Kelsea Ballerini’s new song ‘Baggage’ hints at a major relationship milestone with her boyfriend, ‘Outer Banks’ actor Chase Stokes.
When asked if they’ve taken the next step in their relationship, Ballerini confirmed, “Oh, we’re unpacked, baby!”
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For Ballerini, Patterns marks a fresh start, shedding her old self-doubts and embracing love without reservations. Stokes also shared his admiration on social media, praising Ballerini’s courage and honesty.
His heartfelt words capture the deep connection between the pair, adding to the emotional resonance of Ballerini’s new release.
The album follows her Grammy-nominated EP Rolling Up the Welcome Mat, where she first bared her heart post-divorce. Now, with ‘Patterns’, Ballerini takes listeners through the next stage of her journey, unfiltered and unapologetic.
At this stage, she says, she’s “taking inventory” of her world—exploring what she loves, what feels challenging, and what she wants to change. This collection marks a new, vulnerable side of Ballerini as she redefines herself both personally and professionally, making Patterns an album filled with raw, relatable honesty.
-Sushmita Sarkar