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Kelsea Ballerini Drops Emotional New Single 'Sorry, Mom'

Kelsea Ballerini arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023, at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)

Kelsea Ballerini has recently released a heartfelt new single titled “Sorry, Mom,” where she opens up about her past mistakes and expresses gratitude for her current happiness. The song serves as a touching letter to her mother, with Ballerini apologizing for her past actions and reassuring her that everything has turned out well. In a poignant chorus, she mentions her boyfriend, Chase Stokes, and how he has earned her mother's approval.

Before the official release of the track, Ballerini took to Instagram to share her excitement, calling “Sorry, Mom” her favorite song she has ever written. Following the release, she celebrated with her mother, highlighting the personal significance of the song.

Stokes, known for his role in Outer Banks, also showed his support for Ballerini's new single, describing it as “absolute magic” and encouraging his followers to appreciate their mothers.

The song serves as a touching letter to her mother, expressing gratitude and apologies.
Kelsea Ballerini's heartfelt new single 'Sorry, Mom' explores her past and present emotions.
Ballerini's boyfriend, Chase Stokes, supports her new single and praises its magic.

The couple first sparked dating rumors in January 2023 and confirmed their relationship a month later. Ballerini's upcoming album, Patterns, is set to be released on October 25 and “Sorry, Mom” is the lead single from the album.

In an interview, Ballerini shared that Patterns offers an authentic portrayal of her life, contrary to the expectation of a solely happy and romantic record. She expressed pride in showcasing the complexities of her experiences and emotions through her music.

Accompanying the album announcement, Ballerini teased fans with the cover art featuring her lounging on a stack of suitcases on a beach at sunset, embodying a sense of wanderlust and introspection.

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