McRae caught the attention of RCA Records in 2019 after her 2017 song "One Day" gained virality on YouTube and TikTok, preceding the release of her debut extended play, all the things i never said. McRae soon gained wider recognition after her 2020 single "You Broke Me First" became an international hit, peaking at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 2021, McRae was the youngest musician featured on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list. Her second EP, too young to be sad, was the most streamed female EP of 2021 on Spotify. Her debut studio album, i used to think i could fly, was released on May 27, 2022. The album was met with positive reviews from critics, reached the top 10 in various countries, and entered at number thirteen on the US Billboard 200. Her 2023 single, "greedy" achieved further success on the chart, preceding the release of her second studio album, Think Later.
McRae has named Post Malone, The Weeknd, Khalid, Jessie Reyez, and Jeremy Zucker as her biggest musical influences. She cites Zendaya and Dua Lipa as all-around influences and has described both women as her biggest idols, noting that she looks up to them in all aspects of life. She has also named Bruno Mars, Madonna, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, Ciara, Jennifer Lopez, and Justin Timberlake as inspirations for bringing dance into her performances while naming Taylor Swift, Julia Michaels, and Alec Benjamin as songwriting inspirations. Further, McRae has called herself a "huge fan" of Swift and described her as "one of the greatest songwriters." McRae has also expressed an admiration for Billie Eilish.
McRae has been described as "the teen dance star turned future pop idol" by i-D, "the new teen queen" by Notion, "Canada's answer to Billie Eilish" by Elle, and "one of pop's bright young hopes" by The Independent. She has also been noted for her honest lyrics, impressive vocals, and relatable music. Additionally, McRae has received considerable acclaim as a dancer, and has been praised by artist, dancer, and choreographer Paula Abdul who declared her a "gift from God", and choreographers such as Stacey Tookey and Blake McGrath both of whom stated that she's talented beyond her years, with the latter describing her as "one of the best dancers he has ever worked with" as well as two-time Emmy winner Travis Wall who has named her as one of his muses. Margaret Furher of Dance Spirit Magazine described her dancing as virtuosic both technically and artistically. As of December 2023, her YouTube channel has over 1.25 billion views and has gained over 6.7 billion career streams across all platforms.
vicious
Tate McRae Lyrics
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Watchin' you beg on your knees, oh my
Wipe my tongue 'cross your teeth
Just a little taste to remember me by
I'm the ice in your glass
I'm like the sand through your hands, oh my
Didn't know what you had
Gotta live with that for the rest of your life
I won't, won't lie
Last night I cried a little
Now I, I'm fine
Let you push me to the edge, 'bout to lose my mind
Understand it's out of your hands
Sleep tight where you've made your bed
Last kiss, leave your lips blood-red
Burning bridges, breaking dishes
Look, you made me something vicious
Understand it's out of your hands
Waste my time, better pay me respect
Last kiss, leave your lips blood-red
Burning bridges, breaking dishes
Look, you made me something vicious
Push you right to the edge
See you starting to sweat, oh my
Glad you have your regrets
Hope you feel like that 'til the day that you die
I'm the ice down your back
I'm like the sand through your hands, oh my
Didn't know what you had
Gotta live with that for the rest of your life
I won't, won't lie
Last night I cried a little
Now I, I'm fine
Let you push me to the edge, 'bout to lose my mind
Understand it's out of your hands
Sleep tight where you've made your bed
Last kiss, leave your lips blood-red
Burning bridges, breaking dishes
Look, you made me something vicious
Understand it's out of your hands
Waste my time, better pay me respect
Last kiss, leave your lips blood-red
Burning bridges, breaking dishes
Look, you made me something vicious
I won't, won't lie (won't lie)
Last night I cried a little
Now I, I'm fine
Let you push me to the edge, 'bout to lose my mind
Understand it's out of your hands
Sleep tight where you've made your bed
Last kiss, leave your lips blood-red
Burning bridges, breaking dishes
Look, you made me something vicious
Understand it's out of your hands
Waste my time, better pay me respect
Last kiss, leave your lips blood-red
Burning bridges, breaking dishes
Look, you made me something vicious
In Tate McRae's song "Vicious," the lyrics convey the message of being wronged by someone and the desire for revenge. The chorus is about the singer not hiding her emotions and pushing the person who wronged her to the edge, causing them to feel regret and remorse for their actions. The singer explains that she is like ice in the person's glass or sand through their hands, always slipping away from their grasp. The song emphasizes the consequences of their actions and the idea that once they have lost the singer's trust, it cannot be regained. The fiery imagery used in the chorus of the singer burning bridges and breaking dishes symbolizes the anger and frustration she feels towards the person who wronged her.
Throughout the song, the singer's tone is unapologetic and strong, but there is also a hint of sadness and disappointment. She admits to crying a little the night before, but ultimately decides to take control of the situation and not let the person who wronged her get away with it. The lyrics suggest that the person who wronged the singer is now forced to live with the consequences of their actions forever.
Overall, "Vicious" is about reclaiming power and seeking revenge after being wronged by someone. The song emphasizes the lasting impact that hurtful actions can have on a relationship and the importance of respecting others.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, it stung, now it's sweet
Although our relationship ended painfully, it eventually became something enjoyable for me.
Watchin' you beg on your knees, oh my
I enjoyed seeing you plead and beg for my forgiveness.
Wipe my tongue 'cross your teeth
I want to leave an unforgettable taste in your mouth so that you remember me forever.
Just a little taste to remember me by
I want you to remember me and the impact I had on you with just a small reminder.
I'm the ice in your glass
I am the chilling reminder of our past relationship that will always be present in your life.
I'm like the sand through your hands, oh my
I slip through your fingers like sand, and you can never hold onto me again.
Didn't know what you had
You never realized what you had until I was gone.
Gotta live with that for the rest of your life
You have to live with the regret and pain of losing me forever.
Understand it's out of your hands
You must come to terms with the fact that there is nothing you can do to change what has happened between us.
Sleep tight where you've made your bed
You must deal with the consequences of your actions and live with the choices you have made.
Last kiss, leave your lips blood-red
Our final exchange will leave you feeling hurt and scarred.
Burning bridges, breaking dishes
We are completely cutting ties with each other and destroying any evidence of our past relationship.
Look, you made me something vicious
Your actions have turned me into a cruel and unforgiving person.
Waste my time, better pay me respect
If you want to be a part of my life, you need to show me respect and not waste my time.
Push you right to the edge
I'm going to push you beyond your comfort zone.
See you starting to sweat, oh my
I enjoy seeing you struggle and suffer under the pressure I am putting on you.
Glad you have your regrets
I am satisfied knowing that you regret what you did to me.
Hope you feel like that 'til the day that you die
I want you to always feel the pain of losing me and the regret of your actions.
I won't, won't lie
I am being completely honest and truthful with you.
Last night I cried a little
I felt emotional and sad about the end of our relationship.
Now I, I'm fine
However, I am now okay and moving on with my life without you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: James John Jr. Abrahart, Lathan Moses Stanley Echols, Tate McRae, Mark Jr. Nilan, Victoria Riann Zaro
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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