Tracy Chapman - Self Titled LP 33⅓rpm (35th Anniversary Edition)
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Product Information
- Barcode: 603497832613
- Artist: Tracy Chapman (All Products)
- Label: Elektra
- Pressing: Germany Press
- Release Date: 2025
- Country Of Origin: UK
- Product Format: LP (180 Gram Vinyl, 35th Anniversary Edition)
- Language: English
- Number Of LP: 1
- Product Weight: 350g
Chapman's magnetic voice and stark storytelling create an atmosphere both intimate and politically charged on this, her 1988 self-titled debut, made famous by hit single 'Fast Car', but ultimately a far deeper affair. Songs like 'Talkin' Bout a Revolution' channel the protest spirit of folk legends like Woody Guthrie, delivering an anthem for those marginalised by economic inequality. Her blend of folk, blues and rock feels timeless, with lyrics that still moves listeners today. The haunting 'Behind the Wall', can move one to tears for its raw portrayal of domestic violence and the systemic failure of the police to intervene. Chapman's trembling contralto gives life to the repeated line 'Last night I heard the screaming', transforming it into a powerful condemnation of indifference. In contrast, 'If Not Now...' is a personal perspective, urging listeners to live and love in the present with its delicate acoustic arrangement. Chapman's storytelling is a triumph of nuance, balancing bleakness with hope. Decades later, Tracy Chapman remains a powerhouse in songwriting, deserving renewed attention. It is not just an album of its time but a work of enduring relevance, offering a poignant reminder that music can still be a catalyst for change.
Track List
Side A
- Talkin' Bout a Revolution
- Fast Car
- Across the Lines
- Behind the Wall
- Baby Can I Hold You
Side B
- Mountains O' Things
- She's Got Her Ticket
- Why?
- For My Lover
- If Not Now...
- For You