According to a report from Variety, there is a possibility that Tracy Chapman will make a rare public appearance at the 2024 Grammy Awards, where she will be performing alongside Luke Combs.
According to insiders, Chapman and Luke Combs are set to perform together on stage, singing "Fast Car," which was a popular folk-pop song by Chapman in the late 1980s. The song tells the story of a couple trying to break free from poverty. Combs included a cover of the song on his Gettin' Old album in 2023, and it quickly became a hit on country radio.
If Chapman does decide to perform at the Grammys, it will be a significant and unexpected moment that is sure to generate a lot of buzz. 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 recording artist. Despite his team stating that there are currently no plans for a collaboration with Chapman, they mentioned that Combs would be thrilled if the opportunity presented itself in the future.
Although she has kept a low profile since the song "Fast Car" gained popularity, Chapman has made a few statements in support of Combs' success with the song. When the song reached No. 1 on the country charts, she expressed happiness for Combs and gratitude for a new group of fans who are enjoying her song. She mentioned that she never anticipated being on the country charts, but she is proud to be included.
During the 2023 CMA Awards in November, the song "Fast Car" was awarded Song of the Year. This award is specifically for songwriters, so it was given to Chapman, who became the first Black woman to win CMA Song of the Year as the sole songwriter. Chapman was not present at the ceremony but sent a message to be read on her behalf after her win was announced.
I apologize for not being able to attend tonight. I feel honored that my song is being recognized again after 35 years since it was first released. A big thank you to the CMAs, Luke, and all the fans of "Fast Car."
Combs' song "Fast Car" has been nominated for Best Country Solo Performance at the Grammy Awards this year. This nomination is his seventh at the awards show. If he wins, it will be his first Grammy award.
The 2024 Grammy Awards are scheduled to take place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California on February 4, 2024. The event will be televised on CBS and available for live streaming on Paramount+.
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