Tracy Chapman's iconic song, "Fast Car," has found renewed success on the charts 35 years after its initial release. The song, which climbed to number six on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1988, has now reached new heights thanks to a cover by country singer Luke Combs. Combs' version of "Fast Car" has topped Billboard's Country Airplay chart and sits at number two on the Hot 100. This unexpected achievement has also made Chapman the first black woman to hold a sole songwriting credit on a number one country hit.

Chapman expressed her surprise and gratitude for the song's belated success, stating that she never expected to find herself on the country charts but is honored to be there. Combs' cover has definitely brought new fans to the timeless song, which explores themes of poverty, dreams, and escape.

"Fast Car" has been covered by various artists over the years, including Sam Smith, Justin Bieber, and Jonas Blue. However, Combs' rendition has proved to be particularly popular and has reignited interest in Chapman's music.

This remarkable achievement further solidifies Combs' burgeoning career in country music, following the success of his 2017 album "This One's For You" and his multiple award wins, including the Country Music Association's song of the year for "Beautiful Crazy."

As "Fast Car" continues to captivate listeners, both old and new, it raises the question: Can Tracy Chapman's timeless song find success once again?