According to a report from Variety, Tracy Chapman, who is not frequently seen in public, may be making a special appearance at the 2024 Grammy Awards where she will be performing with Luke Combs.
According to insiders, Variety has revealed that Chapman and Luke Combs will perform "Fast Car" together. The song, originally released in the late '80s by Chapman, tells the story of a couple trying to break free from poverty. Despite its age, Combs included a cover of the song on his Gettin' Old album in 2023, which helped it reach the top of the country radio charts.
If Chapman decides to perform at the Grammys, it will be unexpected and probably one of the most discussed moments of the evening. Reports suggest that she has only appeared on camera three times since 2009, when she finished her last tour.
Combs has openly expressed his desire to perform "Fast Car" with the original songwriter and singer. Despite his country cover reaching No. 1, his team stated that there are currently no plans for a collaboration with Chapman. However, they mentioned that he would be thrilled if the chance to perform together ever came up.
Even though she has not been in the spotlight much during the song's comeback, Chapman has released a few statements showing her support for Combs' success with "Fast Car." When the song reached No. 1 on the country charts, she expressed her happiness for Combs and appreciation for a new group of fans enjoying her song. She mentioned that she did not anticipate being on the country charts, but feels honored to be included.
During the 2023 CMA Awards in November, "Fast Car" received the Song of the Year award. This award is given specifically to songwriters, and in this case it went to Chapman, who became the first Black woman to win the CMA Song of the Year as the sole songwriter. Chapman was not present at the ceremony, but a message from her was read out loud from the stage after her win was announced.
"I regret not being able to attend tonight. It is a great honor for my song to receive recognition after 35 years since it was first released. I am grateful to the CMAs, Luke, and all the fans of 'Fast Car'."
The song "Fast Car" by Combs has been nominated for Best Country Solo Performance at the Grammys this year. This nomination is his seventh at the ceremony, and if he wins, it will be his first Grammy award.
The 2024 Grammy Awards will be held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California on Sunday, February 4, 2024. The event will be shown on CBS and can also be watched live on Paramount+.
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