Tracy Chapman's debut album turns 35: Watch these iconic performances

Today is the 35th anniversary of Tracy Chapman's debut album!

On April 4, 1990, singer-songwriter Tracy Chapman's self-titled album was shared with the world. 35 years later, Chapman's debut album is being reissued on vinyl for both new and existing fans.

To celebrate this milestone, Out presents a list of our favorite live performances from the Grammy Award winner, ranging from 1988 to the present day.

Scroll through to relive some beautiful moments from the one and only Tracy Chapman.

"Baby Can I Hold You" (1998)

This particular video of Chapman performing "Baby Can I Hold You" at the Amnesty International event in Paris in December 1998 has over 209 million views on YouTube.

"Give Me One Reason" (1999)

Chapman and Eric Clapton performed "Give Me One Reason" at the Special Olympics Gala in Washington, DC on December 17, 1998. The song went on to peak at No. 3 on the Billbaord Hot 100.

"Sweet Home Chicago" (2012)

Chapman, Bonnie Raitt, Jeff Beck, and Beth Hart performed "Sweet Home Chicago" together in honor of Buddy Guy at the 35th annual Kennedy Center Honors in 2012.

"My Hometown" (2004)

This fan video of Chapman and Bruce Springsteen performing "My Hometown" on stage has over 5 million views.

"Behind The Wall" (1988)

"Behind the Wall" from Chapman's beloved Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute Concert set also made it to her debut album.

"Fast Car" (2024)

Chapman's most recently televised performance was at the 66th Grammy Awards ceremony in 2024, where she performed "Fast Car" alongside Luke Combs, whose cover of her song reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.