Looking for You

About this song

Chris Young co-wrote the song with Emily Weisband, James McNair and Chris DeStefano, who also produced it. It was released to country radio on January 12, 2023 as the lead single from his ninth studio album, Young Love & Saturday Nights, and was his first solo single since "Drowning" in 2019. The writing session took place in May 2022 at DeStefano's studio, and the writers said they were inspired by Johnny Lee's "Lookin' for Love" from the Urban Cowboy soundtrack.

What it's about

The song celebrates a man who finds a lasting love when he isn't actually looking for one in a night spot. Billboard's Tom Roland noted an unexpected chord and melodic twist at the end of the chorus.

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Fun facts

• Written by Chris DeStefano, James McNair and Emily Weisband.
• Produced by Chris DeStefano.