I am 82 and will never forget the moment I first heard this song at a fund raiser. Still can"t get it out of my mind, both lyrics, voice, and music. Love Tracy's voice!❤
51 here. I remember when it dropped and I heard it for the first time. One of the only times I can recall my mouth falling open. And I knew immediately who it was singing, hadn't heard anything from her for years. She's gonna go down as legendary.
My mamas loved this song as well, she passed a few years ago and we played this at her funeral. Not only do I love this song and Tracy Chapman in general, but every time I listen it's in memory of her ❤
I teach mixed media calligraphy at a Christian school to middle school and high school students. I have been playing instrumental praise. The students asked to play something more upbeat. They chose Taylor Swift. Today, they asked me to play something I chose. I played Tracy Chapman, and they loved her music!
My husband is dying from cancer. He has listened to Tracy for many years, and my kids grew up with her music. When we are listening to music together, this is one of the first songs that gets put on our phones to play! He is 58, and our kids are in their 30's, and even their friends, the generation they are in, know this song!!! We have so many times sitting by a fire with it cranked up and we are all singing like we wrote it! Awesome job Luke!!!! You rock every song you sing!!! Keep them coming, along with prayers for us!!💚💙
It was 1988, and I was 18. I was going through a rough patch in my life, and I discovered Tracy’s debut album. 33-years later, I’m still listening to her, and so is my 7-year old son. Thank you Tracy for sharing yourself with us all. You make my world a better place.
I was 18 when I danced to this in 1995 with my boyfriend. I'm 43 now and we danced with our 3 month old granddaughter to this in the kitchen this afternoon. This is music at it's best.
@@zajagter2888 yep. We had our first baby when we were 18. He is 24 now and married with 2 little girls, aged 2 years and 4 months. Our other kids are 20, 16 and 13.
That is just so beautiful my heart softened the moment I read your story. You're a lucky woman to still have your love next to you. With grandchildren 🙌👍❤️🌸🌼
Tracy has an amazing voice. I think she didn’t quite get where she was destined to be. I feel like a singer of her caliber should have been much more famous and played on the radio significantly more.
There's something special about certain artists that are super talented. They dont sell their soul to record companies and the Hollywood life and they keep their dignity and originality.
@@djentile7773 Talent isnt enough to make a superstar, 99.9999% of massive success is massive promotion, ask any professional musician. The people who decide what we get to see have a pretty fixed idea what will be massive. They want a product that they can turn over as cheaply as possible for the quickest return. Unfortunately this usually means very beautiful people who do what they are told, there is a regular supply of those. Again unfortunately, major talents can fall by the wayside in this process, but maybe it's actually better in the long run for people to be moderately successful than to live some impossible celebrity lifestyle
No she don't. 😂😂 You sont knows Black American Music at all. Just shutup. Her tone is in the style of negro folk. Bill withers is another one that sings in that tone.
Tracy, every time I hear this song, I am like the needle on a record. I drop into the groove and the sound moves me. The message resonates with every human soul. The need to belong, to be held, to be loved. Beautiful. Thank you. God bless you, sister.
Totally sammmeee I'm so slow, I've loved this song forever and when it comes on the radio I turn it up, but just now learning who it is she's seriously underrated..
FANTASTIC!!!! I am 76 years strong -- and the beat is so strong here!!! I sang along with her the entire time! Thanks for bringing back some strong memories!
I STILL play music that pisses my dad off, like a teenager. Only bcuz he treats me as one.. Sure, I have fcd up, but he tells me daily how I was a mistake
"This youthful heart can love you And give you what you need. But I'm too old to go chasing you around, Wasting my precious energy." Idk if I've been able to relate to any lyric more than that. Thank you, Tracy! God bless!
@@joanloewen9875 People stunned that pop music utilize common chord progressions aren't ready to wrap their heads around a genre that has one standard chord progression.
Good evening!!My name is Celso.I am from Brazil and I always love to hear music by Tracy Chapman.You live in my ❤forever and ever!May God bless you!❤😘😘
This woman is one of a kind. Classy, yet simple. And so comfortable in her own skin. I’m literally floating in a soothing, serene environment when she sings and play the guitar. Love her and her music
My mom loved this song. Every Fourth of July, when we were outside barbecuing, I would play it for her. She’s been gone for 10 years now, but this song always brings back happy memories. It’s one of my favorites too!
I've been listening to this amazing woman since I was in the womb. I grew up on Tracy Chapman. SHE IS FINALLY GETTING THE RESPECT AND RECOGNITION SHE HAS ALWAYS DESERVED. God bless Tracy. 🙌 Your time has finally come. Thank God.
I'm 65 years old and have always loved her music. Just thinking of all those who watched the Grammys and have just become aware of her music and are listening to this awesome music for the first time. To those, take a listen to bang bang bang and All that you have is your soul.
I turn 62 yesterday and I have spent the last 10 years alone. I did have one girlfriend for a couple months but she proved to be what I call a non partner. A Robber a thief if you will. Yeah now that I've gotten older I don't settle for non partners. Life be too short for that for sure for real. Sure does get lonely sometimes however if my option is to pair up with someone who has no respect no thank you. Lots of disrespectful people around every corner. I got the reserve my energy for those that like to team up
When Tracy was in SNL 30 yrs ago, I was hooked, my daughter has always loved her. She saw her recently & said ‘ Mama I just cried ‘ made me cry too, she’s a beautiful woman & I love her hair w/the grey… she’s sharper than ever💯💞💞💞
This is damn near perfect. From the smooth slow groove, to that fine guitar playing, to the story told in the lyrics, with the intense passion in her voice, everything combines to create magic. I keep coming back to hear this absolute gem. Thanks
@@Infinite_being Thank you for taking the time to comment. I truly appreciate when someone gives feedback about what I write. I love music that demands an emotional response, and I try to use the inherent beauty and expression of the english language to describe and share with others how important music is. Thanks again and peace.
So glad u all experiencing this awesome artist for the 1st time in 2024. We all either listen to her live or in the backseat of out parents station wagon..loving either way♡
@@trinityezell406 THAT'S FANTASTIC‼️ I LOVE IT WHEN THE YOUNGER GENERATIONS CAN ENJOY THE MUSIC OF MY GENERATION. I HAD MY OWN ROCK BAND BACK IN THE 6S AND 70S AND I ABSOLUTELY LOVED PLAYING MUSIC IN THAT ERA.
God is always watching. Things are good when speak.. I ask for h we love t o save hope and win in game of my own life. Need car and reloadable card easy to figure out r. This is great send to have been playing for 20 years
[Chorus] Give me one reason to stay here And I'll turn right back around Give me one reason to stay here And I'll turn right back around Said I don't wanna leave you lonely You gotta make me change my mind [Verse 1] Baby, I got your number Oh, and I know that you got mine You know that I called you, I called too many times You can call me baby, you can call me anytime But you got to call me [Chorus] Give me one reason to stay here And I'll turn right back around Give me one reason to stay here And I'll turn right back around Said I don't wanna leave you lonely You gotta make me change my mind [Verse 2] I don't want no one to squeeze me They might take away my life I don't want no one to squeeze me They might take away my life I just want someone to hold me Oh, and rock me through the night Verse 3] This youthful heart can love you, yes And give you what you need I said this youthful heart can love you Oh, and give you what you need But I'm too old to go chasing you around Wasting my precious energy [Chorus] Give me one reason to stay here Yes, now turn right back around Give me one reason to stay here Oh, I'll turn right back around Said I don't wanna leave you lonely You gotta make me change my mind [Outro] Baby, just give me one reason Give me just one reason why Baby, just give me one reason Oh, give me just one reason why I should stay Said I told you that I loved you And there ain't no more to say
Tracy Chapman is one of those very few artists/writers, that can instantly connect with whoever is listening, it's almost like every song you listen too it feels like she was watching my life unfold and wrote about it!!! No matter where I am or where I go when I listen to this remarkably beautiful, multi talented musician, it always feels like my best friend is right beside me!!
Just looked up blues using app Donna to create my own songs written by me sang A.i . Wanted to learn the way to write a blues song. I had heard this but didn't know it was blues possibly not even heard this version
This song is obviously a classic, but I'm more concerned with the heartless individuals who would down vote this masterpiece, and this woman. Seriously?
@@myopicchiwawa Its no as good as the original but I thought it was the best cover I have heard of it. My wife is a country fan, I am not and its now on my playlist
@@farwoodfarm9296 th-cam.com/video/dxHekPna55Y/w-d-xo.html This reminds me of Whitney versus Dolly with I will Always love you. Dolly wrote and sang the original but Whitney made it immortal. Luke is actually placing higher in the charts now than Tracy did in 1988. I like both versions equally and think of them as two unique songs in reality because they have a totally different feel.
This song has been living rent free in my head for about a month now. It never get old. Such a good beat and vibe. I can play this song anytime anywhere.
Well I know I'm a legend I've been playing these songs for 3 years for everybody and I won't keep Uncle play Rita James next and then after that read the Franklin 👍👍👍🎸🍻🥃 give me a big thumbs up if you like these songs
My uncle is an amazing guitar player, I told him in middle school i loved this song. He heard it a few times it played on the radio, by the end of the week he learned it and played it for me. I thought it was the best thing ever!
My 5 month old just absolutely loves Tracy’s voice. One thing that’ll instantly calm her down. I grew up listening to her. I’m 28 but my mom always listened to older music
This is the song that launched Tracy's career to stratospheric heights. During the mid '90s, this song was playing on the radio all the time. It was then that people discovered some of her other great songs such as Fast Car and Talkin' about a Revolution.
@@SciVias917 Thank You, I am a physician: I was working in hospital that night.. May our good intentons join together for all the suffering people! We are all one!
@@gwendolynbandy3850 Thank You, I am a physician: I was working in hospital that night.. May our good intentons join together for all the suffering people! We are all one!
Tracy Chapman is the truth! Her voice is absolutely incredible! She is warm, creative and a force to be reckoned with! I remember when this jam dropped this like it was yesterday! One of the most underrated vocalists ever!
My favorite song from that year. I loved her music from the start, and I was overjoyed to hear Tracy on the radio again with this sweet, sexy blues song. And, she looked beautiful in the video. She's still beautiful today.
Tracy Chapman went to college in Boston, and I actually saw her perform, in a subway station, just before she was "discovered". She was great then, and her music will always live on. See shied away from the music industry when they wanted her to be more "mainstream". And I agree, she is, and was, underrated. She was an overnight sensation, and I think this happens a lot, too often!
As I listen to this, I'm back in my room of the house where I grew up, in Ohio--a rainy night, which I've always loved and I'm 17 years old again--just starting to explore my own artistic side with songs and poetry as I explored life. A memory sorta nondescript, but a good one. Music can be the gateway to another time, when everything wasn't broken and life was always fine...
Great expression, I'm right with you! I write a little and try to play hoping one day the magic secret to play my axe like a pro will reveal itself and the rest will be history! I kinda think though that after 40 years of trying it ain't gonna happen lol!
TC is on one of my playlists so I can listen to her anytime❣And I would like to thank you for not calling this song a "masterpiece" or saying "you're a legend" >lol
This song reminds me of when I was like 6 and used to ride with my Aunt Donna to school every morning. She passed away in the last couple years and this song keeps her close to my heart and I thank you so much for giving it to us. One of my favorites ever anyway.
I love Tracy's voice, timeless, sultry, raspy just to wonderful. Thank you for helping me through some of the best and worst I ever had to go through. No more cold feet.
As a kid, my mother, my babysitter, and sister would play this. As time passes, I would hear it on the radio randomly and would uplift me the same way it always has. Artists like Tracy make me appreciate music more and more.
The both of you are Heaven sent ! No dought!!!! God bless !! Thank you for your beautiful words of praise!! It raised me up !! Totally beautiful ! It's a blessing and a true gift from the holy spirit!!!!
@@callieschaeppi8831 thank you Selina. I have never seen that movie or knew that Alanis was ever in one. I've been sheltered from technology for most of my life. I haven't seen television for over 11 years now. The last time I was in a movie theater was over 20 years now. I just watched a few clips. Thank you for this.❤🙏
I’m so grateful a friend told me about this artist several years ago, and I love Tracy’s songs, especially Give me one reason, I listen to this often, her voice , and the lyrics are sublime; thank you Tracy, for your talent.😊
I’m 61 never really listened to her back in the day ( big mistake 🤦🏻♂️)….. saw that performance and had to hear more…. definitely a huge fan now… better late than never 😊….. love when you hear music that hits you individually at a different level 👍
Her performance on the Grammy's was spine TINGLING !!! Gave me shivers......
I am 82 and will never forget the moment I first heard this song at a fund raiser. Still can"t get it out of my mind, both lyrics, voice, and music. Love Tracy's voice!❤
You’re a legend for being on YT
51 here. I remember when it dropped and I heard it for the first time. One of the only times I can recall my mouth falling open. And I knew immediately who it was singing, hadn't heard anything from her for years. She's gonna go down as legendary.
@@charliebiceFACTS, a LEGEND…Keep rockin @irenedunn9988 for as long as possible. 🙌🏾🖤🙏🏽
My mamas loved this song as well, she passed a few years ago and we played this at her funeral. Not only do I love this song and Tracy Chapman in general, but every time I listen it's in memory of her ❤
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Not that she needed it...Tracy Chapman is a frickin legend. So glad she's getting her dues here in 2024♡♡
I'm happy to see Luke Combs and Tracey Chapman singing her hit together. Much respect to both of them.
Correct
Just one.
soooo true!!!
I just found out she's Janet and Michael Jackson's cousin. No wonder
She is awesome..love her music..2024..april..in south carolina
She is GOLD. So many hits and the young folk are just now finding out.
I've seen so many comments, "Who's that at the grammy's singing with Luke Combs?" Makes my heart hurt to know we've failed this generation.
@@brianhoward5057It’s sad this generation has such bad taste in music.
@@brianhoward5057On the other hand, the Grammy performance introduced a whole new generation to Tracy Chapman. I'd call that a win by any name.
I teach mixed media calligraphy at a Christian school to middle school and high school students. I have been playing instrumental praise. The students asked to play something more upbeat. They chose Taylor Swift. Today, they asked me to play something I chose. I played Tracy Chapman, and they loved her music!
Glad it was sooner rather than later. They just didn’t know what they’ve been missing! 😊
My husband is dying from cancer. He has listened to Tracy for many years, and my kids grew up with her music. When we are listening to music together, this is one of the first songs that gets put on our phones to play! He is 58, and our kids are in their 30's, and even their friends, the generation they are in, know this song!!! We have so many times sitting by a fire with it cranked up and we are all singing like we wrote it! Awesome job Luke!!!! You rock every song you sing!!! Keep them coming, along with prayers for us!!💚💙
this is beautiful. sending love to you, your husband, and your children
@Dawn Perkins I'm sorry to hear that about your husband.
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Prayed for him!! ❤
Music is the strongest connection we have with each other ❤
Tracy Chapman may, legitimately, have one of the most underrated voices in the history of popular music.
ABSOLUTELY 🎉🎉
Not underrated by those who were around, I promise
I definitely agree with this statement👍👍
Because she did not sell her soul, to the devil.... She is one of my FAVORITE performers!🎉❤
Fr this shit 🔥
Anyone in 2024
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Hi I'm here 2024 ❤
It was 1988, and I was 18. I was going through a rough patch in my life, and I discovered Tracy’s debut album. 33-years later, I’m still listening to her, and so is my 7-year old son. Thank you Tracy for sharing yourself with us all. You make my world a better place.
Awww so awesome 👌
1988 I was 15 🙂🤟❤️
👍🌼🌻🌼🌻❤
You have 33 years? My daughter have 31 and she like tracy. I am french and my anglais so bad sorry 👍👏
Oups sorry
One line that gets me every time:
“I’m too old to go chasing around wasting my precious energy”
Yes Tracy!!!!!
#facts
Hope....
Faith......
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@@Jasmine580 gv non
"You'd could same me time" is priceless! My time is just that, priceless!
True words
I was 18 when I danced to this in 1995 with my boyfriend. I'm 43 now and we danced with our 3 month old granddaughter to this in the kitchen this afternoon. This is music at it's best.
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Cool
43 year old grandma?
@@zajagter2888 yep. We had our first baby when we were 18. He is 24 now and married with 2 little girls, aged 2 years and 4 months. Our other kids are 20, 16 and 13.
@@TheCarolinadawn77 wow
That is just so beautiful my heart softened the moment I read your story. You're a lucky woman to still have your love next to you. With grandchildren 🙌👍❤️🌸🌼
This song has been part of my life for the past thirty years and I never tire of hearing her voice.
I was so excited to see her on the Grammys. I've loved her music since the 80s . ❤❤
Tracy has an amazing voice. I think she didn’t quite get where she was destined to be. I feel like a singer of her caliber should have been much more famous and played on the radio significantly more.
Not to mentione her song writing ability
There's something special about certain artists that are super talented. They dont sell their soul to record companies and the Hollywood life and they keep their dignity and originality.
She seriously needs to make a comeback,.Things happen at the right time when everything is in its place. That kind of talent needs to be shared.
3 replies and they're all invisible to me...
@@djentile7773 Talent isnt enough to make a superstar, 99.9999% of massive success is massive promotion, ask any professional musician. The people who decide what we get to see have a pretty fixed idea what will be massive. They want a product that they can turn over as cheaply as possible for the quickest return. Unfortunately this usually means very beautiful people who do what they are told, there is a regular supply of those. Again unfortunately, major talents can fall by the wayside in this process, but maybe it's actually better in the long run for people to be moderately successful than to live some impossible celebrity lifestyle
This woman is a legendary inspiration to many including myself and my daughter ❤️🙏🏼
She is ☺
Hello how are you doing, my name is Eric Moore how is the weather over there today
You know it's a good song when TH-cam tells you the "most replayed" section is the very beginning. On my 3rd consecutive listen.
An amazing artists, sadly seriously underrated
Underrated by whom? She's perfectly appreciated by music aficionados.
@@MetteC5 Yeah. I love her since I first heard her.
@@Aliera29 exactly
@@MetteC5 46m views "seriously underrated bro" lol
@@Intensi0ns Tracy's far beyond pop(ular) music: her value is appreciated in depth and not in width (views, lmfao).
Tracy Chapman has such a rare and unique vocal range. There's only a handful of people that can sing like she does. Awesome to see.
Her vocal type is contralto, the rarest type for female singers. Other contraltos are Cher, Annie Lennox, Sade, and Toni Braxton.
She is one of the most talented singer songwriters of the 80's and 90's.
Refreshing to the soul listening to her music
No she don't. 😂😂 You sont knows Black American Music at all. Just shutup. Her tone is in the style of negro folk. Bill withers is another one that sings in that tone.
Tracy, every time I hear this song, I am like the needle on a record. I drop into the groove and the sound moves me. The message resonates with every human soul. The need to belong, to be held, to be loved. Beautiful. Thank you. God bless you, sister.
So True.
Well said
🌎❤️
You flamin poet!!
Yeah... God Bless Tracy!!!
This is such a well-written song. I love the rhythmic pattern.
I'm 70, an old woman who's heard all the greats. Tracy is one of those greats, just sipping my whiskey and listening to her.
that`s cool , that`s a way to enjoy life.
Easy, slowly, without any hurry not to miss any moment around
cheers lady :)
Gross slow down on the whiskey
@@malcolmschafer4038 shut your damn mouth. You cant tell a grown woman how to enjoy her life
Your my Grandmother now
Im 70 also I send these to my kids
Just wow…. Didn’t know this was by Tracy Chapman.. such a timeless classic, hits really hard right now
Totally sammmeee I'm so slow, I've loved this song forever and when it comes on the radio I turn it up, but just now learning who it is she's seriously underrated..
I legit heard the first chords and just assumed this was some motown stuff. I had heard it before, just thought it was from the 60s or 70s.
@@lolwichelhaus5749 yeah, i for sure thought it was older, like 70s at most 80s, but nope, 1997 haha
not underrated by those of us who were around when these songs came out@@sarahgrammer4590
I remember this in 97, never recall hearing who the song was by.
Congratulation Ms. Chapman on your recent country music award, KEEP KILLING IT QUEEN!!! 🙌🏾🖤👑🙏🏽
@AngieCarr - Wish she could have attended and sang some of her CLASSICS!!!! Of course "FAST CAR"!!!!
Anyone Dec 2024 ?🇵🇬
Meeee
Since kindergarten almost 40! ❤
🇳🇿 yep Always a legend here!
Nah but I'm in 2030 Dec 4
FANTASTIC!!!! I am 76 years strong -- and the beat is so strong here!!!
I sang along with her the entire time! Thanks for bringing back some
strong memories!
AMEN
This song makes me wonder if I should have stuck in rehab. But i stuck it through. Been sober for over a year.
Good fir you! My situation is still stuck..but I admire your stalwathiness😊
I STILL play music that pisses my dad off, like a teenager. Only bcuz he treats me as one.. Sure, I have fcd up, but he tells me daily how I was a mistake
good luck and keep it up - hard time getting sober and straight still working 50 years later but I am still here at 74 still an addict but 30 straight
He's mistaken. God makes none!
Great for you! Keep it up! 😊
She looks incredible with that mix of black & Grey hair. What's that saying? " Black don't crack?" AMEN👍🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽‼️
Must be living good. Loving good.
@@eshep3152Eating clean! Good skincare. She’s a beauty.
Yes, she's aging beautifully ❤
She looks flawless, moisturized, unproblematic and unbothered 😂
She is absolutely beautiful
"This youthful heart can love you
And give you what you need.
But I'm too old to go chasing you around,
Wasting my precious energy."
Idk if I've been able to relate to any lyric more than that. Thank you, Tracy! God bless!
This song only has 3 chords, but the rythm of the music and the timing of the beautiful lyrics make for a phenomenal song 🙏🏽❤
the blues!
@@joanloewen9875 People stunned that pop music utilize common chord progressions aren't ready to wrap their heads around a genre that has one standard chord progression.
I will be sixty-two years old in a few months and my mom will be eighty- three in a couple of months. We are day one Tracy Chapman fans.
Right, and I'm happy that young people are discovering her.
I'm 75 & I have been her fan for years!!
I'm so glad you and mom are enjoying one another #
Yeah, she was bad-ass the moment she came on the scene. I'm really glad she's getting recognition with a new generation. Well deserved!
73. Always a fan! Daughter loves her singing too!
True talent, no gimmicks, just the voice of an angel~~~
Good evening!!My name is Celso.I am from Brazil and I always love to hear music by Tracy Chapman.You live in my ❤forever and ever!May God bless you!❤😘😘
This woman is one of a kind. Classy, yet simple. And so comfortable in her own skin. I’m literally floating in a soothing, serene environment when she sings and play the guitar. Love her and her music
"Yes not pleasing no one, but been herself". And that's what a lot of people don't understand.
me to
Classy is an understatemen. I was introduced to her in 93. Still love this music. Definitely my go to.
@@rainealogan6068 I'm a man 80 years old I still like
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My mom loved this song. Every Fourth of July, when we were outside barbecuing, I would play it for her. She’s been gone for 10 years now, but this song always brings back happy memories. It’s one of my favorites too!
Love this song.
I love love this song such a great beat.🎶🎶🎶🎶❤️😊
@@cathydecker2898 hey this guy seems suspicious I wouldn't recommend private chatting him
Was one of my mom's favorites, too. Definitely has even more special meaning to me now. She passed Jan 2022. Miss and love you, momma xoxo
It's a beautiful song
I think she just wanted to share her talent and passion for music with people who cared....she gives me chill vibes all the way☯️
Hey there sunshine ,if you feel this way,you should be able to make some music🤟❤️😎😷
She plays for the joy in her soul, not the fame . Eric Clapton accompanying her is a good career stamp yeah? 🤗what else does she need? Love her
S Blundell totally I agree all the way✊🏿🌞
Well, i listened to this musis 20 years ago...
I was blasting this on the radio 6/17/2020 windows down giving me chills.
I've been listening to this amazing woman since I was in the womb. I grew up on Tracy Chapman. SHE IS FINALLY GETTING THE RESPECT AND RECOGNITION SHE HAS ALWAYS DESERVED. God bless Tracy. 🙌 Your time has finally come. Thank God.
I'm 65 years old and have always loved her music. Just thinking of all those who watched the Grammys and have just become aware of her music and are listening to this awesome music for the first time. To those, take a listen to bang bang bang and All that you have is your soul.
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She says it straight up....." This youthful heart can love you but I'm too old to be chasing you around wasting my precious energy!"
@Jolene! ypu're so right
"yeap; when you grow you get wiser".
This is what music should always sound like this way all the time. Sole full beautifully tuned ❤💙
I turn 62 yesterday and I have spent the last 10 years alone. I did have one girlfriend for a couple months but she proved to be what I call a non partner. A Robber a thief if you will. Yeah now that I've gotten older I don't settle for non partners. Life be too short for that for sure for real. Sure does get lonely sometimes however if my option is to pair up with someone who has no respect no thank you. Lots of disrespectful people around every corner. I got the reserve my energy for those that like to team up
Jolene O campo,you know you got that shit right.
*If you're still watching this in 2021 you're such a legend*
No, you are
👍👍
Yess I’m 15 and I love this song
2021 has nothing on this song. I'll be listening to it in 2051
Back at you broseph of Nazareth.
When Tracy was in SNL 30 yrs ago, I was hooked, my daughter has always loved her. She saw her recently & said ‘ Mama I just cried ‘ made me cry too, she’s a beautiful woman & I love her hair w/the grey… she’s sharper than ever💯💞💞💞
This is damn near perfect. From the smooth slow groove, to that fine guitar playing, to the story told in the lyrics, with the intense passion in her voice, everything combines to create magic. I keep coming back to hear this absolute gem. Thanks
Me too Dave.
It is a gem. Perfect.
Dave Beach .. You Said It! Perfectly... 💕🎶
You put it so eloquently. I absolutely agree with you.
@@Infinite_being Thank you for taking the time to comment. I truly appreciate when someone gives feedback about what I write. I love music that demands an emotional response, and I try to use the inherent beauty and expression of the english language to describe and share with others how important music is. Thanks again and peace.
If you are here because you watched the Grammy Awards on Feb 4th 2024. Thank you Tracy Chapmen……..
Was SUCH an amazing performance.
I would LOVE to see this song re-released. One of my all time favorites. This song still stirs me! Love you Tracy.
Watching her on the Grammys literally made me cry. I have never liked that someone covered this classic, but that duet was amazing!!! N
This song was first performed on letterman in 1986, acoustic. Before Tracy became famous :)
So glad u all experiencing this awesome artist for the 1st time in 2024. We all either listen to her live or in the backseat of out parents station wagon..loving either way♡
I AM 73 YEARS OLD AND LOVING THIS❗
EDIT: 7-24-21
CAN'T BELIEVE ALL OF THE LIKES❗
THANKS, FOLKS.
Gone mama
I AM 19 AND I GET DOWN TO THIS
@@trinityezell406
THAT'S FANTASTIC‼️
I LOVE IT WHEN THE YOUNGER GENERATIONS CAN ENJOY THE MUSIC OF MY GENERATION.
I HAD MY OWN ROCK BAND BACK IN THE 6S AND 70S AND I ABSOLUTELY LOVED PLAYING MUSIC IN THAT ERA.
beautiful song
I'm 74 years old and smoking a joint and listening to this awesome music
Love ❤️ Tracy Chapman, she has a very beautiful voice, I could listen to her sing 🎤 all day and night.🇨🇦❤️🎶🥰
I love this woman and her sound. Such earthy, organic tones. Such luxurious and rich poetry.
I absolutely agree.
Beautiful description
damnnnn....that was beautifully said.
Love her and her voice
She' s still great
This song has lived in my mind rent free for 20 years. Tracy is a goddess.
ok thats the way to dance
you must pay rent to a person like that
She’s so underrated!
@@heidipax Hello how are you doing, my name is Eric Moore how is the weather over there today
God is always watching. Things are good when speak.. I ask for h we love t o save hope and win in game of my own life. Need car and reloadable card easy to figure out r. This is great send to have been playing for 20 years
[Chorus]
Give me one reason to stay here
And I'll turn right back around
Give me one reason to stay here
And I'll turn right back around
Said I don't wanna leave you lonely
You gotta make me change my mind
[Verse 1]
Baby, I got your number
Oh, and I know that you got mine
You know that I called you, I called too many times
You can call me baby, you can call me anytime
But you got to call me
[Chorus]
Give me one reason to stay here
And I'll turn right back around
Give me one reason to stay here
And I'll turn right back around
Said I don't wanna leave you lonely
You gotta make me change my mind
[Verse 2]
I don't want no one to squeeze me
They might take away my life
I don't want no one to squeeze me
They might take away my life
I just want someone to hold me
Oh, and rock me through the night Verse 3]
This youthful heart can love you, yes
And give you what you need
I said this youthful heart can love you
Oh, and give you what you need
But I'm too old to go chasing you around
Wasting my precious energy
[Chorus]
Give me one reason to stay here
Yes, now turn right back around
Give me one reason to stay here
Oh, I'll turn right back around
Said I don't wanna leave you lonely
You gotta make me change my mind
[Outro]
Baby, just give me one reason
Give me just one reason why
Baby, just give me one reason
Oh, give me just one reason why I should stay
Said I told you that I loved you
And there ain't no more to say
Thanks
Grazi!
Many thanks for your contribution
Perfect
Tracy Chapman is one of those very few artists/writers, that can instantly connect with whoever is listening, it's almost like every song you listen too it feels like she was watching my life unfold and wrote about it!!! No matter where I am or where I go when I listen to this remarkably beautiful, multi talented musician, it always feels like my best friend is right beside me!!
2024 stand up
❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉 I can't physically stand at the moment but
Bro why I just sat down
80yrs.old here (May2024) and, this song Mmmm-mmm, beautiful. Love Tracy Chapman.👑🎶🎸🎤
Just looked up blues using app Donna to create my own songs written by me sang A.i .
Wanted to learn the way to write a blues song.
I had heard this but didn't know it was blues possibly not even heard this version
Standing!!
God this is just pure talent at it's finest. This song will never die.
alyssavictoriaa5
Most definitely.
Just makes ya wannna dance
Kelley Callahan
Yes it does.
Agreed 💯🙌
Brilliant!!
This song is obviously a classic, but I'm more concerned with the heartless individuals who would down vote this masterpiece, and this woman. Seriously?
I'm sure it's a jealousy thing. I can completely relate to what your saying in this comment
Those are racists being racists and thinking their opinions matter.
Sometimes it’s bots as well. I’m sure it’s a minority of downvotes, but I’m guessing they make up around 10% (ish) of the number
I always love this song and all her songs, and her voice.
They don’t know shit...
Αν τα άνθη χαμογελούσσν θα είχαν το χαμόγελο της Tracy..Σεμνό και όμορφο.
Tracy Chapman is a gem, beautiful voice and what a classic Blues track.
Course ❤
Luke Combs brought me here...
@@myopicchiwawa Its no as good as the original but I thought it was the best cover I have heard of it. My wife is a country fan, I am not and its now on my playlist
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This reminds me of Whitney versus Dolly with I will Always love you.
Dolly wrote and sang the original but Whitney made it immortal.
Luke is actually placing higher in the charts now than Tracy did in 1988.
I like both versions equally and think of them as two unique songs in reality because they have a totally different feel.
@@myopicchiwawa Luke is a more Mainstream Act than Tracy was too. But yeah I see what you are saying.
This song has been living rent free in my head for about a month now. It never get old. Such a good beat and vibe. I can play this song anytime anywhere.
Been living in my head rent free for years enjoy my friend 😁😁😁
Well I know I'm a legend I've been playing these songs for 3 years for everybody and I won't keep Uncle play Rita James next and then after that read the Franklin 👍👍👍🎸🍻🥃 give me a big thumbs up if you like these songs
I went through two cassette tapes on this album. I rewound it so many times.
Exactly.
I love Tracy, and I love the way she sings this song ❤❤❤❤
How many people rolling into 2020 still watching and loving Tracy?!?!?
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Smooth
Yep
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I’m 69 and I love Tracy Chapmans music
I'm 69 and have all her music ✌️🌞🪻🌸
@kathyhaley2140 I'm 72, I have it all too.
I'm 64 and I LOVE HER.
79. Here, & same.
I think it's possible to love Tracy and in 73
This song never gets old
My uncle is an amazing guitar player, I told him in middle school i loved this song. He heard it a few times it played on the radio, by the end of the week he learned it and played it for me. I thought it was the best thing ever!
My 5 month old just absolutely loves Tracy’s voice. One thing that’ll instantly calm her down. I grew up listening to her. I’m 28 but my mom always listened to older music
As a 62 year old woman still listening to the great Tracy Chapman! She is one of the best and most underrated artists of our time
This is the song that launched Tracy's career to stratospheric heights. During the mid '90s, this song was playing on the radio all the time. It was then that people discovered some of her other great songs such as Fast Car and Talkin' about a Revolution.
I'm 33 female from Ohio I am still listening to this♥️♥️💯💯♥️wish whomever is reading this positive vibes and blessings 2021🌟💯♥️💯🌟
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Thank You from TORONTO... Tracy is part of TODAY'S Covid lockdown THERAPY, CHEERS
@@grantmrtn2636 no problem wish positive vibes and blessings your way♥️♥️♥️🙏🏾🙏🏾
danke brudi hab dich lieb
Thanks, I’m from Cincy. She’s the best, grest vibes back at ya😊
I was driving across Nova Scotia 2 summers ago and this song came on CBC radio. Im 25 and this is on my daily mix.
After a night in hospital with COVID19 all around, the warm voice of Tracy is the cure..the answer, the awareness..
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Prayers for your recovery!!
Prayers❤️
Get well soon .
@@SciVias917
Thank You, I am a physician: I was working in hospital that night..
May our good intentons join together for all the suffering people!
We are all one!
@@gwendolynbandy3850
Thank You, I am a physician: I was working in hospital that night..
May our good intentons join together for all the suffering people!
We are all one!
Tracy Chapman is the truth! Her voice is absolutely incredible! She is warm, creative and a force to be reckoned with! I remember when this jam dropped this like it was yesterday! One of the most underrated vocalists ever!
Alwaus loved that gal
...shes bluesy as hell
Deborah Moore yes
Tracy set the groove on this hit, love her voice, she was definitely a underrated artist.
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This is what true talent sounds like, folks! Tracy is an AMZING singer & songwriter- can't get tnough of this song
My favorite song from that year. I loved her music from the start, and I was overjoyed to hear Tracy on the radio again with this sweet, sexy blues song. And, she looked beautiful in the video. She's still beautiful today.
Can we seriously talk about how friggin underrated Tracy Chapman is...
100% agreed
We can. She is.
True day....she's such an icon....but she's truly succeeded in remaining humble
Agreed, just telling my daughter, she should know who this is.
Tracy Chapman went to college in Boston, and I actually saw her perform, in a subway station, just before she was "discovered". She was great then, and her music will always live on. See shied away from the music industry when they wanted her to be more "mainstream". And I agree, she is, and was, underrated. She was an overnight sensation, and I think this happens a lot, too often!
Absolutely love this tune! It's so bluesy and easy to listen to.
It's 2022 and I'm still listening to Tracy Chapman. Can't get enough!
I know right?!!! Love her music!
Love her and this song so much!
Yap
Yessss, I will never stop listening. It's definitely one of my top 10 artists ♡
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Me and my daughter love this song. Now that I’m 54 she’s 36 she is my best friend.
Here is the 2024 button.
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I need the forever button
I love this song!! All her music ❤
345pm just sitting here singing to the queen 👑 her self and her talented ban love your soul ❣️💋
I don't care who ya are,that woman is fine,talented and has a great voice ...
everyone knows that
Yes she is, smooth music.
I thought it was a dude for years
Tell em! ❤️❤️❤️
haha me too, i dont' care who ya are
Still watching this lovely lady in June 2023, and she still rocks. 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶
Man, who is that lead guitarist? Such tasteful playing; no over the top flashy licks... just pure MELODY.
She is one of the artists that has the most unique voice and singing style.
AGREE
Sounds like dog doo doo
@@cadenslover5847 not nice to talk about yourself like that.
DITTO 💯🤘
@@cadenslover5847 like you
As I listen to this, I'm back in my room of the house where I grew up, in Ohio--a rainy night, which I've always loved and I'm 17 years old again--just starting to explore my own artistic side with songs and poetry as I explored life. A memory sorta nondescript, but a good one. Music can be the gateway to another time, when everything wasn't broken and life was always fine...
Well Said 😇
@Teddy Moonbeam I can see it in my mind as I'm reading your text. ❤️
Great expression, I'm right with you! I write a little and try to play hoping one day the magic secret to play my axe like a pro will reveal itself and the rest will be history! I kinda think though that after 40 years of trying it ain't gonna happen lol!
Talent never goes out of style this is what makes this song timeless. Never gets old.
She sounded JUST as good at the Grammys last night too! Absolutely timeless!
I’m a burnt out ol’ boomer whose spirit is resurrected every time I hear you sing (with me), “Baby, just give me one reason why…” Girl, you iz cool!❤
Baby give me areason
Her star is still shining brightly! She has always been such an authentic artist. 🌹🌹
How many people rolling into 2021 still watching and loving Tracy?!?!?
new years baby
I love her 🎶🎵
TC is on one of my playlists so I can listen to her anytime❣And I would like to thank you for not calling this song a "masterpiece" or saying "you're a legend" >lol
I still love her and her songs...we had the BEST music back in the day..
Oh yes! Still love this woman!
This song reminds me of when I was like 6 and used to ride with my Aunt Donna to school every morning. She passed away in the last couple years and this song keeps her close to my heart and I thank you so much for giving it to us. One of my favorites ever anyway.
This is one of those rare songs that you just can't get out of your head- 'cuz it's SO DAMN GOOD. The lady has a voice God made for the blues.
I love Tracy's voice, timeless, sultry, raspy just to wonderful. Thank you for helping me through some of the best and worst I ever had to go through. No more cold feet.
Emanuela
YES
I don't hear any raspiness but definitely alot of soul
You're a dumb bitch
You are woman!
They just don’t make ‘em like this anymore...so much talent!
Sooooo TRUE!
This is real unfiltered talent
Key is speaking my mind
Kay*
Unfortunately!
She’s so beautiful! She was gorgeous at the Grammys!
Isn't crazy how almost every song written in the past decade or two have a relevance to our life in one way or another.
You just told the truth then.
Yes
I love this woman a great singer
Stop talking start singing
That is the secrect formula to a true masterpiece of a song.
It's. 2023 and I'm still listening. Doesn't get any better than this.
Crazzyy right?🔥🔥🔥
@@nellah3200 Faxxx
I know right.
Tracy is awesome
Me too
Still jaming to this song here in 2020 while being isolated with a glass of wine❤❤❤much love❤
Right??!!
God I love this song lol
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I'm 90s baby n yea I listen to new artist but nothing beats the music I was introduced to by my parents
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My mom loved this song. She passed away oct.3rd 2023. I play this daily for a peace of mind. Love u mom. Rip❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
God bless her soul ❤
I’m too old to go chasing you around wasting my precious energy…priceless!!!
Tracy Chapman is a treasure. The soul in her voice and delivery is just amazing
Facts you’re absolutely right .
Her voice.... Heals me... soothes me...good medicine!!
Ah yes the years before Auto-Tune
If only we could get her to Kick Out The Jams Again. Sure do Love You/Her!
Huh ? I thought Tracy was a man ?
As a kid, my mother, my babysitter, and sister would play this.
As time passes, I would hear it on the radio randomly and would uplift me the same way it always has.
Artists like Tracy make me appreciate music more and more.
The both of you are Heaven sent ! No dought!!!! God bless !! Thank you for your beautiful words of praise!! It raised me up !! Totally beautiful ! It's a blessing and a true gift from the holy spirit!!!!
The perfect intersection of soul, blues, rock and funk. One of those tunes that takes over your mind for a month....
Arturo That’s so true!
This IS Great Music
It took over the first time I heard it.....ain’t gone anywhere yet
Love her voice
yes!!...idk why but i just feel like a country blues twist to it would be amazing also!
Love. Shele
How many people been loving this artist since they can remember??
I was torn between her and Alanis Morrisett.
I've loved her since I heard her when I was a kid in the 90s. She is such a great singer❤
@@roderickrayrutledge2740 she is one of my top favs. Love her in Dogma also.
@@callieschaeppi8831 thank you Selina. I have never seen that movie or knew that Alanis was ever in one. I've been sheltered from technology for most of my life. I haven't seen television for over 11 years now. The last time I was in a movie theater was over 20 years now. I just watched a few clips. Thank you for this.❤🙏
@@callieschaeppi8831 who must you be? I am Roddy. An angel I think I am....and so are you, to bring about such urgent connections.
I've loved Tracy for so many years. she's been such a strong inspiration for my generation and beyond. thank you!!!!!!!
Same 🍃💛🍃💚🍃💚🍃💛🍃
She has a voice like no other. I love the sound of it. So mellow and soothing and you just want to sway to it. ♥♥
I’m so grateful a friend told me about this artist several years ago, and I love Tracy’s songs, especially Give me one reason, I listen to this often, her voice , and the lyrics are sublime; thank you Tracy, for your talent.😊
Anybody come from the Grammy's and staying to listen to all her music!? 😍😍😍
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Yeah, because this is her 2nd best song!!!
I’m 61 never really listened to her back in the day ( big mistake 🤦🏻♂️)….. saw that performance and had to hear more…. definitely a huge fan now… better late than never 😊….. love when you hear music that hits you individually at a different level 👍
I was just singing this and decided to show my daughter since she loves that other song
yup.