30 Fiery Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
D-I-V-O-R-C-E! Whether you're "Experiencing the Big D" or you've already reclaimed your " … Original Name," the heartache of this specific type of separation is guaranteed to leave a lasting impact.
Luckily, there is an abundance of excellent country music available to assist you in getting through difficult times.
Country musicians have been crooning about divorce for a significant period of time, even when divorces were not as prevalent or openly accepted in society as they are now. As an illustration, Patsy Cline, a notable country singer, broached the subject in her first-ever single released way back in 1955.
However, there was still a significant amount of disapproval attached to this occurrence, particularly for women. Loretta Lynn, a renowned artist, addressed this disapproval through her song "Rated X." Remarkably, she released this song in the same year she made history by becoming the first woman to win the CMA Entertainer of the Year award.
Throughout recent years, divorce has remained a rich subject matter for female artists in the genre of country music. Starting from 2020, Carly Pearce, Kacey Musgraves, Kelsea Ballerini, and Kelly Clarkson have individually released albums that draw inspiration from their own personal divorces. These albums have made significant waves in the industry, propelling these artists' careers to new heights and earning them nominations for prestigious awards such as the Grammys, CMAs, ACMs, and more.
It is evident that when country musicians express their genuine and specific experiences of heartbreak, their audience reacts strongly.
When it comes to songs from a male point of view that discuss divorce, the subjects and emotions covered are quite varied. Heartbreak, anger, and concern for the children caught in between are commonly addressed. However, a prevalent theme is the financial impact that many of these men experience as a result of their ex-partners' actions.
Continue reading to find a complete 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.
30 Powerful Country Songs About Divorce, Ranked
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