"Love Wins" was released as the second single from Carrie Underwood's 2018 album *Cry Pretty*. The song notably diverged from the album's title track and lead single, opting for a more optimistic, pop-leaning sound.
- The song was co-written by Carrie Underwood with Brett James and David Garcia. It reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 56 on the Billboard Hot 100. The music video for "Love Wins" was directed by Shane Drake and filmed in a celestial, post-apocalyptic setting.
- The song's optimistic message and more pop-influenced production marked a slight stylistic shift for Underwood at the time. It arrived on the heels of "Cry Pretty," the album's more somber, emotionally raw lead single.
- Despite its positive message, the song faced some criticism for its perceived political undertones, though Underwood has stated it is not intended as a political statement. It became a staple of her subsequent tours, including the Cry Pretty Tour 360.
Carrie Underwood is a country music superstar from Muskogee, Oklahoma, who rose to fame as the winner of the fourth season of American Idol. She is the bestselling country artist of all time and one of the most successful recording artists in any genre. In 2018, Underwood was in the midst of a period of reduced activity following the birth of her second child and the end of her previous album cycle.
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