Tate McRae Defends Shocking Morgan Wallen Duet

Seven months after the release of Morgan Wallen's album "I'm the Problem," Tate McRae is addressing the fan outrage over their joint track, "What I Love." The unexpected pairing of the pop artist with the country singer, who has faced controversy, initially drew strong negative reactions on social media, with many fans expressing shock and disappointment.

In a recent interview, the 22-year-old shared that country music has always held a significant place in her life, stemming from her upbringing. She expressed a long-standing desire to explore folk and country music genres, which she still intends to do in the future.

McRae defended her collaboration with Wallen, describing it as an exciting chance to "cross genres" and emphasizing that her decision was primarily based on the song itself. She confessed to being surprised by how deeply a song could be connected to external factors. While she never met Wallen in person during the collaboration, McRae stated she doesn't regret the experience, viewing controversy as an essential part of personal growth and learning.