Tate McRae Delivers Main Stage Debut at 2025 VMAs in New York

Tate McRae delivered a high-energy and visually striking main stage debut at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, performing her hit singles "Revolving Door" and "Sports Car." The Canadian pop star channeled the myth of Medusa, starting with a nearly orchestral rendition of "Revolving Door" surrounded by stone-like statues that came to life as she transitioned into the dynamic and fiery "Sports Car." Her performance featured intense choreography with nearly naked male dancers, acrobatic moves, and dramatic stage effects such as black sand and pyrotechnics, earning her praise for showcasing her skills as a singer and dancer. McRae wore a white strapless bikini adorned with jewels, complementing the theme and energy of the set at New York’s UBS Arena. The performance highlighted songs from her third studio album, So Close to What, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, and included collaborations with notable songwriters like Julia Michaels and Ryan Tedder. McRae, who received multiple VMA nominations including Song of the Year and Best Pop Artist, has solidified her status as a rising pop icon with this memorable and powerful show.