Fans are buzzing after discovering that Tate McRae has added two of Taylor Swift’s emotional hits — “Cruel Summer” and “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” — to her pre-show playlist for the Miss Possessive Tour. While it may seem like a simple musical pick, many are wondering: is there a deeper meaning behind this choice?
When Music Speaks Louder Than Words
Both songs are emotionally charged anthems from Taylor Swift’s catalog, delving into complex feelings of love, heartbreak, and resilience. “Cruel Summer” is a high-energy pop track laced with the turmoil of a secret, forbidden romance. Meanwhile, “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” is a bold declaration of powering through pain with dazzling defiance — a true embodiment of Swift’s warrior spirit.
Tate choosing these two songs — especially as part of her mental warm-up before taking the stage — seems to mirror the image she’s crafting: strong, emotional, and deeply expressive. It aligns seamlessly with the themes of heartbreak and growth explored in her latest work.
Coincidence or Clever Storytelling?
Tate McRae has openly expressed admiration for Taylor Swift, calling her a “master of musical storytelling.” So it’s not far-fetched to think this was a deliberate choice — a way of connecting the emotional core of Miss Possessive to Swift’s own lyrical narratives.
Some fans have even drawn parallels between Miss Possessive and Swift’s recent album The Tortured Poets Department, noting that both delve into themes of obsessive love, emotional wounds, and transformation through heartbreak. Could Tate be subtly “conversing” with Taylor through her song choices?
The Artist, the Young Woman, and the Restless Heart
At just 21, Tate McRae is emerging as more than just a performer — she’s becoming a storyteller with a powerful voice and a raw emotional lens. With her signature introspective lyrics and captivating stage presence, she’s striking a chord with a generation navigating its own tangled emotions.
Choosing Taylor Swift — a generational icon of confessional songwriting — as a quiet companion on tour feels not only like a tribute but also a signal: Tate is carving out her path with intention, honesty, and maybe, just maybe, a little broken heart of her own.
