Kelsea Ballerini is an American country-pop singer and songwriter. She was born on September 12, 1993, in Mascot, Tennessee, and began writing songs when she was 13 years old. Ballerini moved to Nashville, Tennessee, after high school to pursue a career in music.
Ballerini released her debut single, "Love Me Like You Mean It," in 2014, which became a hit and reached the top of the Billboard Country Airplay chart. Her debut album, "The First Time," was released in 2015 and included the hit singles "Dibs" and "Peter Pan."
Since then, Ballerini has released three more albums, "Unapologetically" (2017), "Kelsea" (2020), and "ballerini" (2021).
She has also received numerous awards and nominations, including multiple Academy of Country Music Awards and Country Music Association Awards.
Ballerini has collaborated with other artists such as Halsey, Kenny Chesney, and the Chainsmokers. She is known for her catchy pop-infused country sound and her relatable lyrics that often touch on themes of love, heartbreak, and female empowerment.
