Tate McRae received her first-ever Grammy nomination, although it wasn’t in the category fans expected.
On Friday morning, the Canadian pop star scored a nod for Best Dance Pop Recording Just keep watchingher song from Brad Pitt’s upcoming movie F1.
The song has already been a hit, winning Song of the Summer and Best Editing at the VMAs. Sharing her excitement on Instagram, McRae wrote, “Nominated for a GRAMMY!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!! @recordingacademy.”
At the 2026 Grammy Awards, she will compete against Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco. Blue flameLady Gaga mascotZara Larsson Midnight sunAnd PinkPantheress illegal.
This recognition surprised fans since her album topped the charts Very close to what – Her third studio release and first Billboard 200 No. 1 – Completely.
The album was released on February 21, and features the singles Revolving door, it’s okay, I’m okayand sports car.
McRae was not a nominee for Best New Artist either, as it had already been submitted three times, making her up to the eligibility cap.
Currently, the 21-year-old is wrapping up her So Close to What World Tour, which kicked off on March 18 in Mexico City and concludes on November 8 in Inglewood, California. The tour includes her latest single, Tit to tatis rumored to be about a breakup.
As she celebrates her first Grammy Award, McRae is wrapping up a remarkable year marked by record success, sold-out shows, and a defining moment on music’s biggest stage.