Kelsea Ballerini reveals Song Inspiration Stemmed From First date Jitters with Chase Stokes
Country star Kelsea Ballerini recently offered fans a glimpse into the early stages of her relationship with Outer Banks actor Chase Stokes, revealing the inspiration behind her song “how Do I Do This.” The singer shared a throwback TikTok video from January 7, 2023, documenting her preparations for their first official date.
Posted in August 2023, the video shows Ballerini sending a pre-date update to a close friend. The caption read, “Happy weekend, heres a video i sent to my best friend before my first date with chase.”
The clip is set to “How Do I Do This,” a song that Ballerini has described as being about navigating a first date after a period of being single. In the video,she models her outfit,stating,”Here’s the look,with the boots,” while checking her reflection in a full-length mirror.
She then showcases her hairstyle, adding, “We’ve got the hair clip, as we’re trying to be a cool girl.”
Ballerini continued to narrate to her friend,explaining the date’s plans: “He’s picking me up and we’re going to a sushi place and I’ll call you tomorrow and for a full update.”
Visibly attempting to calm her nerves, she takes a deep breath and declares, “I can do this. I can do this.” She then playfully dances and reassures herself, “Its just a date. You just go and you just eat food and you talk about things that you do, OK?”
“How Do I Do This” resonated with many listeners, offering a relatable portrayal of the anxieties and excitement surrounding new romantic connections.The TikTok reveal provides a personal and charming backstory to the song’s creation, connecting it directly to a pivotal moment in Ballerini’s relationship.
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