What is the best Tate McRae album to start with?

The best album to start with is "I Used to Think I Could Fly" (2022). It's the most representative of what makes Tate McRae worth hearing.

How many albums does Tate McRae have?

Tate McRae has 33 releases in their discography, including 3 albums and 2 EPs.

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Q: Who is Tate McRae for?

If you're into dance-pop and alternative pop, Tate McRae is worth your time. McRae’s music pulsates with rhythmic cadences and layered synths, driving forward with an infectious energy that compels movement while maintaining an undercurrent of emotional depth.

alternative pop, dance-pop

Canada

"McRae’s music pulsates with rhythmic cadences and layered synths, driving forward with an infectious energy that compels movement while maintaining an undercurrent of emotional depth."

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Think Later

2023

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About Tate McRae

Tate McRae matters in the contemporary music landscape for her ability to distill the complexities of youth into captivating pop anthems that resonate with a generation navigating love, heartbreak, and self-discovery.

Her relatable narratives have carved out a space where vulnerability is celebrated, encouraging listeners to confront their own emotions and experiences.

Her relatable narratives have carved out a space where vulnerability is celebrated, encouraging listeners to confront their own emotions and experiences. By tapping into the pulse of adolescent life, she has become a voice for those seeking authenticity in an often-filtered world. Musically, McRae approaches her craft with a blend of polished production and raw emotion, pairing catchy hooks with introspective lyrics. This balance creates an inviting atmosphere that draws listeners in while still allowing room for reflection. Her collaboration with producers who understand the dance-pop sensibility enhances her sound, creating tracks that feel both dynamic and intimate, inviting movement without sacrificing depth. In her songwriting, McRae often explores themes of young love, heartache, and personal growth, weaving them together with a candid yet relatable tone. She employs a storytelling approach that feels immediate and personal, often striking a balance between sincerity and irony, capturing the essence of teenage angst with clarity. The result is a collection of songs that feel like diary entries set to infectious beats.

3 studio albums· 33 total releases· 8 years· Canada

Full discography

Tate McRae's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

33 releases • 3 albums • 2 EPS • 2017–2025

Discography may be incomplete (3 of ~4 albums indexed)

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Too Young to Be Sad

2021

All the Things I Never Said

2020

Singles ()

Essential Tate McRae albums

I Used to Think I Could Fly

2022

If you've heard I Used to Think I Could Fly, try Think Later — Continues the exploration of young adulthood with fresh sounds and themes.

Songs to start with

If you'd rather pick a song than an album.

1

"cut my hair" — from Think Later (2023)

establishes the sonic palette early
2

"don’t come back" — from I Used to Think I Could Fly (2022)

accessible entry with immediate hook
3

"Miss possessive" — from So Close to What (2025)

establishes the sonic palette early
4

"bad ones" — from Too Young to Be Sad (2021)

establishes the sonic palette early

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Tate McRae

Start here

Think Later

About Tate McRae

Full discography

Albums ()

So Close to What

Think Later

I Used to Think I Could Fly

EPs ()

Too Young to Be Sad

All the Things I Never Said

Singles ()

Just Keep Watching

Revolving Door

Sports Car

It's OK I'm OK

Exes

Greedy

10:35

Chaotic

She's All I Wanna Be

Feel like Shit

You

Rubberband

R U OK

Lie to Me

Don't Be Sad

Vicious

You Broke Me First

All My Friends Are Fake

Tear Myself Apart

Kids Are Alright

Slip

Stupid

Drown

Teenage Mind

Shoulder to Shoulder

One Day

Hard to Find

Hung Up on You

Essential Tate McRae albums

I Used to Think I Could Fly

Songs to start with