Tracy Chapman and Luke Combs.Photo:Kevin Winter/GettyLuke Combsgave Grammys viewers a tear-jerking surprise when hebrought outTracy Chapmanto duet on her song, “Fast Car,” at Sunday night’s awards show. His cover of the song — which was initially released in 1988 — earned the North Carolina native a nomination for best country solo performance at this year’s ceremony.“When I was 5 years old, my dad and I would be in his truck, and he would always play music for me. He had a Tracy Chapman cassette tape, and ‘Fast Car’ is one of the first songs I remember,“he previously told PEOPLE. “I’ve always been a huge fan of it and think of my dad and our time together when I hear it.“With the songcharting again, it’s clear that Combs isn’t the only one who’s super fond of the sweet ballad. In fact, several other musicians have also offered up their own renditions ofChapman’s hit.From Justin Bieber to Sam Smith, here are singers who’ve covered “Fast Car.“01of 07Luke Combs"That song, ‘Fast Car,’ it was my favorite song before I even knew what a favorite song was,” Combs said in hisGrammys video packageduring the show.He continued, “I’ve been playing that song since I could play guitar, so when I went into the studio to record my most recent record, which wasGettin' Old,I was like, ‘What if we just did this cover of ‘Fast Car’ just because I wanna do it?’ ““Tracy has obviously written one of the best songs for a few generations,” he said, praising Chapman’s songwriting skills.02of 07Justin BieberJustin Bieberalso performed a moving acoustic version of the song during his session on BBC Radio 1’sIn the Live Loungeback in 2016.03of 07Sam SmithSam Smithput a sultry spin on the heartwarming ballad for their cover of “Fast Car,” which also took place onIn the Live Loungein 2016.04of 07KhalidIt wasKhalid’sturn at the wheel as he covered the song on the same show in 2018. For his performance, the singer brought his famous aching R&B vocals to the song, which only made it that much more heart-wrenching.05of 07PassengerEnglish singer-songwriter Michael David Rosenberg — known professionally as Passenger — gave a folksy take to the song when he covered it in 2017. To date, his YouTube version has gleaned a whopping 5.4 million views.06of 07Black PumasThe Black Pumas delivered a spirited rendition of the song when they appeared onThe Late Show with Stephen Colbertback in 2020. Their cover was also featured on the deluxe edition of their debut album.07of 07Boyce AvenueNoted cover band Boyce Avenue tapped Kina Grannis for their version of “Fast Car.” Posted in 2010, their video has amassed 86 million views over the years.
Tracy Chapman and Luke Combs.Photo:Kevin Winter/Getty
Kevin Winter/Getty
Luke Combsgave Grammys viewers a tear-jerking surprise when hebrought outTracy Chapmanto duet on her song, “Fast Car,” at Sunday night’s awards show. His cover of the song — which was initially released in 1988 — earned the North Carolina native a nomination for best country solo performance at this year’s ceremony.“When I was 5 years old, my dad and I would be in his truck, and he would always play music for me. He had a Tracy Chapman cassette tape, and ‘Fast Car’ is one of the first songs I remember,“he previously told PEOPLE. “I’ve always been a huge fan of it and think of my dad and our time together when I hear it.“With the songcharting again, it’s clear that Combs isn’t the only one who’s super fond of the sweet ballad. In fact, several other musicians have also offered up their own renditions ofChapman’s hit.From Justin Bieber to Sam Smith, here are singers who’ve covered “Fast Car.“01of 07Luke Combs"That song, ‘Fast Car,’ it was my favorite song before I even knew what a favorite song was,” Combs said in hisGrammys video packageduring the show.He continued, “I’ve been playing that song since I could play guitar, so when I went into the studio to record my most recent record, which wasGettin' Old,I was like, ‘What if we just did this cover of ‘Fast Car’ just because I wanna do it?’ ““Tracy has obviously written one of the best songs for a few generations,” he said, praising Chapman’s songwriting skills.02of 07Justin BieberJustin Bieberalso performed a moving acoustic version of the song during his session on BBC Radio 1’sIn the Live Loungeback in 2016.03of 07Sam SmithSam Smithput a sultry spin on the heartwarming ballad for their cover of “Fast Car,” which also took place onIn the Live Loungein 2016.04of 07KhalidIt wasKhalid’sturn at the wheel as he covered the song on the same show in 2018. For his performance, the singer brought his famous aching R&B vocals to the song, which only made it that much more heart-wrenching.05of 07PassengerEnglish singer-songwriter Michael David Rosenberg — known professionally as Passenger — gave a folksy take to the song when he covered it in 2017. To date, his YouTube version has gleaned a whopping 5.4 million views.06of 07Black PumasThe Black Pumas delivered a spirited rendition of the song when they appeared onThe Late Show with Stephen Colbertback in 2020. Their cover was also featured on the deluxe edition of their debut album.07of 07Boyce AvenueNoted cover band Boyce Avenue tapped Kina Grannis for their version of “Fast Car.” Posted in 2010, their video has amassed 86 million views over the years.
Luke Combsgave Grammys viewers a tear-jerking surprise when hebrought outTracy Chapmanto duet on her song, “Fast Car,” at Sunday night’s awards show. His cover of the song — which was initially released in 1988 — earned the North Carolina native a nomination for best country solo performance at this year’s ceremony.“When I was 5 years old, my dad and I would be in his truck, and he would always play music for me. He had a Tracy Chapman cassette tape, and ‘Fast Car’ is one of the first songs I remember,“he previously told PEOPLE. “I’ve always been a huge fan of it and think of my dad and our time together when I hear it.“With the songcharting again, it’s clear that Combs isn’t the only one who’s super fond of the sweet ballad. In fact, several other musicians have also offered up their own renditions ofChapman’s hit.From Justin Bieber to Sam Smith, here are singers who’ve covered “Fast Car.”
Luke Combsgave Grammys viewers a tear-jerking surprise when hebrought outTracy Chapmanto duet on her song, “Fast Car,” at Sunday night’s awards show. His cover of the song — which was initially released in 1988 — earned the North Carolina native a nomination for best country solo performance at this year’s ceremony.
“When I was 5 years old, my dad and I would be in his truck, and he would always play music for me. He had a Tracy Chapman cassette tape, and ‘Fast Car’ is one of the first songs I remember,“he previously told PEOPLE. “I’ve always been a huge fan of it and think of my dad and our time together when I hear it.”
With the songcharting again, it’s clear that Combs isn’t the only one who’s super fond of the sweet ballad. In fact, several other musicians have also offered up their own renditions ofChapman’s hit.From Justin Bieber to Sam Smith, here are singers who’ve covered “Fast Car.”
01of 07Luke Combs"That song, ‘Fast Car,’ it was my favorite song before I even knew what a favorite song was,” Combs said in hisGrammys video packageduring the show.He continued, “I’ve been playing that song since I could play guitar, so when I went into the studio to record my most recent record, which wasGettin' Old,I was like, ‘What if we just did this cover of ‘Fast Car’ just because I wanna do it?’ ““Tracy has obviously written one of the best songs for a few generations,” he said, praising Chapman’s songwriting skills.02of 07Justin BieberJustin Bieberalso performed a moving acoustic version of the song during his session on BBC Radio 1’sIn the Live Loungeback in 2016.03of 07Sam SmithSam Smithput a sultry spin on the heartwarming ballad for their cover of “Fast Car,” which also took place onIn the Live Loungein 2016.04of 07KhalidIt wasKhalid’sturn at the wheel as he covered the song on the same show in 2018. For his performance, the singer brought his famous aching R&B vocals to the song, which only made it that much more heart-wrenching.05of 07PassengerEnglish singer-songwriter Michael David Rosenberg — known professionally as Passenger — gave a folksy take to the song when he covered it in 2017. To date, his YouTube version has gleaned a whopping 5.4 million views.06of 07Black PumasThe Black Pumas delivered a spirited rendition of the song when they appeared onThe Late Show with Stephen Colbertback in 2020. Their cover was also featured on the deluxe edition of their debut album.07of 07Boyce AvenueNoted cover band Boyce Avenue tapped Kina Grannis for their version of “Fast Car.” Posted in 2010, their video has amassed 86 million views over the years.
01of 07Luke Combs"That song, ‘Fast Car,’ it was my favorite song before I even knew what a favorite song was,” Combs said in hisGrammys video packageduring the show.He continued, “I’ve been playing that song since I could play guitar, so when I went into the studio to record my most recent record, which wasGettin' Old,I was like, ‘What if we just did this cover of ‘Fast Car’ just because I wanna do it?’ ““Tracy has obviously written one of the best songs for a few generations,” he said, praising Chapman’s songwriting skills.
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Luke Combs
“That song, ‘Fast Car,’ it was my favorite song before I even knew what a favorite song was,” Combs said in hisGrammys video packageduring the show.
He continued, “I’ve been playing that song since I could play guitar, so when I went into the studio to record my most recent record, which wasGettin' Old,I was like, ‘What if we just did this cover of ‘Fast Car’ just because I wanna do it?’ "
“Tracy has obviously written one of the best songs for a few generations,” he said, praising Chapman’s songwriting skills.
02of 07Justin BieberJustin Bieberalso performed a moving acoustic version of the song during his session on BBC Radio 1’sIn the Live Loungeback in 2016.
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Justin Bieber
Justin Bieberalso performed a moving acoustic version of the song during his session on BBC Radio 1’sIn the Live Loungeback in 2016.
03of 07Sam SmithSam Smithput a sultry spin on the heartwarming ballad for their cover of “Fast Car,” which also took place onIn the Live Loungein 2016.
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Sam Smith
Sam Smithput a sultry spin on the heartwarming ballad for their cover of “Fast Car,” which also took place onIn the Live Loungein 2016.
04of 07KhalidIt wasKhalid’sturn at the wheel as he covered the song on the same show in 2018. For his performance, the singer brought his famous aching R&B vocals to the song, which only made it that much more heart-wrenching.
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Khalid
It wasKhalid’sturn at the wheel as he covered the song on the same show in 2018. For his performance, the singer brought his famous aching R&B vocals to the song, which only made it that much more heart-wrenching.
05of 07PassengerEnglish singer-songwriter Michael David Rosenberg — known professionally as Passenger — gave a folksy take to the song when he covered it in 2017. To date, his YouTube version has gleaned a whopping 5.4 million views.
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Passenger
English singer-songwriter Michael David Rosenberg — known professionally as Passenger — gave a folksy take to the song when he covered it in 2017. To date, his YouTube version has gleaned a whopping 5.4 million views.
06of 07Black PumasThe Black Pumas delivered a spirited rendition of the song when they appeared onThe Late Show with Stephen Colbertback in 2020. Their cover was also featured on the deluxe edition of their debut album.
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Black Pumas
The Black Pumas delivered a spirited rendition of the song when they appeared onThe Late Show with Stephen Colbertback in 2020. Their cover was also featured on the deluxe edition of their debut album.
07of 07Boyce AvenueNoted cover band Boyce Avenue tapped Kina Grannis for their version of “Fast Car.” Posted in 2010, their video has amassed 86 million views over the years.
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Boyce Avenue
Noted cover band Boyce Avenue tapped Kina Grannis for their version of “Fast Car.” Posted in 2010, their video has amassed 86 million views over the years.
source: people.com
