Tracy Chapman was the self-titled debut album by the singer and was first released in 1988. The music stood out for its sparse folk sound and socially engaged lyrics. The album included songs such as Fast Car, Talkin' 'bout a Revolution and Baby Can I Hold You. Her breakthrough came after a performance at the Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute concert in June 1988. Tracy Chapman reached number one in both the United States and the United Kingdom. The album earned her three Grammy Awards in 1989, including Best New Artist.