30 Powerful Country Songs About the Pain of Divorce, Ranked
Whether you're experiencing the heartbreak of going through a divorce or you've already reclaimed your old name, the emotional pain that comes with this type of breakup is something that will linger for a considerable amount of time.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music that can assist you in getting through tough times.
Divorce has been a recurring theme in country music for a long time, even when it was not as prevalent or widely accepted as it is today. As early as 1955, Patsy Cline addressed the subject in her first released single.
However, there was still a significant amount of negative judgment surrounding this phenomenon, particularly when it came to women. Loretta Lynn, a prominent figure in the music industry, addressed this stigma by releasing a song called "Rated X" in the same year she made history by becoming the first woman to win CMA Entertainer of the Year.
In recent years, divorce has remained a popular subject for 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 groundbreaking and have brought significant changes to their careers, with nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and more.
It is evident that when country music artists openly express their personal and specific experiences of heartache, their audience strongly connects and resonates with their music.
In terms of songs discussing divorce from a male point of view, the subjects and emotions explored vary greatly. Themes of heartbreak, anger, and concern for the children caught in the midst of the situation are frequently addressed. However, one predominant theme is the financial impact, as many of these men are still dealing with the consequences of their ex-partners targeting their wallets.
Continue reading to discover a detailed compilation of the best divorce songs in country music history. Interestingly, the top two artists in this list are actually divorced from one another.
30 Powerful Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
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