Tracy Chapman Makes History with CMA Song of the Year Win for 'Fast Car'

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Tracy Chapman's iconic song "Fast Car" has won the Song of the Year award at the Country Music Awards, making her the first Black songwriter to receive this honor. The song, originally released in 1988, gained renewed popularity after Luke Combs covered it. Combs also won Single of the Year for his rendition of "Fast Car." Chapman expressed gratitude for the recognition and thanked Combs and her fans. The success of Combs' cover has introduced a new generation to Chapman's music, and there is anticipation for her potential Grammy Award nominations.
- 35 Years After Its Debut, Tracy Chapman's 'Fast Car' Wins a Song of the Year Award The New York Times
- Tracy Chapman wins CMA Award for ‘Fast Car’ decades years after first released CNN
- Tracy Chapman celebrates landmark CMA win WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland
- Tracy Chapman becomes first Black songwriter to win Song of the Year in CMA Awards' 56-year history Yahoo Entertainment
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