Sometimes a breakup with a romantic partner can catalyze other changes in someone's life. Maybe the person wants a change of scenery following the end of a relationship. Now that popular country singer Kelsea Ballerini has split with her on again, off again beau Chase Stokes, she's based in New York City. Did the Tennessee native, 32, leave her home state for good?
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Ballerini recently tackled that subject on Friday, March 20, at Manhattan's storied Carnegie Hall. The occasion was "An Evening with the Grand Ole Opry." Per Knox News, "The event was just the fourth time ever that the Opry has taken on the Carnegie Hall stage."
Ballerini Spoke About Her Relocation to the Carnegie Hall Audience
Per the outlet, she said, "Ever since I was a little kid and I got to here for the first time, I always promised myself that I would do a season or a chapter of life in the city and that season and chapter is right now." Ballerini sounded jubilant to be amidst one of the most exciting and hectic urban environments in the world.
She declared, "I don't know how long it's gonna last, but I'm really happy to be here!"
Her Early Years Were Spent in Knoxville
Kelsea Ballerini was born in Mascot, Tennessee, on September 12, 1993. Her youth was spent in Knoxville. She attended Central High School, according to the outlet. She subsequently headed for Music City to further her career. Now Ballerini is content to be ensconced in New York.
Is She Regrouping and Resetting?
Last year, Kelsea Ballerini was on Today with Jenna & Friends. She talked about taking time to unwind and enjoy life. At the time, she said, "I need a break! And I've never been able to say that before, but I really think it's just time for me to pump the brakes, figure out what's next, have a summer, what? Go to the beach? Huh? Learn to cook a new meal, hang out with the dogs. So that's kind of my agenda."
Maybe the singer is in a new phase like that one. Guess we will just have to wait and see!
