February’s Artist of the Month is… Tate McRae

Tate Rosner McRae, born on July 1, 2003, is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and dancer. She gained fame as the first Canadian finalist on the reality show So You Think You Can Dance in 2016. McRae was signed by RCA Records after her 2017 debut song “One Day” became popular. She released two extended plays (EPs) titled All the Things I Never Said in 2020 and Too Young to Be Sad in 2021, with the latter achieving significant streaming success on Spotify and featuring the hit single “You Broke Me First,” which topped the charts in Canada and performed well in the US.

In 2022, she released her debut studio album, I Used to Think I Could Fly, which reached number 13 on the US Billboard 200. The album included the single “She’s All I Wanna Be” that made it to the Canadian top ten. Following a shift to a more pop-oriented sound, McRae released the single “Greedy,” achieving international acclaim and topping the charts in several countries. Her second studio album, Think Later, debuted in the top five in multiple countries. Upcoming albums include So Close to What, set for release on February 21, 2025

Born in Calgary, Alberta, McRae’s family moved to Oman when she was four due to her father’s work. She began dance training at the age of six and later trained at various dance schools. McRae graduated from Western Canada High School online in 2022.

Her dance career began in 2013 when she won the Mini Best Female Dancer at the Dance Awards. McRae gained recognition by performing at notable events and as a dancer in music videos. She became a finalist in So You Think You Can Dance in 2016, advancing further than any other Canadian before her. She won multiple dance awards throughout her early career.

McRae’s music career began with her YouTube channel, where she showcased original songs. Her independent debut single “One Day” gained millions of views, leading to her signing with RCA Records in 2019. She released several singles and her debut EP in January 2020, which sold out her subsequent tour. “You Broke Me First” became a major success, making her name more prominent in the music industry.

During 2021, she continued releasing music and received various nominations, including Juno Awards. The success of her second EP, Too Young to Be Sad, led to her being recognized as a rising artist. McRae’s debut album was released in May 2022, featuring several successful singles that charted well.

In 2023, she teased new music and released “Greedy,” her biggest hit to date. The song became her first official number one single worldwide. McRae’s sophomore album, Think Later, was released in December 2023, receiving positive reviews. She has also performed at major award shows and has plans for a new album and a tour in the coming years.

Outside of her career, McRae is a fan of the NHL team Calgary Flames. She has been in relationships with notable figures from the sports and music fields. Influenced by various artists, she has developed a public image as a rising star in pop music, praised for her relatable lyrics, impressive vocal abilities, and her dance skills. McRae has built a significant following online, with millions of views and streams on her music and videos.