Mama's Broken Heart

Who it's for

A woman losing control after a breakup ignores her mother's advice to stay composed and ladylike.

Feelings it meets

• Breakup
• Gender Expectations
• Emotional Suppression
• Family Conflict

What it is

"Mama's Broken Heart" was written by Brandy Clark, Shane McAnally and Kacey Musgraves and recorded by Miranda Lambert for her 2011 album Four the Record; it was released as the album's fourth single in January 2013. The narrator acts recklessly after a breakup and becomes the subject of gossip.

Where to find it

All major streaming services.

Before you start

Heads up: References to drinking.

Age: Suggested 13+

I will be calm. I will be mistress of myself.Jane Austen, Sense and Sensibility