30 Fiery Country Songs About Separation, Ranked
S-P-L-I-T! Regardless of whether you're "Navigating Through the Big D" or you've already reclaimed your " … Identity Restored," the anguish of this specific type of split is bound to hurt for a considerable amount of time.
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 socially accepted as it is today, country musicians have been addressing this subject in their songs. Patsy Cline, for instance, broached the topic as early as 1955 with her first released single.
However, despite the progress made, there was still a significant amount of negative perception associated with this phenomenon, particularly for women. Loretta Lynn, a successful musician, challenged this negative perception in her song "Rated X." Interestingly, she released this song in the same year that she made history by becoming the first woman to win the CMA Entertainer of the Year award.
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 projects have been highly acclaimed, breaking barriers and leading to significant changes in their careers. They have received nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and more.
It is evident that when country music artists express genuine and specific feelings of heartbreak through their songwriting, their audience reacts strongly.
When it comes to songs that portray divorce from a man's point of view, the subjects and emotions covered are quite varied. Heartbreak, anger, and concern for the children affected by the situation are commonly depicted. However, a recurring theme is that many of these men are still deeply affected by their ex-partners' actions that have had a significant financial impact on them.
Continue reading to discover a complete compilation of the most notable divorce songs in country music history. Interestingly, the top two artists featured on this list are not only divorced but also from each other.
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