Is Tracy Chapman Married? What We Know About The Singer's Love Life

After years of privacy, Singer and songwriter Tracy Chapman's name is back in the headlines following her noteworthy duet with country singer Luke Combs at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards. As you may recall, Combs released his own version of Chapman's iconic 1988 hit, "Fast Car," in April 2023. The new rendition achieved great success, even prompting Chapman to sing its praise. "I never expected to find myself on the country charts, but I'm honored to be there," Chapman told Billboard. "I'm happy for Luke and his success and grateful that new fans have found and embraced 'Fast Car.'" Following such great acclaim, it only seemed natural that the two stars would partner up and deliver the performance of a lifetime at one of the most highly anticipated awards shows. Never forget the likes of Oprah Winfrey and Taylor Swift, vibing out in the audience, singing along to every word. 

Alas, following the flawless performance, many are once again clamoring to know more about the mostly reclusive Chapman, including all of the details about her personal life. Here's everything we know regarding the legendary singer's mysterious love life. 

Over the years, Tracy Chapman has earned the reputation of being a fiercely private celebrity. "Being in the public eye and under the glare of the spotlight was, and it still is, to some extent, uncomfortable for me, but there are some ways by which everything that has happened in my life has prepared me for this career," she revealed to The Irish Times in 2015. "But I am a bit shy," the singer confessed. 

Due to Chapman's commitment to keeping her personal life under wraps, it's still unclear whether or not Chapman is currently married or even in a relationship. However, we are privy to a snippet of Chapman's love life by way of the famous novelist, short story writer, and poet Alice Walker who spoke out about her romance with Chapman. In 2006, Walker spoke warmly about her time with the "Give Me One Reason" crooner to The Guardian. "I loved it too. Absolutely," she declared about the relationship. But that's not all. Walker also scoffed at the notion that the love affair was intentionally kept quiet, noting that it was only quiet to the journalist because she didn't live in their area. "It was delicious and lovely and wonderful, and I totally enjoyed it, and I was completely in love with her, but it was not anybody's business but ours," Walker carefully added. As for now, however, the jury is still out regarding the current status of Tracy Chapman's love life. Alexa, play "For My Lover" by Tracy Chapman.