Tracy Chapman - Fast Car Recorded Live: 12/4/1988 - Oakland Coliseum Arena - Oakland, CA More Tracy Chapman at Music Vault: Subscribe to Music Vault on KRplus: goo.gl/DUzpUF
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.
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.
@@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
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.
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.
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.
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
@@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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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!
@@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.
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
@@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.
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 ☘️🥊🇮🇪😢😢
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
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!!!
@@Jdhdvtfdhfxfhc 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.
@@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.
😢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
Listening to this song you have no choice but to connect with your emotions… her voice puts you in memory lane and that guitar carry’s you along for the ride
It’s truly is a haunting work of art. Haunting to imagine the exact scenario she lived through, but yet turned her life experiences into a work of art to show this world how beautiful life really can really be
It’s like getting punched in the face everytime. And yet everytime I listen start to finish. You know it will ruin you but it’s almost like you owe it to her to listen because of how beautiful it is. Truly beautiful.
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 🎩👏👌
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...
I've never heard a live version of this song before and the fact that it's acoustic is even better. It brought tears to my eyes to think that children still live this story today and this was performed back in 1988. I could really feel that this was not just a song but someone's story..... someone real
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 ❤️
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.
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.
@@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.
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.
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.
@@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
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
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!
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
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.
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 🤍
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
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
i felt that. same thing happened to gwen Stefani singing dont speak in 1997. theres a certain part where you can tell she loses touch with everything but the song amd all the band mates stop to look at her amd quickly shake it off in order not to fuck up. its actually amazing.
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..
i feel like when you check the comments and see someone say they've been struggling and whatever music helped them move on or heal or change, then you know it's good music.
Found it by accident and haven't heard it in years. The words alone have so much meaning but her voice, I mean her f*ckin voice. There is nothing like it. There is more emotion in this song than 1,000 modern songs.
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.
maybe you don't know that in italy there is a tracy chapman with a wonderful voice. listen to her below and let me know via comment if you liked her voice and the faithful arrangement of the song krplus.net/bidio/o5ukaV2Xn6mcZ5g&start_radio=1
@@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.
My wife and I seldom agree about music. We were in the car about a minute from home when this song began. I pulled into the driveway and neither of us got out, or said anything. We just listened. When it was over I had teared up and said, "That's one of the greatest songs ever written." I looked at her and she also had tears in her eyes and she said, "I agree."
Greetings from the edge of the Ozarks in the US, I know the Black Forrest well, spent many hours there when young. Absolute place of peace and wonder for me. Peace- mjb
No auto tune no computerize effects no half nude dressing just her guitar and her natrual vocals excellent stage performance this is true talent anyone agree with me.
@@onfoenemgrave You're about to graduate to second grade, right? Little turd. You go play with Your paper dolls and listen to the Justin Beaver RAP CRAP. Dumb kids of today missed out on the real music. Boo Hoo.
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.
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.
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.
She's is an absolute powerhouse of a human. When trauma meets drive it's unimaginable. What unreal talent. Storytelling, singing, guitar playing, performing. Just a true Icon. I love it!!!!!!
I lost my best friend because of suicide. I went through a tuff time. I was addicted to drugs and alcohol she was everything for me. I had a suicide attempt too but now 9 years later I am proud to tell that I am clean , that I have a job , that I found true love. This was her fav song. And every-time I hear it I remember her face, her smile and it just warms my heart. She would be proud of me. For me being someone. I miss her and love her. So you if you read this tell your loved ones you love them. You never know when it’s to late. Don’t take life so serious it’s get better with time. I love you
I don’t know you but I just want you to know even though I’m a stranger that I’m a happy for you and I hope you have more happiness in life and more strength to endure....ps random person be bless
Thanks for sharing your story. Music is a power thing. Find music that makes you happy and just escape into that song. I don’t know you or what your going through but just know that we love you for being you! Stay strong. Stay positive.
razerbhv91 ......precisely. This idiotic “Who’s still listening?” annoys the life out of me too. The fact that these utterly pointless comments gain thousands of “likes” when intelligent, informative and *interesting* comments often go unnoticed, is only one reason. Musically, there’s so much to discuss, I can’t believe any serious music-lover would ever ask such a banal thing.
Lord Byron what you said is really ignorant. if tracy chapman had this talent while also wearing skimpy clothes she wouldn't be less of an artist. black women, and all women should be allowed to express their art in their own way. tracy chapman's style was hers. as is the style of all the other black female artists you generalized. open up your fucking mind you rock of a person
I feel like this should legitmately be considered in the top 20 songs ever written. It is so incredibly evocative. No matter how many times you hear it, it makes you cry every time.
Imagine just being able to show up with nothing but your guitar and yourself and perform at this caliber. Wow.
That's all it should ever take.
I was thinking that too. She had the crowd rapt.
There are zero downs..
Perform *
Ed Sheeran does this now.
This song stopped me from committing suicide when I was 14.. I'm 32 and doing fine now.. thanks Tracy.. I love you
I love you too =)
Glad you are still here. Remember, there is always someone who cares. Dont ever to be afraid to reach out
Much love man.
@Ezmoney i feel you man but things wil get better day by day friend hang in there god bless you
I’m so proud of u good job ☺️
This lady is not given enough recognition for this absolute poem
She didn't wrote the lyrics, but sang them like an angel! ❤
@@FrigoboxtoeristNr82
Why lie? Chapman is the sole songwriter and owner of the publishing rights to the song.
@FrigoboxeristNr82 she did
The industry wants you to hear about cardi b robbing and selling her nasty cooch
@@FrigoboxtoeristNr82how do you not know that she is the one that wrote the song
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.
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.
Was about to say the same after reading / seeing the article earlier at work
@@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
Yeah, I'm a 90s kid this hits the soul
Copyright laws only last 25 years. This song is amazing.
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.
Thanks for your hard work :)
Happy (premature) Birthday! And stay safe out there
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.
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.
You contribution will never be taken for granted, thanks for all your hard work
One woman with a guitar and a million tears.
Bruh I thought this was a guy😂lmaoo
O,,
DEVANSHU GRG wait .... isn’t this a guy ???
@@devanshugrg9368 look a lil like Jimmy Butler gone acoustic
@@devanshugrg9368 aa you aa
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.
I agree and she cared about what really mattered.
Because she's very decent in everything and also a black woman that's why she's not considered a legend
@@BetterAde3 I would hope that wouldn't be the case, but society often lets me down.
@@BetterAde3Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, and Rihanna all prove you wrong. Nice race baiting attempt tho
still better than a lot of males
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
Me 😂❤
The original is so much better. Not hating on Luke, he has a good voice but it just hits harder when she sings it.
@@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.
Me Too ❤
🙋🏼♀️🙋🏼♀️🙋🏼♀️❤️❤️❤️
Damn this hits different as an adult
I was thinking the same thing and commented, scrolled down and it seems everyone feels the same way
Yes sir, it does. Could not have said it any better myself.
Well said
Yes fella, danm right, next music matafix big city life 🎶
so true
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.
haha I just watched a performance of a german singer where one of the top comments was nearly the same as yours :) krplus.net/bidio/p7mcep2FmpqYqYY
Well said...
Breaks your heart because its about the cycle of abuse but lifting that its optimistic in breaking it.
john finck 💯
I’ve never thought of it that way, but do you know what, you’re absolutely spot on.
How can a person write a whole movie in one song?? She's a genius. 💙
She wrote a lifetime.
“Leave tonight or live and die this way” literally hits me so hard every time. 🥺
It's rare that a live version of a song is better than the recorded version but this is absolutely one of those times
4real
The undeniable voice of an artist. Making waves.
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.
@@chrislogue2276 oh, come the fuck on!
"She's Gone" live
By Hall and Oats (70's version) is breathtaking
I would, in 2021, pay good money to hear this live.
YES
@@I3igTasty GOOD MONEY
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.
I’d pay anything to see this it’s so beautiful
Lots of it
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.
Me2 now I’m the only living survivor ❤
God bless
Who is still here 2024? God bless every one of you, don't give up!
Me, me, me...😃
Here! ✋️
present ...getting crazy again on this song last last night on Grammys
Here
God Bless you to ❤
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.
Sweet words. Thank you for stating that.
Very eloquently written comment.
thank you
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
❤ HVALA
memories, I was there that night.
Whoa!
Lucky you
You are very lucky man
LEON DONALD BERG I envy you, Leon. 😉
LEON DONALD BERG cool!!!!!
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.
You have it right
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
they dont make them like you anymore.
Well said and absolutely correct
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.
Best to you and your partner .
beautiful story
Wonderful story. Wishing you nothing but happiness. ❤️
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
Absolutely
True
TRUE.
Well said🤙🏽
Love this song 😍
This song hits harder the older I get. It says everything in so few words.
Why?
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!
I know right , like heignsight was a hammer .
@@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.
Exactly...
This woman was so far ahead of her time. One of the greats
Agree!
No flashing lights or glitzy dancers just emotion and quality.
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
Thats why he never made it big!
@@takoreamexicangrill Tracy did make it big, though. And Tracy is female.
@@alext8020 He probably made it big at home, was a bit much like a one-hit-wonder
good and bad.......
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 ❤
Truth.
Spot on
Sing it!!
What? This song is about over coming the life you were born in to.please listen to the words.
@@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.
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 ☘️🥊🇮🇪😢😢
So true
Not Irish but I got love for the good hearted Celtics 😉
im an irish/dutch ginger man and this song still hits hard. just turned 42.
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. 😂
Good.
Go
Buy it
who came here just to listen yo this masterpiece
Hello how are you doing?
Legit, one of the best songs ever written.
Totally, I grew up with this song and still listen to it, music like this is gold. Love it. Real people, real songs :)
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
Also Chris. Don't put yourself down my man. It's not the times to be doing that. Keep ya dmn head up
Sounds to me like I took a pill in Ibiza
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!!!
35 years on and still one of the greatest songs ever written
Might be the greatest
@@Jdhdvtfdhfxfhc 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.
@@theharshtruthoutthere Bot programmed by Nutter Christians.
Disregard this message.
Luv and Peace.
I agree. This song gives me the chills every time I hear it.
@@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.
😢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
I’m glad you’re ina better place mentally/emotionally now ❤️
Take care of yourself. Remember that you are loved.
Wishing you a prosperous year!
Listening to this song you have no choice but to connect with your emotions… her voice puts you in memory lane and that guitar carry’s you along for the ride
This song hits different in the second half of your life...
It sure does honey
It sure does Rachel.
💘🥺
Exactly!!
Well put.
Who are here in 2020 (2021 now) listening to this amazing song 32 (33) years later?
Edit: 2022 😅
almost everyday
👍🏼😎❤️
Me😎
Me in Ireland, as often as I can 😍
I only listen to bangers
It’s truly is a haunting work of art. Haunting to imagine the exact scenario she lived through, but yet turned her life experiences into a work of art to show this world how beautiful life really can really be
It’s like getting punched in the face everytime. And yet everytime I listen start to finish. You know it will ruin you but it’s almost like you owe it to her to listen because of how beautiful it is. Truly beautiful.
This is not Tracey’s story. She was in fact a student at Tufts University (Boston) when she wrote this song - she did NOT herself live this story.
2024 Grammys brought me here.... Tracy Chapman is an outstanding lyricist and performer.
She was just 22 years old here. Such talent, both lyrically and vocally!
24
Baby
i thought tracy chapman was a guy for a long time shame on me nevermind i still recognise the talent
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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 🎩👏👌
Same
Me just realizing this song is sung by a black woman!
If u have only listened to the song on the radio. You might not realize by her voice, she is very unique.
@Anjali Gupta ^
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
It's just raw, no affects etc., and that's why people can't stop listening....
one of the most beautiful songs ever written.
Keep on driven are lives
"I had a feeling I could be someone"
Literally crying 😢
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This song saved mine and my daughters lives. Gave me the courage to get out of a really bad situation. Thank God.
Stay strong hun:) Life goes on. You just need to go with it.
Hope you and your daughter are safe now
thats amazing stay strong girl. there is light at the end of dark days
Your daughter had a fast car?
This song gives some perspective on life and bad situations. Glad it has touched others. Take care.
You can see a kind soul in her eyes. It would be an honor to meet her.
Tracy Chapman is a woman
@@respekmaauthoritah9089 she is a woman moron.
@@clarissaubben7884 Bullshit.. Even a blind man can smell his testosterone
Shes shy as all get out but it would be cool
@@respekmaauthoritah9089 None to be found on you though, sweetie.
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...
I've never heard a live version of this song before and the fact that it's acoustic is even better. It brought tears to my eyes to think that children still live this story today and this was performed back in 1988. I could really feel that this was not just a song but someone's story..... someone real
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 ❤️
😪
Big love brother stay strong ❤
Stay strong brother ❤️
RIP Karen, you had great musical taste
Sorry for that loss.....
"You gotta make a decision, leave tonight or live and die this way" - What powerful words.
That really hits home.
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It hits home, I'm a recovering addict
Indeed. I love this song.
I want to like but you're at 500. Well gn bud.
Only in the darkness can you see the stars.
Deep
Love it
I’m stealing this. Beautiful
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.
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.
@@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.
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.
I envy you
Great voice
So so lucky you got to see this that’s awesome! I wish I could of been there 💜
❤
THANK YOU TRACY !!!
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.
nice bro
Married a week after we met. 36 yrs and counting.
i love this comment so much.
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.
@@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
This is still the best version of this song 🎵 ❤
YEP!👍🏾
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
You DO deserve better! Any abuse is unacceptable. Wishing you courage, safety and peace as you untangle your life from this person. ❤
🙏❤️
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!
Listen to Behind the walls by Tracy Chapman
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
I’m 44 soon. The more life I live the more this song matters to me. A grown ass man here with teary eyes.
41 and same
44
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.
Sorry to hear this stay strong
Blessed!
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 🤍
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
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
Purity at its finest level... still listening in 2019
DRINK WATER.
Truly beautiful
Luke Barton sane. Tracey is incredible.
forever.
In 2019 this performance would have backup dancers, trapeze artists and laser lights
I have never thought that Tracy Chapman got the recognition she deserves.
This is unbelievably powerful, & its a SOLO performance! Impressive beyond words. I love you, Tracy Chapman
Sometimes the universe stops and descends on a single person for a moment.
Beautiful!
What a beautiful thought!
Amen.
I had a feeling I belong...How power.
i felt that. same thing happened to gwen Stefani singing dont speak in 1997. theres a certain part where you can tell she loses touch with everything but the song amd all the band mates stop to look at her amd quickly shake it off in order not to fuck up. its actually amazing.
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..
Yep.
"That's life", beautifully captured.
Perfectly said !
Larry Smith Dreams never truly die.
2oo20
Why do I get so emotional listening to this song? Everytime. Any version. Gives me chills and hits me deep.
It's a cry out of the darkness of poverty therefore it has universal meaning.
Nothing can be better than someone who sings with their heart.
That's Tracy
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.
@@lynnbertron84 I heard her on FM when that song came out. It was captivating.
Whole heartedly agree!
AMEN
i feel like when you check the comments and see someone say they've been struggling and whatever music helped them move on or heal or change, then you know it's good music.
I'm from Belfast, Ireland, this album was massive here, still is! Everyone i grew up with could sing every song, word for word, from the album 💗
One of the all time rock songs backed up by several all time performances.
Holy shit 😮 what a beautiful voice and soul ❤❤❤
Imagine writing a song that so many people know, sing along to, cry to, relate to.. one of the best song ever and it's so simple.
Found it by accident and haven't heard it in years. The words alone have so much meaning but her voice, I mean her f*ckin voice. There is nothing like it. There is more emotion in this song than 1,000 modern songs.
This lady got more talent in her little finger some singers have got in there whole bodys
usually the best songs are the simplest. when you really have something, you don't need to overdue it with cliche lyrics and catchy hooks
talent
Phenomenal.
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.
As a fellow ghetto kid this another song that helps me krplus.net/bidio/nqeeg6iUmoSqk4Y
♥️♥️
Keep your head up brother
@Goosecore everyone is entitled to their opinion but this song has been helping me deal with my dad's death
@Goosecore why does that matter it's the emotion behind a song that normally carries it
Tracy is a ROCK STAR ! I'm 42 years old and she hooked me the first time I heard her sing this song 30 years ago. So classy and talented...
This Tracy chapman song made history.still make me 😢 cry in 2024🕊️🙌
Tracy Chapman. You'll never know how many times this song has got me through horrible places in my life. Thank you
maybe you don't know that in italy there is a tracy chapman with a wonderful voice. listen to her below and let me know via comment if you liked her voice and the faithful arrangement of the song
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Amen
Stay strong...
Bless your comment 💜 same here x100
Stay strong brother 💪
a message to the next generations: don´t let this masterpiece die
Music like this never dies!🙂
I was born in 1995. Its crazy that this performance was 7 years before I was born
@@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.
Justin Bieber did this song on acoustic a lot on his past tours so i think the song is safe for now ;)
It's been dead for more than 2 decades.
I hear the first few notes of this song and I'm suddenly 18 again....so much respect for her and her incredible talent. 🥰
Nearly 36 years old this timeless classic ❤
My wife and I seldom agree about music. We were in the car about a minute from home when this song began. I pulled into the driveway and neither of us got out, or said anything. We just listened. When it was over I had teared up and said, "That's one of the greatest songs ever written." I looked at her and she also had tears in her eyes and she said, "I agree."
Agree
I agree
Just a girl, a guitar -- and one of the best folk songs ever written.
FInally! 35 Years After Its Debut, Tracy Chapman's 'Fast Car' Wins a Song of the Year Award from the Country Music Awards.
Best greetings from the Black Forrest ❤
Greetings from the edge of the Ozarks in the US, I know the Black Forrest well, spent many hours there when young. Absolute place of peace and wonder for me. Peace- mjb
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"I had a feeling that I belonged. I had a feeling that I could be someone" - those lyrics just twist my heart out.
Chur my cousin
Same here.
I don't feel the emotion in that lyric when the white guy sings it.
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No auto tune no computerize effects no half nude dressing just her guitar and her natrual vocals excellent stage performance this is true talent anyone agree with me.
Why couldnt this be Superbowl half time show!?¡¿ :/
Okay boomer
@@StJimmy27 righto grub
Shut the fuck up boomer.
@@onfoenemgrave You're about to graduate to second grade, right? Little turd. You go play with Your paper dolls and listen to the Justin Beaver RAP CRAP. Dumb kids of today missed out on the real music. Boo Hoo.
How gentle her singing and this song is, it's enough to make me shivers all over my body and make me cry ❤
The world needs to be more like this. God did not create us to hate each other but to love and lift each other up.
AMEN TO THAT
At the age of 14 I loved this song, and at 48 never fails to blow me away...lots of lessons hidden...
You are just a young pup.
Same age, same for me.
Same !!!
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.
@@dylannnnnnnnn You are up early youngster. Just kidding. I hope you do too.
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.
He is still there and here he is watching over you he loves you don't be sad
Womb mates forever! You must be heartbroken!
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.
Wow. I’m sooo sorry I couldn’t imagine 💔 stay blessed brother
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.
Tracy reminds us that class struggle resonates way more powerfully than anything. Probably tons of (R) and (D) in this thread high-fiving unknowingly.
One of the most haunting riffs ever
She's is an absolute powerhouse of a human. When trauma meets drive it's unimaginable. What unreal talent. Storytelling, singing, guitar playing, performing. Just a true Icon. I love it!!!!!!
When I first listened to her, I thought it was a middle-aged white man.
I lost my best friend because of suicide. I went through a tuff time. I was addicted to drugs and alcohol she was everything for me. I had a suicide attempt too but now 9 years later I am proud to tell that I am clean , that I have a job , that I found true love. This was her fav song. And every-time I hear it I remember her face, her smile and it just warms my heart. She would be proud of me. For me being someone. I miss her and love her. So you if you read this tell your loved ones you love them. You never know when it’s to late. Don’t take life so serious it’s get better with time. I love you
Thanks for sharing your story. Stay strong - Here's a virtual **hug** from me.
I love you to mah brother
I don’t know you but I just want you to know even though I’m a stranger that I’m a happy for you and I hope you have more happiness in life and more strength to endure....ps random person be bless
Thanks for sharing your story. Music is a power thing. Find music that makes you happy and just escape into that song. I don’t know you or what your going through but just know that we love you for being you! Stay strong. Stay positive.
you story is one that is riveting. It is your testimony glad you’re still here with us 🤗
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 :)
Tracy Chapman is my Roman Empire. She's the most beautiful woman in the World to me
Jeez, stop asking who's here in 2020, dude, we never left
razerbhv91 ......precisely. This idiotic “Who’s still listening?” annoys the life out of me too. The fact that these utterly pointless comments gain thousands of “likes” when intelligent, informative and *interesting* comments often go unnoticed, is only one reason. Musically, there’s so much to discuss, I can’t believe any serious music-lover would ever ask such a banal thing.
Linda Jones so annoying. Like fuck off good music will never die
Linda Jones sorry, the fuck off was for them, not you !!! Lol
This version is always better then the original
I was dragged up through the 80's, best music decade ever 😎😎😎
I laughed when I was kid, now I'm 46, and I can't make it through without crying. Haunting and beautiful
If I may ask, why did you laugh as a kid? I get that kids can misinterpreted but I’m just curious. Hope you’re doing okay now though.
I'm very happy for you not too many people can get over and be like you be happy. I love
So true. I use to think it was funny “fast car” as an adult. Wow. Big difference
2023 & still one of the best storytelling songs I’ve ever heard.
Beautiful/ effortless
I remember ‘88 being a lost teenager and this song giving me hope to keep trying 🙏🏽
Thank you
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 !
perfect
No auto tune needed either.
Acoustic will always be my preference!
This. So special. So magical. So pure. Truly just as perfect as a live performance could be.
Now it's what $500 to go see an Elton John concert? I'll pass. What a joke.
How can anyone dislike this. She's so pure and beautiful.
Uncultured swine. Mad at their parents prob
Stuck in my head for years
She ?? Damn !
When I was a kid, I didn't know if she was a man or woman. And it never mattered. This is beautiful.
So true...dem dreads
One of the most beautiful chord progressions of all time
Just got entered into the Australian Country music hall of fame after all these years. ❤❤
Can you hear that crowd? They are literally stunned during the whole performance. No cameras, no idiots shouting just listening.
KnowlesKnows bruh no cameras besides the one we're watching this thru lmao
@@PartyLikeRobots you do understand they meant people being on their phones?
Steven Russell ever heard of sarcasm?
Lord Byron what you said is really ignorant. if tracy chapman had this talent while also wearing skimpy clothes she wouldn't be less of an artist. black women, and all women should be allowed to express their art in their own way. tracy chapman's style was hers. as is the style of all the other black female artists you generalized. open up your fucking mind you rock of a person
Steven Russell probably largely do to the zero cell phones in existence in 1988
I feel like this should legitmately be considered in the top 20 songs ever written. It is so incredibly evocative. No matter how many times you hear it, it makes you cry every time.
Amen
It is complete unto itself. Hopeless and hopeful at the same time.
As I get older and further away from my youth, this song becomes more important to me.
Top10 lyrics easy
Top 6-8 all-time
This song hits so hard truly a classic
An all time classic song and performance