Tate McRae Secures First Grammy Nomination, Despite ‘So Close’ Snub
Tate McRae has achieved a significant milestone in her career by securing her first Grammy nomination. This recognition is for the best dance pop recording category with her track “Just Keep Watching,” featured in the movie F1, which stars Brad Pitt. McRae expressed her excitement on Instagram, thanking the Recording Academy for the nomination.
Tate’s Exciting Grammy Nomination
The 2026 Grammy Awards will see McRae competing against notable artists. Her competitors include:
- Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco for “Bluest Flame”
- Lady Gaga for “Abracadabra”
- Zara Larsson for “Midnight Sun”
- PinkPantheress for “Illegal”
This nomination stands out as a surprise, especially since her highly acclaimed album, So Close to What, did not receive any nominations. This album marks McRae’s most successful release, achieving her first No. 1 position on the Billboard 200 Chart.
About “So Close to What”
Released on February 21, the album features hit singles including:
- “Revolving Door”
- “It’s OK I’m OK”
- “Sports Car”
During its promotional phase, McRae delivered remarkable performances on shows such as:
- SNL
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
- The VMAs
Notable Achievements and Tour Details
Despite not securing nominations for her album or in the best new artist category, McRae’s accomplishments are noteworthy. She had previously reached the submission limit for best new artist, having been nominated three times.
The Canadian singer is currently on her So Close to What world tour. The tour began on March 18 in Mexico City and is set to wrap up on November 8 in Inglewood, California. During this tour, she has included her latest single, “Tit for Tat,” rumored to be about a recent breakup.
Tate McRae’s Grammy nomination highlights her remarkable journey and accomplishments in the music industry, promising an exciting future ahead.
