Think I'm in Love with You

"Think I'm in Love with You"
Single by Chris Stapleton
from the album Higher
ReleasedFebruary 12, 2024
StudioRCA Studio A (Nashville, Tennessee)
Length3:42
LabelMercury Nashville
Songwriter(s)Chris Stapleton
Producer(s)
Chris Stapleton singles chronology
"White Horse"
(2023) 		"Think I'm in Love with You"
(2024)
Music video
"Think I'm in Love with You" on YouTube

"Think I'm in Love with You" is a song by American singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton. It was first released on September 8, 2023 as a promotional single from his fifth studio album Higher (2023), before being released as the album's second single on February 12, 2024.

Composition

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The song includes elements of blues,[1][2] electric guitar,[3] slow and "laid-back" grooving rhythm,[1][4] and a bassline described as "tight" and "burbling".[1][5] Lyrically, Chris Stapleton confesses his love for a woman and devotion toward her,[1][2][4] emphasizing the power she holds over him.[2] The bridge features a violin section[2] that "gestures in the general direction of '70s soul",[5] while Stapleton repeats the lyrics from the chorus.[2]

Critical reception

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Maxim Mower of Holler commented the song "feels cut from the same sonic cloth" as Stapleton's song "White Horse", "but with a welcome boost of swagger and playfulness introduced."[3] Tom Breihan of Stereogum, describing the song as "downright funky", stated "This doesn't really sound like country music at all, and Stapleton's got the voice to pull it off."[5] Mary Claire Crabtree of Whiskey Riff wrote "The vocals are the focal point of this single, highlighting that he is more than an outlaw singer that can wail some powerful notes. The softer side of Stapleton on this track highlights his vocal control and the blend created between melodies and vocals. But make no mistake, he picks his spots to let it rip."[2]

Music video

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The music video was directed by Running Bear and premiered on August 29, 2024, with actor Andre Royo playing the main character.

Other versions

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Chris Stapleton and singer Dua Lipa performed a duet of the song at the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards. A recording of their performance was released to streaming services on May 20, 2024.[6]

Charts

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Chart performance for "Think I'm in Love with You"
Chart (2023–2024) Peak
position
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[7] 68
Canada Country (Billboard)[8] 25
US Billboard Hot 100[9] 49
US Country Airplay (Billboard)[10] 18
US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[11] 12

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Chua, Jeremy (September 8, 2023). "Chris Stapleton Shows off His Tender Side in Blues-Tinged 'Think I'm in Love With You'". Taste of Country. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
  2. ^ a b c d e f Crabtree, Mary Claire (September 8, 2023). "Chris Stapleton Releases "I Think I'm In Love With You," The Groovy Second Single From Upcoming Album 'Higher'". Whiskey Riff. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
  3. ^ a b Mower, Maxim (September 8, 2023). "Chris Stapleton Releases New Song From Upcoming Album, 'Think I'm in Love with You'". Holler. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
  4. ^ a b Liebig, Lorie (September 8, 2023). "Chris Stapleton Drops Fiery New Track "Think I'm In Love With You"". American Songwriter. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
  5. ^ a b c Breihan, Tom (September 8, 2023). "Chris Stapleton – "Think I'm In Love With You"". Stereogum. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
  6. ^ Nicholson, Jessica (May 20, 2024). "Chris Stapleton & Dua Lipa Release 'Think I'm in Love With You' Live Duet After ACM Awards". Billboard. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
  7. ^ "Chris Stapleton Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved October 22, 2024.
  8. ^ "Chris Stapleton Chart History (Canada Country)". Billboard. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
  9. ^ "Chris Stapleton Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
  10. ^ "Chris Stapleton Chart History (Country Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved October 5, 2024.
  11. ^ "Chris Stapleton Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
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