30 Heartbreaking Country Songs About Divorce, Ordered by Ranking
S-P-L-I-T-T-I-N-G! Whether you're "Experiencing the Big D" or you've already reclaimed your " … Original Name," the emotional turmoil of this specific type of separation is bound to hurt for a significant period of time.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music available to assist you during challenging times.
Even before divorce became prevalent and socially accepted, country musicians have been singing about it for a long time. Patsy Cline, for instance, addressed the subject in her first single released in 1955.
However, there was still a significant amount of negative perception surrounding this phenomenon, particularly when it came to women. Loretta Lynn, a well-known singer, addressed this negative perception through her song "Rated X." Notably, she released this song 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 created albums that draw inspiration directly from their own divorces. These albums have had a significant impact on their careers, breaking barriers and earning nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and more.
It is evident that when country music artists express their genuine and specific experiences of heartbreak, their audience resonates strongly with their music.
When it comes to songs about divorce from a male point of view, the subjects (and feelings) discussed are quite diverse. Heartbreak, anger, and concern for the children caught in the middle are frequently addressed. However, a prevailing theme is that many of these men are still dealing with the financial impact of their ex-partners, which has deeply affected them.
Continue reading to discover a detailed compilation of the most notable divorce songs in the country music genre. Interestingly, the top two artists featured in this list were previously married to each other.
30 Heartbreaking Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
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