Songs That Make Country Fans Cry

Country music is full of sad songs, but these three are the saddest.

Vince Gill's "Go Rest High on That Mountain" is in third place of the most heartbreaking country songs. Gill began writing the elegiac tune after the death of fellow country artist Keith Whitley in 1989 and completed it following the passing of his own brother Bob Coen in 1993. The song has become a powerful anthem for honoring departed loved ones.

In second is Martina McBride's "Concrete Angel", another song cited for its sad narrative. The song tells the fictional yet deeply moving story of a young girl suffering from abuse, with lyrics that have resonated with listeners due to their raw depiction of a tragic reality. The song serves as a somber reminder of the hidden struggles faced by some.

Claiming the top spot is George Jones' iconic "He Stopped Loving Her Today." Released in 1980, the song is a classic tale of a love so profound it only concludes with death. Its enduring impact was evident when Alan Jackson performed it at Jones' funeral, and later, George Strait and Alan Jackson delivered a moving tribute performance at the CMA Awards, underscoring its status as a cornerstone of country music's emotional landscape.

These three songs, while diverse in their specific themes, share a common thread of capturing profound human sorrow, solidifying their places in the pantheon of country music's most heartbreaking tracks.