Tate McRae: Song-writing requires an open mind

Tate McRae: Song-writing requires an open mind Tate McRae has opened up about her approach to song-writing. 20 April 2026 Tate McRae approaches song-writing with an "open mind". Tate McRae has discussed her approach to song-writing The 22-year-old pop star believes it's important to have a "unique perspective" when it comes to song-writing and creativity. Asked how she'd define a hit song, Tate told Billboard: "You have to think with the most extreme and open mind when you're writing ... [otherwise] it's the most uninspiring work.