1988 Original With Inner Sleeve. DMM Pressed On Quiex Pure Virgin Vinyl. Featuring "Talkin' Bout A Revolution" & "Fast Car". "Tracy Chapman" is the debut studio album by American singer-songwriter Tracy Chapman, released on April 5, 1988, by Elektra Records. The album was critically acclaimed and commercially successful, establishing Chapman as a significant new voice in contemporary folk music. Featuring minimalist production that highlights Chapman's expressive vocals and acoustic guitar work, the album includes a mix of social and personal themes. Its standout tracks include "Fast Car," "Talkin' 'bout a Revolution," and "Baby Can I Hold You," which have since become enduring classics.

The album's production was handled by David Kershenbaum, who emphasized a stripped-down, acoustic sound that allowed the emotional weight of Chapman's songwriting to shine. "Fast Car," the album's lead single, became a major hit, reaching the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earning Chapman several Grammy Awards. The success of "Tracy Chapman" brought mainstream attention to socially conscious folk music and marked the beginning of Chapman's influential career. The album remains a significant work in the folk-rock genre, celebrated for its lyrical depth and poignant storytelling.