In a 2011 interview, Shepherd explained she was hesitant about the process, but was pleased with the results: "Once I started, I really, really enjoyed it.
"[3] Kevin John Coyne of Country Universe gave the song a "C" rating in his review of the track.
"[5] Stephen Thomas Erlewine of AllMusic highlighted the song as being one of the "best poppier tunes" on her 2011 album.
He described his reasoning further in his review: "...she has a knack for tracing the arc of a relationship or looking back without wallowing in nostalgia..."[1] "Where Country Grows" was released as a single via MCA Nashville on July 11, 2011.
[6] A music video was released for the single in September 2011, which featured Shepherd along with her husband and extended family.