"Tracy Chapman Makes History with CMA Award Win for 'Fast Car' Cover"
TL;DR
Tracy Chapman's iconic 1988 hit "Fast Car" won the song of the year award at the Country Music Awards, making history as the first Black woman to top the Country Airplay chart since its inception in 1990. Chapman, who was not present at the ceremony, thanked the CMAs and Luke Combs, whose cover of "Fast Car" reached No. 1 on the charts. The song's resurgence in popularity after 35 years highlights its enduring impact in the music industry.
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