30 Fiery Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
The end of a marriage can be tough, whether you're in the midst of it or have already gone through it. The emotional pain that comes with this type of breakup is something that will likely linger for a long time.
Luckily, there is an abundance of exceptional country music that can assist you in getting through difficult times.
Even before divorce became prevalent and accepted in society, country artists have been singing about it for a long time. Patsy Cline, for instance, explored the subject of divorce in her first single released as early as 1955.
However, there was still a significant amount of negative perception surrounding this phenomenon, particularly when it came to women. Loretta Lynn, who became the first woman to win CMA Entertainer of the Year, challenged this stigma by releasing her song "Rated X" in the same year.
In recent years, divorce has remained a popular and significant theme for 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 albums have been groundbreaking and transformative, gaining recognition and nominations for prestigious music awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and more.
It is evident that when country music artists openly express genuine and specific emotional pain, their audience strongly connects with their songs.
When it comes to songs that discuss divorce from a male point of view, the subjects and emotions covered are quite varied. Heartbreak, anger, and concern for the children who are affected by the separation are frequently addressed. However, a recurring theme is that many of these men are still dealing with the financial impact caused by their ex-partners.
Continue reading to discover a complete compilation of the greatest divorce songs in country music history. Interestingly, the top two artists on this list were once married to each other but are now divorced.
30 Powerful Country Songs about Divorce, Listed and Ranked
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