Tracy Chapman American Singer Born 1964 in Cleveland
Tracy Chapman · singer-songwriter and street artist · American
Known for
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Tracy Chapman - GREATEST HITS
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Tracy Chapman - Crossroads (Official Music Video)
Tracy Chapman - Change (Official Music Video)
Tracy Chapman - Baby Can I Hold You (Official Music Video)
Tracy Chapman on Social Media
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- Followers
- 496K @tracychapmanonline
- Engagement rate
- 0.93% below average for accounts this size
- Average likes
- 4,424
- Average comments
- 169 Based on the last 12 posts
Figures from public Instagram data via the official Meta API; refreshed about every 30 days.
Biography
Tracy Chapman is an American singer born on 30 March 1964 in Cleveland. Audiences know her from Malcolm X (1992).
Early life
She studied at Tufts University (anthropology, African studies), finishing in 1986 and Wooster School.
Career
In all, 10 albums and 2 singles are listed under her name between 1988 and 2015. From Fast Car / For You (1988) to Greatest Hits (2015), the list follows her releases year by year. Her recordings are classed as alternative rock and american folk music. Her recordings came out on Elektra. On YouTube, she has 1.2M subscribers (as of July 2026).
Recognition
Tracy Chapman received the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1989. Further recognition came with the BRIT Award for International Female Solo Artist (1989) and the Ohio Women's Hall of Fame (1989). Her awards record shows 4 wins and one nomination.
Discography
12 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Greatest Hits | Album |
| 2008 | Our Bright Future | Album |
| 2005 | Where You Live | Album |
| 2002 | Let It Rain | Album |
| 2001 | Collection | Album |
| 2000 | Telling Stories | Album |
| 1996 | Give Me One Reason | Single |
| 1995 | New Beginning | Album |
| 1992 | Matters of the Heart | Album |
| 1989 | Crossroads | Album |
| 1988 | Fast Car / For You | Single |
| 1988 | Tracy Chapman | Album |
Awards and nominations
4 won, 1 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Order of the Companions of O. R. Tambo | Won | |
| 1989 | BRIT Award for International Female Solo Artist | Won | |
| 1989 | Grammy Award for Best New Artist | Won | |
| 1989 | Ohio Women's Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 1989 | Grammy Award for Best New Artist | Nominated |
Filmography
1 credit| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Malcolm X | Film |
Personal life
She studied at Tufts University (anthropology, African studies), finishing in 1986 and Wooster School.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Tracy Chapman?
Tracy Chapman is 62 years old, born on 30 March 1964 in Cleveland.
What is Tracy Chapman known for?
Tracy Chapman is known for Malcolm X (1992).
What is Tracy Chapman’s nationality?
Tracy Chapman is American, born in Cleveland.
Has Tracy Chapman won any awards?
Yes. 4 awards are on record, including Order of the Companions of O. R. Tambo (2023).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q187814), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- YouTube: video titles and publish dates
- Photo: Hans Hillewaert · CC BY-SA 4.0
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