30 Intensely Emotional Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
D-I-V-O-R-C-E! Whether you're "Experiencing the Big D" or you've already reverted back to your previous name, the heartache caused by this specific type of separation is bound to leave a lasting impact.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music that can assist you in getting through tough times.
Even before divorce became widespread and accepted in society, country artists have been singing about it. Patsy Cline, for example, addressed the subject in her first single released in 1955.
However, there was still a strong negative perception attached to this phenomenon, particularly when it came to women. Loretta Lynn addressed this stigma head-on with her song "Rated X," which she released in the same year that she made history by becoming 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 all released albums that were directly influenced by their own divorces. These projects have been groundbreaking and have significantly impacted their careers, earning them nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and more.
It is evident that when country music artists openly express their personal experiences of heartbreak, their audience reacts strongly.
When it comes to songs about divorce from a male point of view, the subjects (and feelings) discussed are quite varied. Heartache, fury, and a deep affection for the children caught in the middle are frequently addressed. However, there is an even more prevalent theme: many of these men are still deeply affected by their ex-partners causing significant financial harm.
Continue reading to discover a complete compilation of the most notable divorce songs in the genre of country music. It is interesting to note that the top two artists mentioned in this list went through a divorce, and they were actually married to each other.
30 Powerful Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked in Order
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