Tracy Chapman – Tracy Chapman (Cassette, 1988, Elektra 60774-4 / 9 60774-4)

Why This Tape Matters
Landmark singer-songwriter debut blending folk rock with socially conscious songwriting and stripped-down acoustic arrangements. Features the enduring singles “Fast Car,” “Talkin' About A Revolution,” and “Baby Can I Hold You.”

Collector Note
1988 US SR cassette release on Elektra with Dolby HX Pro and B NR. Original-era issue from one of the defining folk-rock albums of the late 1980s.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Tape: VG+ light wear, fully playable
Case: VG+ light shelf wear
J-Card: VG+ clean with minor wear

Technical Details
Format: Cassette, Album, SR, Dolby HX Pro, B NR
Label: Elektra – 60774-4 / 9 60774-4
Country: US
Released: 1988
Genre: Rock
Style: Folk Rock, Alternative Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist

Side A
Talkin' About A Revolution – 2:38
Fast Car – 4:58
Across The Lines – 3:22
Behind The Wall – 1:46
Baby Can I Hold You – 3:16

Side B
Mountains O' Things – 4:37
She's Got Her Ticket – 3:54
Why? – 2:01
For My Lover – 3:15
If Not Now... – 2:55
For You – 3:09

Shipping & Handling
Shipped in protective cassette bag
Packed securely for safe delivery

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