30 Emotional Country Songs About Divorce, Organized by Ranking
D-I-V-O-R-C-E! Whether you're experiencing the challenges of "Going Through the Big D" or you have successfully "Changed Your Name Back," the heartache associated with this specific type of breakup is one that will undoubtedly linger for some time.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music that can assist you in getting through tough times.
Country music singers have been addressing the theme of divorce in their songs for a long time, even before divorces became as prevalent and accepted in society as they are now. Patsy Cline, for instance, broached the topic as early as 1955 with her first single.
However, there was still a significant amount of negative judgment associated with this phenomenon, particularly when it came to women. Loretta Lynn, a prominent singer, addressed this judgment by releasing the song "Rated X" in the same year that she made history as the first woman to win the CMA Entertainer of the Year award.
In recent years, divorce has remained a popular subject among female country music artists. Starting from 2020, Carly Pearce, Kacey Musgraves, Kelsea Ballerini, and Kelly Clarkson have each released albums that were directly inspired by their own divorces. These albums have been highly acclaimed, breaking barriers and bringing about significant changes in their careers. They have received nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and many others.
It is evident that when country music artists express genuine and specific emotional pain in their songs, their audience reacts strongly.
When it comes to songs that discuss divorce from a male point of view, the subjects covered and the emotions expressed vary quite a bit. Themes such as heartbreak, anger, and concern for the children affected often arise. However, one theme that emerges frequently is the financial impact that many of these men experience as a result of their ex-partners' actions, which adds to their distress.
Keep reading to find a complete compilation of the best divorce songs in country music. Interestingly, the top two artists on this list were once married to each other, but are now divorced.
30 Fiery Country Songs About Divorce, Ordered by Ranking
Acknowledgement: Carena Liptak
Top 50 Breakup Songs in Country Music
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