Revolution is what we really need Right now to bring the elite organisations down 🤔

[@nobodyknows8560]

Absolutely. This song is incredibly motivating 🤍

[@matthewsands3591]

The Nations of Sanity project presents the solution for a proper revolution. Check it out.

[@markvaars37]

I would give my whole paycheck to see her serious!! Tracy and her music is incredible ❤️

[@pewlady]

I miss her so much! Her music was such a gift.

[@marthalisk303]

I've listened to this dozens of times. There just aren't enough words to describe how much I love Tracy's voice and writing artistry.

[@horroraugogo]

I keep listening to this song too❤

[@priscillahonkemetsemookets3407]

This song is more relevant this year of 2021 going forward... It is time for revolution. Tables are turning.

[@kellyteasdale8252]

We grew up with this song. Both of us still love it now. Her voice has not changed at all.

[@ellenanderson2793]

This song came to mind for me last year in 2020 and continues appropriate today. I hold songs in my heart. They surface especially when their lyrics and emotions apply to current challenges. I believe the "Revolution," from peace loving Tracy Chapman, is talking about a peaceful revolution, one that will bring about social justice, human heart core needs being met, and a wave of understanding for everyone about the responsibility, persistence, and urgency that's needed now. It's time for the ugly vanity, misuse of power, and hatred towards others to be called out. I agree we need a revolution=MAJOR CHANGE to ensure the survival of the Good & Beauty that is the planet Earth & all of its people we are fighting for right where we live.

[@willgoodall1529]

Still as relevant today as when it was first written

[@Viper-jk2pf]

She doesn't age....What an amazing woman...❤❤❤

[@evilmuppet732]

When people talk about artists or celebrities setting good examples or inspiring people and children, look up towards and admire strong and inspiring women like Tracy Chapman.

[@papotorres9064]

AMAZING TRACY , I AM IN LOVE , THE OLDER YOU GET THE BETTER . HATS OFF , ALFRED NYC .

[@Sapotequeen]

Absolutely amazing to watch and hear this. To have unlimited access to this woman’s discography is such a huge honor

[@didi1031]

Have been binge watching on KZbin her different interpretations of this song over the years. Only getting better 👍👍👍👍

[@cliffroberts666]

A master of her trade and right on to boot!

[@alexg6374]

Im learning this song in guitar, but I cannot sing along, too difficult for me. Music just flow through this divine soul of hers. Love you for ever, Tracy!

[@FCox-cy2zq]

LORD her voice....sends me!!! Nothing like it, THANK YOU Tracy and please sing more to us! We need you!

[@truthseeker5642]

Incredible song! Tracy is truly amazing! All I can say is wow!

[@joaolourenco4553]

Such a beautiful solid voice singing meaningful lyrics... the world needs more of this.

[@jfalan]

What a pure talent

[@veniecewilliams564]

2023 still here listening..

[@alphachicsuc1178]

Here in 2024….

[@rasaecnai]

She still got it. All the good of humanity has to offer in a voice.

[@kerrianderson1365]

Wow wow factor 10how she radiates beauty and the mssge is extroardinare sign of the times I love this lady

[@nicksimpson4058]

The talent to be able to sing live like this is out of this world. Her performance for the 1988 Nelson Mandela birthday bash is unequivocally brilliant. I always tell my younger siblings and relatives that if they want to listen to real, live, genius music, listen to Tracy's album

[@ednaalves9908]

Very good to hear your beautiful songs Tracy Chapman, full exhales love Tracy Chapman...

[@sibelyolu6264]

her voice gives me hope for my ...

[@stevenking6129]

She is a gift. I’ve loved her since the late 80s. Pay attention to these lyrics. ❤

[@amangogna68]

Great song and amazing singer !

[@jarabotelho5275]

All this time later, she’s still got it 👍🏽

[@glennalexander220]

The most influential album of the 90's! Powerful lyrics delivered by an amazing woman

[@Gra100]

Tracy's voice and lyrics are brilliant. This album is so so relevant all the time!

[@bobbyb.4468]

those arms of salvations gets me every time.

[@whoisbhauji]

such a superb version!

[@veezienhamoruhwande99]

I have goosebumps❤

[@AlemayeuTesema]

TRACY IS THE BEST WOMAN IN THE WORLD

[@Mercuricmike]

I literally just heard about this song a couple of days ago and then there’s a new performance like this that pops up.

[@jhogan1960]

Dude it is a consummate performance. Her message is off, though...

[@YourSisterKennedy]

She used to sing in Harvard square when I was in graduate school (I went to BU but lived in Cambridge and Somerville). I think she was at Tufts.

[@DLUV24]

I still find her performance at wimbley in 88 to be her best ! National treasure. What a powerful lyric.

[@timothygathings1531]

This is for all the people who think this world belongs to them only ...by the way I know Tracy is a great advocate for change I want to hear her speak

[@bettypierce552]

Sister Tracy Chapman voice to me is like A river flowing deep in to streams. Beautiful ❤😂🎉😮😢😅

[@kathybelk5478]

I had forgotten about this song she wrote. Her gorgeous voice goes straight to my heart and soul ❤

[@MonikaJilg-taadou]

Das ist einer der schönsten Musik die ich je gehört habe

[@bluecloudrevs6383]

Love and peace for this beautiful lady xxx

[@dellasimmons966]

I just Looove her !!

[@desdermoaner809]

simply exceptional talent

[@caradavies3129]

What a tune! 4 chord rock n roll.

[@musclebull]

Love this so much. Tracy keeps getting even better.

[@josianeagathe7450]

Grande artiste célèbre tracy chapmam merci bokou pour tout 🎸🎸👍👏👏💕🎶😘👍

[@melissagrobler7588]

When can we get this legendary person in South Africa to start the revolution 🇿🇦💚

[@portcullis5622]

Great song and a wonderful voice. I think that is Butch from The Eels on drums.

[@thrillhausen8858]

More relevant now as ever.

[@Bugsy0333]

Amazing with tears !

[@tamikamcfarlaneleadon7507]

Thank you Tracy Chapman you are Awesome

[@tasetihasante6331]

SHE IS AS BEAUTIFUL AS HER MUSIC

[@luciadefatimamaciel8044]

eu amo muito esse anjo desejo muita saude e vida longa para ela e sua familia ❣❣❣❣❣❣

[@luciadefatimamaciel8044]

obrigado ela é um anjo eu amo todos que sâo seus fâs saude e vida longa pra vc sua familia e tracy.. ❤❤❤

[@Thelma2210]

Quel talent, quelle voix ! Elle est juste magnifique

[@makeyourself1988]

I hope she comes back.