"Chasing Tornadoes" is a song recorded by Canadian

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artist

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. The song was written by fellow country artist

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, along with Emily Landis and Jamie Moore, while it produced by

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. It is the second single off Porter's debut full-length U.S. album with

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, ''

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''. The song reached number one on the

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Canada Country chart.

Background

Porter described the song as "fun" and "feel-good", saying it was "the perfect intro to what the rest of the record feels like", in reference to her upcoming album.

Critical reception

James Daykin of ''Entertainment Focus'' called the song a "mix of timeless

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and shimmering

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", adding that it was "perfect for a summertime drive down a dirt road". An uncredited review from ''All Country News'' described "Chasing Tornadoes" as "equal parts strong as it is sassy", adding that it was "quite impressive" how Porter "vividly apturesthe idea of a fast paced love", and that her "voice soars" in the song. Cait Watters of ''Six Shooter Country'' stated that Porter's "swagger" is what "sells" the song, "makes it feel fresh and something to note", while also noting the "power" of Porter's voice, saying that she "eases through line after line seamlessly, flowing fast like the titular weather phenomenon".

Accolades

Music video

Porter released the official music video for "Chasing Tornadoes" on May 8, 2023. It was directed by Justin Clough and filmed in

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. Porter starred in the video alongside a male co-lead, and remarked that she "wanted it to be cut super fast to feel slightly hectic," adding that she thought they "really captured the essence of a toxic relationship that you keep coming back to, even if you know it might break your heart".

Live performance

Porter performed "Chasing Tornadoes" live at the 2023 NHL Awards in

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Charts

Certifications

References

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