30 Fire-filled Country Songs About Divorce, Ordered
D-I-V-O-R-C-E! Whether you're "Experiencing the Big D" or you have already reverted your " … Name Changed Back," the anguish of this specific type of separation is guaranteed to linger for a considerable amount of time.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music that can assist you in getting through this situation.
Even before divorces became more prevalent and widely accepted in society, country artists have been singing about the topic for a long time. Patsy Cline, for example, brought up the subject in 1955 with her first single release.
However, the concept still held a significant amount of negative judgment, particularly towards women. Loretta Lynn, an influential artist, challenged this judgment by releasing "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 theme among female country music artists. Starting from 2020, Carly Pearce, Kacey Musgraves, Kelsea Ballerini, and Kelly Clarkson have each released albums that draw inspiration from their own divorces. These albums have been incredibly successful, breaking barriers and bringing about significant career changes for these artists. They have garnered nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and more.
It is evident that when country musicians express genuine and specific emotional pain in their songs, their audience reacts strongly.
When it comes to songs that discuss 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 the love for their children who are affected by the separation. However, a common theme that arises is the financial impact of divorce, as many men feel the pain of their ex-partners targeting their wallets.
Continue reading to discover a detailed compilation of the best divorce songs in the history of country music. Interestingly, the top two artists on this list were once married to each other but are now divorced.
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