30 Fiery Country Songs Depicting the Pain of Divorce, Ranked
D-I-V-O-R-C-E! Whether you're experiencing the challenges of "Going Through the Big D" or you've already reclaimed your " … Name Changed Back," the emotional turmoil caused by this specific type of separation is bound to linger for a considerable period of time.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music available to assist you in overcoming your difficulties.
Country musicians have been singing about the topic of divorce for a significant amount of time, even before divorce became as prevalent or as accepted in society as it is now. Patsy Cline, in particular, addressed this subject matter in her first released single as early as 1955.
However, there was still a significant amount of negative judgment associated with this occurrence, particularly when it came to women. Loretta Lynn, a renowned musician, bravely addressed this judgment by releasing a song called "Rated X" in the same year she made history as the first woman to win CMA Entertainer of the Year.
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 albums have been highly acclaimed, paving the way for groundbreaking career opportunities and earning nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and more.
It is evident that when country musicians express their genuine and specific experiences of heartbreak, their audience responds with great intensity.
When discussing songs about divorce from a male point of view, there is a wide range of topics and emotions explored. These songs often touch upon heartbreak, anger, and a deep concern for the children who are caught in the middle. However, a recurring theme in many of these songs is the financial impact that their ex-spouses have had on them, which continues to deeply affect these men.
Continue reading for a complete compilation of the best divorce songs in country music history. Interestingly, the top two artists on this list were once married to each other and are now divorced.
30 Heart-wrenching Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
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