The song's production is characterized by a "sweeping groove" and a "decidedly grown-up" feel.
Public and critical opinion on the song was notably divided:
: It features a "watery," quiet opening that builds into a lush, full-bodied chorus with layered vocals, muted bass, keyboards, and a steady rhythm track. Kenny Chesney - Tip Of My Tongue (Audio)
: Music critics described the track as a blend of modern pop and Chesney's signature country-rock . Rolling Stone noted it as a "celebration of sensuality" over a dreamy bed of guitar and synthesizers. Critical Reception
: Some praised the track for its "effortless" delivery and warm storytelling. Country Universe hailed it as one of his finest recent singles, noting that Chesney's vocals sounded better than they had in years without excessive studio processing. The song's production is characterized by a "sweeping
"Tip of My Tongue" is a mid-tempo, contemporary country track by , released on July 12, 2019, as the lead single from his 19th studio album, Here and Now . The song marked a significant creative shift for Chesney, as it was co-written with pop superstar Ed Sheeran and frequent collaborator Ross Copperman . Conceptual Background and Songwriting
: Chesney described the writing session as one of the most fun of his career, noting that he and Sheeran shared many life similarities despite never having written together before. The track took only a few hours to complete once they settled on the core concept. Musical Style and Production Rolling Stone noted it as a "celebration of
: Chesney had the title idea "Tip of My Tongue" for a long time but didn't know how to execute it until he collaborated with Sheeran and Copperman.