[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: Adultery/Cheating Songs (121–130)
Scissor GirlHakoniiwa Ririi
This song by HAKONIWA RILY portrays the narrator’s growing suspicion of a partner’s infidelity, the sense of wonder at their behavior, and the shifting emotions when evidence is found.
The gradual confrontation, and the image of cutting one’s hair with scissors after the affair is exposed to sever lingering attachment, conveys a kind of inner darkness.
The contrast between the gentle, soothing atmosphere of the sound and the starkness of the lyrics is striking.
In the section depicting the exact moment the cheating is revealed, the arrangement drops all sounds except the vocal, further emphasizing the darker emotions.
The track is peppered with elements that heighten the sense of fear—like the scissor sounds referenced in the title and the cute vocal timbre.
Pure Love RhapsodyTakeuchi Mariya
The protagonist has discovered the wonder of loving someone, and her life begins to shine brighter than ever—but the person she’s fallen for is a married man.
Mariya Takeuchi’s “Jun’ai Rhapsody” gives voice to the candid, unvarnished feelings of a woman who has fallen seriously in love with someone she can never have.
Unlike her friends, she had never been able to give herself fully to love before.
Through this romance, she learns what it means to love.
Yet he already has a partner.
So she chooses to step back with a forward-looking mindset, believing that precisely because they won’t be together, the memories will remain eternally beautiful.
It’s a song that teaches us that ending up with the one you love isn’t the only kind of happy ending.
ComplicityKankaku Pierrot
This song “Accomplice” by Kankaku Piero is written not from the perspective of the one cheating, but from the one being cheated on.
People who are being cheated on can sense that something feels different.
The song depicts that tense atmosphere and the stinging pain inside the heart, making it tough yet deeply relatable for anyone who’s going through—or has gone through—the same thing.
What’s remarkable is how the song gradually heats up, leading to a shocking ending.
It’s a track with a storyline that feels almost like watching a drama.
Sweet fruitSuga Shikao
A song that likens feelings for her to a sweet fruit, just as the title suggests.
Many listeners may relate to lyrics that evoke a man suspecting his girlfriend of cheating.
He wants to believe, yet he can’t—those indescribable, conflicted feelings are woven throughout.
[Cheating Songs] Forbidden love that crossed the line: Infidelity songs (131–140)
usmilet
An impressive song by milet that portrays a sweet yet heartrending feeling of love.
The delicate lyrics weave together the desire to confess feelings to someone you love and the fear that the relationship might fall apart.
From the words, you can feel a sincere wish to cherish this very moment.
Released in August 2019 as the title track of her 3rd EP “us,” it also garnered attention as the theme song for the NTV drama “Gisou Furin” (Fake Affair).
It’s recommended for those who are shaken by complex romantic situations or who are carrying a bittersweet love in their hearts.
Tell me you love me, even if it’s a lie.suisou gurashi
This song, which can be called Suisougurashi’s signature piece, delicately portrays the feelings of a woman drowning in a forbidden love.
Set against events unfolding in a dim back alley, her wavering between reason and emotion leaves a strong impression.
Her inner conflict—“I know I shouldn’t fall for you”—and her powerful longing for the other person resonate deeply alongside the heartrending melody.
Released in January 2021, the track struck a chord with many listeners and significantly boosted Suisougurashi’s recognition.
It’s especially recommended for those grappling with the complex emotions and relationships of love.
When you want to let out what’s buried deep in your heart, give it a listen.
not enoughDUSTCELL
DUSTCELL’s songs feature achingly beautiful tones and earnest lyrics that resonate deeply.
They skillfully express complex emotions—hearts swaying between reality and ideals, a blend of tenderness and emptiness.
The lyrics, which seem to symbolize the feelings of urban, solitary modern people, are sure to strike a chord with many listeners.
Released in June 2022, this track was also chosen as the ending theme for the TBS drama “Tomorrow, I Will Be Someone’s Girlfriend.” Its melody and lyrics, perfectly aligned with the drama’s worldview, gently embrace the hearts of those troubled by tangled love affairs.
It’s a recommended song for anyone struggling with love or looking to face themselves.