D-I-V-O-R-C-E cover

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

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