3 album covers in our archive
Tate McRae is featured in Behind the Covers' archive with 3 album covers from the 2020s. Released across RCA Records, the artwork sits in the pop tradition. Each cover is documented in our archive with design notes covering photography, controversial, minimalist, portrait, iconic, debut album. Below you'll find the full story behind each Tate McRae cover — designers, photographers, label history, and the visual choices that defined the release.
The artwork for McRae's chart-topping album was photographed in October 2025 with creative directors Ludovic de Saint Sernin and Ignacio Muñoz. Three days after release, McRae controversially swapped the original back-facing cover for a simpler front-facing version, later returning to the original design.
Tate McRae chose to pose with hockey knee pads painted with the album title as a tribute to her Calgary roots. The shoot was captured in October 2023, creating a striking visual of her standing over white goalie pads with blue lettering.
The debut album cover for Tate McRae's breakthrough record revealed alongside the album title on April 1, 2022. The artwork supported her emotionally raw debut exploring themes of growing up, heartbreak, and self-discovery.
