IF YOU GO DOWN (I'M GOIN' DOWN TOO)

About this song

Kelsea Ballerini released the song to country radio in December 2022 as the second single from her fourth studio album, Subject to Change. It was the last song written for the album, written with Shane McAnally and Julian Bunetta, who also produced it. Ballerini said she wanted a song honoring her friendships, and she drew inspiration from Thelma & Louise and The Chicks' "Goodbye Earl". The track blends an upbeat melody with darkly comedic lyrics and reflects 1990s-style country with fiddle.

What it's about

The song celebrates a supportive female friendship, with Ballerini promising to stand by her friend no matter what trouble she gets into.

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Fun facts

• Written by Julian Bunetta, Kelsea Ballerini and Shane McAnally.
• Produced by Julian Bunetta and Shane McAnally.