30 Emotional Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
Whether you're experiencing the hardships of "Going Through the Big D" or you've successfully reclaimed your identity with a "Name Changed Back," the agony of this specific type of separation is bound to leave a lasting impact.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music available to assist you in getting through tough times.
Country musicians have been including songs about divorce in their repertoire for many years, even when divorces were not as prevalent or widely accepted in society as they are today. For instance, Patsy Cline addressed this subject matter as early as 1955 with the release of her first single.
However, there was still a significant amount of shame associated with this trend, particularly for women. Loretta Lynn, a notable artist, addressed this shame head-on with her song "Rated X." Interestingly, she released this song in the same year that she achieved the groundbreaking feat of becoming the first woman to win the CMA Entertainer of the Year award.
In recent years, divorce has remained a popular theme for 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 been highly successful, breaking barriers and transforming their careers, leading to nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and many others.
It is evident that when country music artists openly express genuine and specific feelings of heartbreak, their audience reacts strongly.
When it comes to songs that discuss divorce from a male point of view, the subjects (and feelings) explored vary greatly. Themes such as heartbreak, anger, and concern for the children affected are frequently addressed. However, a recurring theme is that many of these men are still deeply affected by their ex-partners causing significant financial damage.
Continue reading to discover a complete compilation of the best divorce songs in country music history. Interestingly, the top two artists on this list were previously married to each other!
30 Fiery Country Songs About Divorce, Organized by Ranking
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