Tracy Chapman – Matters Of The Heart (CD, 1992, Elektra 9 61215-2, US)

Why This CD Matters
Matters Of The Heart is Tracy Chapman's third studio album, released in 1992 following her breakthrough debut and Crossroads. Chapman wrote the album's ten songs, with Jimmy Iovine sharing production duties and musicians including Mike Campbell, Tony Levin, Vernon Reid, Manu Katché, and Bobby Womack contributing to the sessions. Songs including “Bang Bang Bang,” “Woman's Work,” and “Dreaming On A World” continue Chapman's combination of personal songwriting and socially focused themes.

Collector Note
This U.S. CD edition was issued by Elektra under catalog number 9 61215-2 on April 28, 1992. The album was mastered by Bob Ludwig and features a ten-track program running from “Bang Bang Bang” through the title track. Matrix/runout information has not been specified for this copy.

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

Condition & Details
CD: VG+
Case: VG+
Booklet: VG+

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album
Label: Elektra – 9 61215-2
Country: US
Released: Apr 28, 1992
Genre: Rock, Pop, Folk, World, & Country
Style: Folk Rock, Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Bang Bang Bang – 4:21
So – 3:26
I Used To Be A Sailor – 3:56
The Love That You Had – 4:11
Woman's Work – 2:01
If These Are The Things – 4:40
Short Supply – 4:23
Dreaming On A World – 5:03
Open Arms – 4:34
Matters Of The Heart – 6:59

Shipping & Handling
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Shipped in protective CD bags.
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