Tracy chapman biography singer songwriters contest

American singer-songwriter (born )

This article is about the singer. For her debut album, see Tracy Chapman (album).

Tracy chapman biography singer songwriters contest

For the actress, see Tracy Nicole Chapman.

Musical artist

Tracy Chapman (born March 30, ) is an American singer-songwriter, widely known for her hit singles "Fast Car" () and "Give Me One Reason" ().

She was signed to Elektra Records by Bob Krasnow in ^[1] The following year she released her debut album, Tracy Chapman, which became a commercial success, boosted by her appearance at the Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute concert, and was certified 6× Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.

The album received six Grammy Award nominations, including one for Album of the Year, three of which she won: Best New Artist, Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for her single "Fast Car", and Best Contemporary Folk Album. In , she released her second album, Crossroads, which earned her an additional Grammy Award nomination f