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Tracy Chapman

The most successful folk-based performer to emerge in the '80s, a multi-platinum singer/songwriter with an outstanding voice.
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Album Highlights

  • Telling Stories
    Tracy Chapman
    Telling Stories
  • New Beginning
    Tracy Chapman
    New Beginning
  • Crossroads
    Tracy Chapman
    Crossroads
  • Collection
    Tracy Chapman
    Collection
  • Let It Rain
    Tracy Chapman
    Let It Rain
  • Our Bright Future
    Tracy Chapman
    Our Bright Future
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Artists Moods

  • Bittersweet
  • Intimate
  • Laid-Back/Mellow
  • Literate
  • Plaintive
  • Poignant
  • Reflective
  • Yearning
  • Gentle
  • Earnest

Artists Themes

  • Introspection
  • Politics/Society
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  • In Love

Tracy Chapman
photo credit: Christine Alicino

Tracy Chapman - Artist Details

Active

1980s - 2020s

Born

March 30, 1964 in Cleveland, OH

Genre

Pop/Rock Folk

Styles

Adult Alternative Pop/Rock Alternative/Indie Rock Contemporary Folk Contemporary Singer/Songwriter Alternative Folk College Rock Protest Songs
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