Tate McRae Earns First Grammy Nomination
Tate McRae received her first Grammy nomination on Friday morning for best dance pop recording with the song “Just Keep Watching” from the movie F1, starring Brad Pitt.
Grammy Nomination Details
The nomination came as a surprise because it was not for any track from her third studio album, So Close to What, which was completely shut out this year despite being her most successful to date.
“Grammy nominated!!!!!! @recordingacademy,” Tate McRae shared on her Instagram Stories Friday afternoon.
Album Success and Tour
So Close to What is her first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 Chart. The album includes singles like “Revolving Door,” “It’s OK I’m OK,” and “Sports Car.” Its promotion featured performances on SNL, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and the VMAs.
Additional Achievements
- The nominated song also earned Tate McRae VMA wins for Song of the Summer and Best Editing in September.
- At the 2026 Grammy Awards, she is nominated alongside artists like Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco (“Bluest Flame”), Lady Gaga (“Abracadabra”), Zara Larsson (“Midnight Sun”), and PinkPantheress (“Illegal”).
Regarding Best New Artist Category
Though it may appear she was snubbed for Best New Artist, McRae was not eligible, having been submitted three times previously, which is the maximum allowed.
Summary
Tate McRae’s first Grammy nomination highlights her rising success, despite her most acclaimed album being overlooked, showing the unpredictable nature of awards recognition.