Luke Combs Praises 'Fast Car' Singer Tracy Chapman After He Wins CMAs Single of the Year

Country crooner, Luke Combs took home Single of the Year for his cover of Tracy Chapman’s 1988 hit “Fast Car.” While Chapman made history for becoming the first black songwriter to win CMAs Song of the Year, 35 years after its debut.

Luke Combs says he did not record the cover of the iconic song for recognition but because he “loves music.”

Although Combs never met Chapman, he shouted her out after the win calling her a “trendsetting, barrier breaking artist.”

“All credit to Tracy for writing one of the best songs ever,” he told us after the win, “I would just tell her thank you and congratulations.”

[jerrycurls]

Luke got his chance on the Grammys and gave Tracy all the love she deserves. The reverence he has for her is heartfelt and lovely.

[viet]

He is a humble man and shows so much respect for Tracy Chapman. No BS no flashy just pure humbleness.

[knowledgeseeker]

So beautifully said. Their performance at the Grammy’s was the best in years!!!

[lightuponlight]

I appreciate how this puts Tracy Chapman back in the spotlight. Luke is cool too.

[mst]

A true artist talking about another true artist.

[jazzjasmin]

I have new respect for him. His excitement and adoration for Tracy showed when they were on stage.

[PLana-]

Just wow! He was beautifully rewarded. They collaborated at the Grammys.❤❤❤

[uprightfossil]

This young man never disappoints no matter what he does. I think he put his feelings about this song and performance with Tracy in perspective for those of us wondering how much respect he has for her as a person and artist.

[pamelamckoy]

What a lovely fellow he is? I did not know him and just saw him for the first time on the Grammys! But I certainly know that song, and like Luke, Fast Car has been a part of so many lives and Tracy is a prolific performer. Luke is humble and honest, you cannot buy that. Love his version, love hers of course and LOVE the live performance at the Grammys. What a gift.

[hanginthere]

A beautiful soul! He truly loves the song.

[viviennetwigg]

Thank you Luke in addition to your own achievements as a performer

[graysonedwards]

I said this on another video but the song is one of the best ever written, watching her showed just what a great writer she is and the cheers from the crowd was fantastic, seeing the few artist standing and singing along, RESPECT, but to me the beat part was that smile on Tracy's face, more precious than anything on earth.

[katbow]

Some songs just work into your soul ...I get it !! You did a great job and I also love Fast Car ( and The Promise) ..respect to you Luke❤ BTW..I am a 73 year old hippie as they called us. Always love Tracey🎶🎶🎶🎶

[barbarastephens]

She is awsome, , loved her since young!!!a natural❤

[mariacharalambous]

You Luke Sir, Are The Main Man.
Thank You For Giving Credit Where Credit Due To The Incredible, Awesome, Brilliant Artist That Is
Tracey Chapman.
STILL HUMBLE LUKE.
You Are An Absolute Super Human Being.
Thank You And Ms Chapman For The Best Performance At The Grammy's.
Still Have Tears In My Eyes After Watching It A 100 Times Or More.

[BTWalters]

Luke is awesome, he's turned out mighty fine! When Luke mentored the Asheville, NC music group Holts Dad through the Y2K era and they made it, I knew he would too! Many more, treat them babies right!

[BeaWms]

Beautiful song; can't take anything away from the performance. I hope people don't try some type of issue out of this awesome performance.

[mohammedomar]

love luke combs... what a well grounded man and talented singer and musician

[JeffRixxGraham]

Too bad she wasn't there with you Luke. that would yave been very cool. Maybe you can do a co-write with her

[barbaraswingle]

This is why he is a popular cross genre in music!