D-I-V-O-R-C-E
Tammy Wynette · 1968
29 min · 11 tracks · country · folk
Tammy Wynette's voice intertwines heartbreak with resilience, delivering poignant narratives over plaintive country melodies.
Why this album works
'D-I-V-O-R-C-E' became a cultural touchstone for its candid portrayal of divorce, resonating deeply at a time when such topics were rarely addressed in mainstream music. The title track reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and has since been recognized as one of Wynette's signature songs, influencing countless artists in the genre.
- Career context
- Released on July 1, 1968, 'D-I-V-O-R-C-E' followed the commercial success of her 1966 hit 'Stand By Your Man.' This album solidified Wynette's status as a leading figure in country music during a transformative period characterized by greater lyrical depth and emotional exploration.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Reed· Willie Nelson· Jerry Lee Lewis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gentle on My Mind Standout 3:15
- 2 Honey (I Miss You) Standout 4:13
- 3 The Legend of Bonnie and Clyde 2:03
- 4 All Night Long 2:25
- 5 Sweet Dreams 2:30
- 6 Yesterday 1:58
- 7 D-I-V-O-R-C-E Standout 2:57
- 8 Come on Home 2:30
- 9 When There's a Fire in Your Heart 2:41
- 10 Kiss Away 2:28
- 11 Lonely Street 2:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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