"The Transformation: Tate McRae's Unwanted Metamorphosis into Cardi B"

Tate McRae, the delightful Canadian singer and dancer, was born on July 1, 2003. A 21-year-old woman of incredible talent, with an enchanting voice that resonates with the young and old alike. She's known for her mesmerizing brown eyes paired with her striking blonde hair, iconic features that truly set her apart. She was born and brought up in Calgary, Canada, in a family deeply involved in arts and performance. Her father, Todd McRae, is a businessman, while her mother, Tanja Rosner, was a professional dancer once upon a time. The dynamic resonance of her lifestyle was visible in her attire, an elegant ensemble of denim overalls, a black turtleneck and white sneakers, a reflection of her casual yet exquisite style. Her story took a bizarre turn when, while performing her hit song, "You Broke Me First," her voice began to shift mid-sentence. "Maybe you don't like talking too much abou..." She stopped singing, her voice now alien to her own, reminiscent of a distinctly unique rapper. She continued, but the lyrics had changed, as well as the tone. It was as if she had become Cardi B. Cardi B, a rap sensation, historical in her genre, was born as Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar on October 11, 1992. Already in her 32nd year, Cardi B had never been shy about her Bronx, New York roots. Her hair color changes as often as her style, a blend of charismatic and audacious fashion sense typically reflected in her neon wigs. She's known for her bold brown eyes, always adorned with exotic and adventurous makeup. Suddenly, in her Cardi B-induced form, Tate found herself rapping the lyrics of Cardi B's uncensored hits, “Now from the top, make it drop, that’s some wet-ass...,” before abruptly stopping, her eyes wide. She wore an outfit similar to something Cardi B would wear— a flamboyant and bold designer bodysuit glittering with jewels, a far cry from the casual chic style she preferred. Tate, feeling confused and sad, didn't want this change, she didn't want to become Cardi B. Even though she respected Cardi's work, she desired the comfort of her own skin, her own voice, and her own identity. She longed to go back to delivering soulful songs, rather than high-energy rap. She realized then the price of fame— the fear of losing her self amidst the expectation of transforming into something she's not. She swore to fight this unwarranted transformation, to retain her identity as Tate McRae, the proud Canadian singer, not as a replica of Cardi B.