India  

Tracy Chapman Is 1st Black Songwriter to Win CMA Song of the Year

Video Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories - Duration: 01:31s - Published
Tracy Chapman Is 1st Black Songwriter to Win CMA Song of the Year

Tracy Chapman Is 1st Black Songwriter to Win CMA Song of the Year

Tracy Chapman Is 1st Black Songwriter , to Win CMA Song of the Year.

The 2023 CMA Awards took place in Nashville on Nov.

8.

The 2023 CMA Awards took place in Nashville on Nov.

8.

Chapman's 35-year-old song, "Fast Car," was recently brought back into the spotlight by Luke Combs, who covered the song.

Chapman's 35-year-old song, "Fast Car," was recently brought back into the spotlight by Luke Combs, who covered the song.

His rendition hit No.

2 on the 'Billboard' Hot 100 over the summer.

The recognition helped Chapman secure the nomination and ultimately win song of the year, 'ET' reports.

.

The feat makes her the first Black songwriter to win that award at the CMAs.

Chapman wasn't able to accept her award in person, but Sara Evans shared a statement in her absence.

.

I regret not being able to join you all tonight.

It's a genuine honor for my song to receive recognition anew after 35 years since its debut.

, Tracy Chapman, via statement.

Gratitude to the CMAs, and a special thank you to Luke and all the 'Fast Car' fans, Tracy Chapman, via statement.

Combs referred to "Fast Car" as "one of the best songs of all time.".

This song has been a constant throughout my entire life, reminding me of moments with my dad.

It's the song I'll play for my son, and it will undoubtedly be part of my own history.

, Luke Combs, via statement.

To think that it will now be synonymous with me is just insane, considering how much it has meant to me.

So, I just want to say thank you and congratulations to her, Luke Combs, via statement


You Might Like


šŸ’” newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions

Nashville, Tennessee Nashville, Tennessee Capital city of Tennessee, United States

Kings Of Leon on 'scary' AI, sponsoring a darts player, and taking on Taylor Swift

"When you first start out, it's you versus the world," says Kings Of Leon's frontman, Caleb Followill, speaking from his home in Nashville, Tennessee.
Sky News

Bad Bunny Looks Miserable As He's Mobbed By Nashville Fans Taking Pics

Bad Bunny looked stressed as hell while being swarmed by eager fans taking pics of him after his Nashville gig Saturday ... and he definitely wasn't jumping at..
TMZ.com
Tennessee Passes Bill Allowing Teachers to Carry Guns [Video]

Tennessee Passes Bill Allowing Teachers to Carry Guns

Tennessee Passes Bill , Allowing Teachers to Carry Guns. The Tennessee House of Representatives passed the bill by a vote of 68-28 on April 23, CBS News reports. The legislation would grant some teachers and staff the right to carry concealed handguns at public schools. The bill will now be sent to Republican Gov. Bill Lee to either sign or veto. . If signed into law, the legislation would represent the largest expansion of gun access in Tennessee since the deadly shooting at The Covenant School in Nashville last year. Teachers and staff carrying guns would only be known to administrators and police. Teachers and staff carrying guns would only be known to administrators and police. Other teachers and students' parents would not be privy to the information. . If a school worker wants to carry a handgun, they'd have to have a "permit and written authorization from the school's principal and local law enforcement," CBS News reports. . If a school worker wants to carry a handgun, they'd have to have a "permit and written authorization from the school's principal and local law enforcement," CBS News reports. . School districts would need to grant permission as well. A background check and 40 hours of training would also be mandatory. However, school staff would be prohibited from carrying their guns during events at stadiums, gymnasiums or auditoriums. . Protesters shouted "Blood on your hands" after the bill was passed by the House on April 23

Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories    Duration: 01:30Published
Morgan Wallen Speaks Out About Recent Arrest [Video]

Morgan Wallen Speaks Out About Recent Arrest

Morgan Wallen , Speaks Out About Recent Arrest. Wallen was arrested on April 7 "in downtown Nashville for reckless endangerment and disorderly conduct," according to attorney Worrick G. Robinson. The country star threw a chair off the roof of Chief's bar which landed near police officers below on the street. . Wallen took to X on April 19 to publicly address the incident, NBC News reports. . I didnā€™t feel right publicly checking in until I made amends with some folks. , Morgan Wallen, via X. Iā€™ve touched base with Nashville law enforcement, my family, and the good people at Chiefā€™s. Iā€™m not proud of my behavior, and I accept responsibility, Morgan Wallen, via X. I have the utmost respect for the officers working every day to keep us all safe. Regarding my tour, there will be no change, Morgan Wallen, via X. The country star was also arrested for public intoxication and disorderly conduct in 2020, NBC News reports. At that time, he was ejected from Kid Rock's bar in Nashville. In 2021, Wallen faced public outcry and was suspended from his label for using a racial slur in a video that had surfaced. His album, 'One Thing at a Time,' was America's most-consumed album in 2023, NBC News reports. Hit songs from the record include "Last Night," "You Proof" and "Thinkin' Bout Me."

Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories    Duration: 01:30Published
Morgan Wallen Arrested in Nashville on Felony Reckless Endangerment Charges | THR News Video [Video]

Morgan Wallen Arrested in Nashville on Felony Reckless Endangerment Charges | THR News Video

Morgan Wallen was arrested and jailed on Sunday night in Nashville. The country artist was arrested for reckless endangerment while out in downtown Nashville. The singer allegedly threw a chair from the 6th story roof of a bar owned by fellow country music star Eric Church while celebrating its opening weekend.

Credit: The Hollywood Reporter    Duration: 01:11Published

Billboard (magazine) Billboard (magazine) American weekly music magazine

Billboard co chief held from Rajasthan; DGP notice to ex-Mumbai GRP head

Bhavesh Bhinde, director of the company behind the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse, was arrested in Udaipur. Show-cause notice issued to IPS officer Quaiser Khalid...
IndiaTimes

Billboard collapse: Authorities in blame game; GRP gave nod without checks, BMC mum for 2 years

After a hoarding crash in Ghatkopar that claimed 14 lives, questions arise about the negligence of GRP, BMC, and government authorities. BMC served notice 2..
IndiaTimes
Happy Birthday, Stevie Wonder! [Video]

Happy Birthday, Stevie Wonder!

Happy Birthday, Stevie Wonder!. Stevland Hardaway Morris, also known as Stevie Wonder, was born on May 13, 1950, and turns 70. He was born in Saginaw, Michigan. Blind since birth, he later signed with Motownā€™s Tamla label at 11 years old. Wonder released his debut album, 'The Jazz Soul of Little Stevie,'Ā in 1962 when he was 12 years old. His discography includes his hit singles, "Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours," "Superstition" and more. The Grammy-winning artist is one the best-selling musicians. Wonder also campaigned to make Martin Luther King Jr.ā€™s birthday a U.S. holiday in 1980. Wonder was named a United Nations Messenger of Peace in 2009. and one of 'Billboardā€™s' Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists. Happy Birthday, Stevie Wonder!

Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories    Duration: 01:01Published
This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21) [Video]

This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21)

This Day in History: , Prince Dies. April 21, 2016. The iconic musician, 57, was found dead at his estate, Paisley Park, in Minnesota. Prince had overdosed on fentanyl. His death was ruled accidental. Over the span of four decades, Prince transcended genre and created more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros. Prince often played all of the instruments on the album himself. He was charismatic and electrifying on stage. His 1984 album 'Purple Rain' sold 13 million copies. It was number one on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks. He won seven Grammy awards. His final album was released in 2015, just months before his death. Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com

Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories    Duration: 01:00Published
Happy Birthday, Lil Nas X! [Video]

Happy Birthday, Lil Nas X!

Happy Birthday, Lil Nas X!. Montero Lamar Hill turns 25 years old today. Here are five fun facts about the rapper. 1. He played the trumpet in school. 2. His hit single, ā€œOld Town Road,ā€ originally went viral on TikTok. 3. ā€œOld Town Roadā€ became the longest-running No. 1 song on the ā€˜Billboardā€™ Hot 100. 4. He collaborated with clothing company Wrangler for a denim collection. 5. The ā€œPaniniā€ rapper once made a panini with Chef Gordon Ramsay. Happy Birthday, Lil Nas X!

Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories    Duration: 00:48Published

Related videos from verified sources

Luke Combs Praises "Fast Car" Singer Tracy Chapman After He Wins CMAs Single of the Year for His Hit Cover of the Song [Video]

Luke Combs Praises "Fast Car" Singer Tracy Chapman After He Wins CMAs Single of the Year for His Hit Cover of the Song

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..

Credit: LifeMinute.tv     Duration: 02:00Published
Luke Combs on Winning Single of The Year for "Fast Car," Talks His Connection To The Song, Wanting to Meet Tracy Chapman & More  [Video]

Luke Combs on Winning Single of The Year for "Fast Car," Talks His Connection To The Song, Wanting to Meet Tracy Chapman & More

Luke Combs chatted with Billboard during the winner's walk of the 2023 CMA Awards.

Credit: Billboard     Duration: 01:42Published