Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini have gone through their share of relationship challenges and triumphs. Recently, the country singer and the Outer Banks star have decided to enter the new year with a positive outlook and endless love.As per reports shared by Us Weekly, Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini confirmed their split in September 2025. The couple managed to get back, but not for long, as they parted ways within weeks after patching up. A source later spoke with Us Weekly and explained the reason for their split. As per the source, the relationship had been "rocky and toxic”, adding that“It was too much for Kelsea.”The source revealed that Ballerini's divorce from Morgan Evans also played a part in the decision-making, as she still harbored "a lot of trust issues” with Chase Stokes, and it had “been hard for her to trust again.”The source, however, ended the conversation on a hopeful note for the couple.“There’s a chance they could get back together,”Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes reflect on love, growth, and new beginnings60th Academy Of Country Music Awards - Source: GettyThe universe did gift the couple another chance, as Kelsea Ballerini shared a picture with Chase Stokes via Instagram on New Year’s Eve. As per a report shared by Us Weekly, the couple was seen kissing each other outdoors at sunset. Ballerini also penned down her thoughts as a caption that accompanied the image.“Messy year for the heart, messy year for the outside coming in, messy year for the way it became an out of our hands portrayal of it, but what i’ll say, and all i really care to share indefinitely with my personal life anymore, is that i really love love. i believe in it, i believe in him, and i believe in breaking patterns. now go kiss your person and stop speculating,” she shared.Meanwhile, fans got excited when Chase Stokes shared a similar image on his Instagram profile. He shared lessons that made him reflect and learn more effectively."Something I’ve learned this year: don’t take advantage of the most beautiful things that in 33 years of life are fleeting. Take accountability, learn from mistakes. Lean into love and say it often," shared Stokes.The caption continued with positive affirmations for the year."2026 my year of growth, my year of truth. Starting here, starting now. Happy new years," shared stokes. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostKelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes’ split wasn’t the end and here’s whyStreet Style - September 2025 New York Fashion Week - Source: GettyA report shared by Us Weekly on November 10, 2025, revealed that Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes never stopped communicating, even during their brief separation. A source spoke to the outlet and shared that the couple,“Never really stopped being in touch after their brief split,”“They really picked up where they left off, Kelsea wanted to give it another chance and missed Chase a lot.” added the source.The insider also shared Stokes' perspective regarding the breakup, sharing that he“Never wanted the breakup, [He] always felt there was something between them and believed they just needed time to cool off and figure things out.”In 2023, Ballerini expressed in an interview with Nylon that Stokes was"The first person I’ve been in a relationship with that I feel like is not my complete opposite,”She also added that Stokes had“Golden retriever energy.”Getting back together, only confirmed for Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini that they hadn't truly separated, as their connection had paused but never faded. Their return amplified their commitment to each other.