Kelsea Ballerini is beaming with excitement as she prepares to release her fifth full-length album, “Patterns,” on Oct.25. This collection of songs provides an “accurate snapshot” of her life, showcasing a different side of her than fans might expect.

Despite expectations of a happy and carefree record, Ballerini’s “Patterns” delves into deeper and more complex emotions. Reflecting on her own experiences, she explains, “It would have been easy to just collect the really beautiful parts of my life that I’ve dusted off and found the last couple of years. But that’s not the fullness of my experience.”

The album follows the success of her 2023 release “Rolling Up the Welcome Mat,” where she explored the dissolution of her marriage. Now, Ballerini’s new relationship with “Outer Banks” star Chase Stokes has captured the public’s attention, but “Patterns” is about much more than just love.

With a focus on growth and introspection, the album explores themes of self-discovery, empowerment, and vulnerability. It includes a mix of light-hearted and introspective songs, showcasing Ballerini’s versatility as an artist.

To create “Patterns,” Ballerini collaborated with an all-female team, emphasizing a safe and supportive environment for creativity. The result is a dynamic and genre-defying record that blends elements of country, pop, and more.

With tracks like “Cowboys Cry Too” and “Sorry Mom,” Ballerini offers a heartfelt and intimate look at relationships, self-acceptance, and gratitude. Each song on the album tells a unique story, drawing inspiration from Ballerini’s own life experiences.

As Ballerini prepares to share “Patterns” with the world, she hopes that listeners will connect with the music on a personal level. “It’s my job to make a record that has something for everyone. But that comes from making a record that’s true to me,” she says. “I just hope people feel something, whatever it is, while listening.”