30 Fiery Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
Splitting up is never easy, whether you're going through a rough patch or you've already reclaimed your old identity. The agony of this specific type of breakup is bound to leave a lasting mark.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music that can assist you in getting through difficult times.
Even before divorce became as prevalent and accepted as it is today, country musicians have been incorporating the theme of marital separation in their songs. As early as 1955, Patsy Cline introduced the subject in her very first single.
However, there was still a significant amount of negative perception attached to this phenomenon, particularly for women. Loretta Lynn, an acclaimed artist, challenged this stigma by releasing the song "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 divorces. These albums have been groundbreaking and have brought significant changes to their careers, earning nominations for prestigious awards such as Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and more.
It is evident that when country musicians openly express genuine and specific emotional pain, their audience strongly connects with their music.
When it comes to songs that discuss divorce from the viewpoint of men, the subjects and emotions covered are quite varied. These songs often touch upon heartbreak, anger, and the deep love they have for their children who are caught in the middle. However, a recurring theme in these songs is the financial impact that many of these men have experienced, as their ex-partners have caused significant damage to their finances.
Continue reading to discover a comprehensive compilation of the most notable divorce songs in the country music genre. Interestingly, the top two artists mentioned in this list were once married to each other but are now divorced.
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