Pop artist Tate McRae, 21, has hinted at a possible collaboration with country singer Morgan Wallen, stirring discussion among fans. The speculation arose after McRae posted an Instagram Story featuring an orange Tennessee Volunteers jersey with "T8" (referring to Tate) and "MW" (Morgan Wallen's initials) on it.
This tease aligns with Wallen's previous announcement that his upcoming album, 'I'm The Problem,' due May 16, 2025, will include a duet with a female artist whose identity he has kept secret. Wallen previously teased that the album would include a duet with a female artist, stating no one had guessed correctly.
McRae's "T8" jersey is a signature item, with fans often wearing them to her concerts. Wallen, a Tennessee native, supports the Tennessee Volunteers. The potential collaboration has sparked mixed reactions, with some fans questioning the pairing due to Wallen's past controversies, including a 2021 incident where he was caught using a racial slur and a March 2025 incident where he abruptly left the stage during Saturday Night Live. Wallen is releasing a new song with Post Malone, “I Ain't Comin' Back,” on April 18.