Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes broke up after nearly three years together because their relationship could not withstand the challenges posed by their busy careers and the difficulties of balancing personal life with work. Despite both putting in a lot of effort and trying to make it work, including traveling to see each other and making steady commitments, the pressures from distance, schedules, and demanding careers ultimately led to their mutual decision to part ways. Both described their relationship as one they truly cared about, but the realities of their lifestyles proved too challenging to maintain the romance.