Imagine you are sitting in a tree stand at your house when your phone rings from an unknown number. It is exactly 7 p.m., and the person on the other end is a legend who has been hiding from the world for thirty years. This is how Luke Combs finally connected with Tracy Chapman to plan their big duet.
He had loved her music since he was a little boy, and now he was talking to his hero.
Luke says that “Fast Car” was the very first song he ever loved. He did not even plan to put it on his album at first. He just had one hour left in the recording studio and decided to sing it for fun. He did not tell anyone to play it on the radio, but people loved it so much that it became a huge hit anyway. It shows how a great song can bring people together.
Luke Combs Reflects on ‘Fast Car’ Duet With Tracy Chapman
Fans are so happy that Luke showed so much respect to the original singer. One viewer said that they cried when they heard Luke’s take on the song. Everyone agreed that he did justice to the song.
The story of the phone call and the secret planning led to the most famous night of the year- The Grammys. While the interview tells us how they met, the actual stage footage shows us the magic. It was a secret that almost nobody knew until the lights came up. Seeing them stand side by side makes the story about the tree stand, and the unknown caller feel even more real.
Tracy Chapman & Luke Combs – Fast Car Grammy Performance
During the performance, Luke looks like he is on cloud nine while he watches Tracy play her guitar. He does not try to sing louder than her or take over the stage. He stays quiet when she sings and smiles with pure joy. The audience at the Staples Center went wild because they had not seen Tracy in so long. It was a perfect blend of two different musical styles.
Luke Combs is known for being a regular guy who stays honest in his songs. He has gone from playing small bars to becoming one of the biggest names in music today. His journey shows that if you stay kind and work hard, your dreams can come true. Follow Luke Combs on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to see more of his amazing journey. You do not want to miss what this talented singer does next.