Ballerini first performed the song with Paul Klein of pop group LANY at the 2021 CMT Music Awards. According to a press release,"I Quit Drinking" is a "break up anthem about quitting drinking" due to it "bring[ing] back too many memories of a past relationship".[3] A press release by Black River Entertainment mentioned the song "describe[s] a couple whose relationship was centered around being the life of the party. When the giddy romance fizzles out,it seems,so does the appeal of the booze."[4]
Critical reception
Rob Costa of Music Talkers praised the combination for doing "a great job painting a picture of reflection,relationships,sacrifice,and the reasons for getting sober. The work put into creating conversational lyrics has paid off here,making the lyrics a real highlight of the song."[5]
Music video
The music video was released on June 15,2021,and directed by Blythe Thomas. The video was filmed in "the hills of California".[6] It shows Ballerini and Klein as "former lovers recalling happier times together" who can no longer "enjoy the taste of champagne,whiskey,or other alcoholic beverages now" due to it "remind[ing] them of their days as a couple".[7] Finally they sing face-to-face in a rainstorm.[8]
Commercial performance
"I Quit Drinking" debuted at number 30 on the BillboardHot Country Songs chart dated June 26,2021,after its release.[9]
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