It was released in March 2010 as the first single from his album Shake What God Gave Ya.

Karlie Justus of Engine 145 gave the song a thumbs-up rating.

[2] She said in her review that the song "breaks through the pack and delivers a self-aware, laid-back tune just as enjoyable as an SPF-covered day at the beach.

"[2] Tara Seetharam of Country Universe gave "Groovy Little Summer Song" a B rating.

Her review described the song as "an incredibly refreshing re-introduction to an artist who can deliver both rich, distinctive vocals and pure, raw sentiment.