Luke Combs – Fast Car

“Fast Car” is a cover song by American country music singer Luke Combs. It was released in 2023 as the second single from his fourth studio album, Gettin' Old. The song was written by Tracy Chapman and originally released on her 1988 debut album, Tracy Chapman.

Combs' version of “Fast Car” is a slow-paced ballad that tells the story of a young couple who dream of escaping their small town and starting a new life together. The song's lyrics are full of longing and regret, as the couple realizes that their dreams may never come true.

Combs' cover of “Fast Car” has been met with critical acclaim. Billboard called it a “stunning rendition” of the song, while Rolling Stone praised Combs' “heartfelt delivery”. The song has also been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.

In an interview with Billboard, Combs said that he first heard “Fast Car” when he was a child and that it had always been one of his favourite songs. He said that he decided to cover the song because he felt that it was a “timeless” and “universal” story.

Combs' cover of “Fast Car” has been praised by Chapman herself. In an interview with Circle All Access, Chapman said that she was “honoured” that Combs had covered her song and that she thought he did a “beautiful job”.

“Fast Car” is a powerful and moving song that tells a story that is both relatable and universal. Combs' cover is a stunning rendition of the song that is sure to resonate with listeners of all ages.

Here is a link to the song on YouTube.

Listen to Luke Combs – Fast Car below:

Fast Car by Luke Combs
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