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Tracy Chapman

folk-rock singer, songwriter
Born: 3/20/1964
Birthplace: Cleveland, Ohio

Grammy Award-winning folk-rock singer and songwriter known for her rich alto voice and her socially conscious lyrics. Her recordings include Tracy Chapman (1988),Crossroads (1989), New Beginning (1995), and Where You Live (2005).

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