Tate McRaeBest Tate McRae Albums Ranked

So Close To What

thelineofbestfit

8.0

“Once an infrequent alt-pop star, she’s finally broken through via her stage presence and ability to craft a shiny banger. 2023’s lukewarm LP THINK LATER relied on generic pop tropes, but recent singles have sharpened her vision – “It’s ok I’m ok” and “2 hands” were bombastic, but “Sports car” was score-settling. So Close To What, her third album, is a sleek and flirty collection that proves “greed”

So Close To What

nme

8.0

“Tate McRae was just a toddler when the Pussycat Dolls dropped ‘Buttons’, but the nostalgic reference suits the now-21-year-old her like a glove – just one listen to her latest single ‘Sports Car’ will make it obvious why fans’ mash-ups with ‘Buttons’ are so popular. Like Nicole Scherzinger’s posse, the Canadian artist has killer dance moves and a flair for sultry, self-confident club pop. This sou”

THINK LATER

nme

8.0

“When she began uploading music online in 2017, Tate McRae’s signature asset became her technical dance skills – which soon defined her in a crowded landscape. Even within the whirlpool of social media, the Calgary native stood out: at age 13, she came in third place on the reality competition series, So You Think You Can Dance; half a decade later, she began initiating her ascent towards the mains”

So Close To What

rollingstone

7.0

“Pop star's latest So Close To What is a fast-moving set of darkly-hued pop”

i used to think i could fly

thelineofbestfit

7.0

“I Used to Think I Could Fly sees Tate McRae streamline her sound”

i used to think i could fly

pitchfork

6.8

“Even when she’s singing about self-loathing, the 18-year-old pop star and dancer exudes a swagger. Her full-length debut proves she’s capable of transcending online virality.”

So Close To What

Ryan1Nunez

7.0

“It’s an album to get you in a mood, it's dancy, it has that 2000s r&b/pop sound, vocals on point, lyrics are fine, definitely her most commercially appealing project. Production can be a little repetitive tho, not gonna lie. She really hit that sweet spot of Nostalgic Pop Music. “So Close” invokes the charm and execution of Spears’ “Britney,” or more specifically Furtado’s “Loose.” It’s sharp and well-toned. “So Close To What” is probably one of her most confident and matured project yet.”

SO CLOSE TO WHAT??? (deluxe)

Ryan1Nunez

7.8

“Tate McRae’s new album So Close To What (Deluxe Edition) feels like a confident upgrade to an already strong album. The new tracks add more emotion and attitude without feeling like extras, showing off her blend of sharp pop hooks and honest vulnerability. It’s polished, catchy, and proves she’s continuing to grow into her own lane. Favs from Standard: Revolving Door, Greenlight, Bloodonmyhands, Dear God, & Nostalgia Favs from Deluxe: Tit For Tat, Horseshoe, & Anything But Love”

THINK LATER

Ryan1Nunez

6.1

“Arguably one of her best and shows ALOT of growth from her first album”