30 Powerful Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
When it comes to D-I-V-O-R-C-E, whether you're currently "Going Through the Big D" or you've successfully completed the process of getting your "Name Changed Back," the emotional pain caused by this specific type of breakup is bound to linger for quite some time.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music that can assist you in getting through tough times.
Even before divorces became widely accepted and prevalent, country artists have been singing about them for a long time. Patsy Cline, for example, addressed the subject in her very first single released in 1955.
However, there was still a significant amount of societal disapproval surrounding this occurrence, particularly for women. Loretta Lynn, a prominent figure in the music industry, addressed this disapproval through her song "Rated X," which she released 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 theme 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 not only been critically acclaimed and recognized with nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, and ACMs, but they have also marked significant milestones in their careers.
It is evident that when country musicians express their personal experiences of genuine and specific heartbreak in their songs, their audience resonates with it strongly.
When it comes to songs portraying divorce from a male point of view, the subjects (and feelings) depicted vary greatly. Themes such as heartbreak, anger, and concern for the children affected are often explored. However, a prevalent theme is that many of these men are still deeply affected by the financial impact caused by their ex-partners.
Continue reading to discover a detailed compilation of the best divorce songs in country music history. It's interesting to note that the top two artists on this list were once married to each other, but are now divorced.
Top 30 Heartfelt Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
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