"TATE MCRAE - SPORTS CAR"

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticIn this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz explores the meteoric rise of Canadian pop star Tate McRae with her latest single "Sports Car." Born on July 1, 2003, in Calgary, McRae first gained recognition placing third on 'So You Think You Can Dance' in 2016. Her music career took off with the debut EP 'All the Things I Never Said' in 2020, followed by hits like "You Broke Me First" and "r u ok." "Sports Car," released on January 24, 2025, marks a bold shift, introducing an edgier pop sound with introspective lyrics, co-written with Julia Michaels, Grant Boutin, and Ryan Tedder. The song is part of her upcoming third album, 'So Close to What'. "Sports Car" has not only received acclaim for its sultry sound reminiscent of early 2000s pop but also for its visually striking music video directed by Bardia Zeinali. The track debuted at #24 on Global Spotify with 3.248M streams, reaching #9 on US Spotify charts and securing a spot on "New Music Friday" playlists for over 1.5 million users. Despite no confirmed positions on the Billboard Hot 100 or UK Singles Chart, the song's cultural impact, including references to the Ying Yang Twins, has sparked significant online engagement.Analytic Dreamz also discusses McRae's 2025 'Miss Possessive Tour', which sold out all North American dates almost immediately. The tour, her first in arenas, kicks off on March 18 in Mexico City, covering 50 dates across multiple continents with Zara Larsson as a special guest for the U.S. and Canada leg. Ticket prices have varied, with some resale markets showing significant demand, such as Los Angeles tickets starting at $146 on Viagogo.This segment encapsulates McRae's journey from a dance competition to global music stardom, highlighting the success of "Sports Car" and the anticipation surrounding her upcoming tour.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy