There are many bittersweet songs that have upbeat melodies and depressing lyrics, but what about the other way around?

Turn back the clock to the 1970s with these sad country songs from some of the genre's best singers and songwriters.

The Marías were featured on the track, with lead vocalist María Zardoya singing the song’s Spanish second verse and joining Gomez on its bilingual chorus. In this version, the song depicts a woman ...