[Cheating Song] A forbidden love that crossed the line — infidelity song
Cheating always hurts someone and leads to unhappy outcomes.
In this article, we pick songs about “cheating” from both male and female perspectives.
Whether you were cheated on, suspect you might be, realized you were the only one who was serious, or are the one doing the cheating—these masterpieces vividly capture a range of emotions.
It’s painful to think back on happier times, but many people still want to move forward.
When you feel like “it hurts and I just want to cry” or “I want to get over my partner,” listen to tracks that match your feelings and let your emotions out as they are.
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[Cheating Songs] Forbidden Love That Crossed the Line: Infidelity Songs (91–100)
Dangerous Playkuriipuhaipe
A song that candidly portrays the feelings of someone who has fallen into a love that can never be.
It carries a heartfelt plea not just for a physical relationship, but for a touch to the heart as well.
And yet, even that desire is denied with a self-effacing “It’s a lie.” The complex emotions are expressed so vividly that it tightens your chest.
Released in January 2020, the track was also used as the ending theme for the Fuji TV variety show Ukemen.
Packed with the appeal of CreepHyp, known for delving into the depths of human psychology, it’s the perfect song for those tormented by a forbidden love or grappling with complicated romantic feelings.
oni; demon; ogre; spirit (depending on context)kuriipuhaipe
CreepHyp is a rock band fronted by Seikai Oozaki.
When it comes to their songs about infidelity, “Oni” stands out.
Even the title gives off an ominous vibe, doesn’t it? The song portrays the feelings of a man who comes home and catches his live-in partner cheating.
The raw lyrics convey not so much sadness as a strong sense of distrust and anger.
Still, in the end, it turns into something that gives you a gentle push forward.
If you’re looking to move on quickly, give it a listen.
A person I mustn’t fall in love withCHIHIRO
A poignant ballad by CHIHIRO that portrays the anguish of a protagonist who has fallen into a forbidden love.
The uncontrollable feelings and the helpless yearning—despite knowing the love can never come true—pierce deeply into listeners’ hearts.
Included on the mini-album “Kata Koi Shū,” released on April 13, 2016, this song is a quintessential example of CHIHIRO’s mastery in expressing the complexities of love.
It tenderly chronicles a bittersweet heart that cries with joy over small promises and casual phone calls.
It is sure to support those tormented by unrequited love or by feelings for someone they know they shouldn’t fall for.
MissingKubota Toshinobu
Speaking of early masterpieces by Toshinobu Kubota released in 1986, “Missing” comes to mind.
It’s a love song themed around unrequited love.
Included on Kubota’s debut album, “SHAKE IT PARADISE,” it has been covered by many artists.
The way the song portrays the bittersweet struggle of wishing they had met sooner, even though their feelings for each other are mutual, is truly poignant.
The restraint shown to avoid crossing the line only deepens the sense of longing.
Falling in LoveKobayashi Akiko
It’s on weekends off that you most want to spend time with your lover—but that’s exactly what an affair can’t give you.
Released in 1985 and a million-seller, Akiko Kobayashi’s “Koi ni Ochite —Fall In Love—” is a song that captures the raw feelings of a woman who’s left to while away the hours alone, thinking of the lover she cannot meet.
In an ordinary relationship, you can say you want to see each other whenever you like, but that’s not possible when your lover has a family.
It’s a song that sings of a woman’s helpless heart—accepting the pain because she’s already fallen in love, even though there’s nothing she can do about it.
Fake loveMr.forte
Mr.
Frote is a rock band that made their major-label debut in 2021.
This song is one of the tracks included on their indie-era album Journey.
The lyrics capture the bittersweet feelings of a man who was dumped by his lover and realizes he was the only one who was serious.
It’s a song I’d like anyone who’s been cheated on to hear at least once.
The driving band sound and the raw-sounding vocals help you purge the dark emotions swirling in your heart.
the absolute worstMarushii
The song that empathizes with the feeling of “I’ve fallen for someone who doesn’t love me back…” is Saitei Saiaku.
It was released in 2022 by the rock band Marcy, known for songs that capture the raw emotions of young people.
It sings of a heart-wrenching love—you realize your partner’s heart has already shifted to someone else, yet you can’t bring yourself to stop loving them.
The driving band performance conveys a sense of sorrow that only intensifies.
It’s a rock number you’ll want to listen to when you need to let out emotions that have nowhere to go.
When you want to cry your heart out or forget, let this song offer you a message to lean on.
