Forbidden Love: A Collection of Classic Western Songs About Infidelity [2026]
Western songs about infidelity that distill uncontrollable emotions and aching melancholy.
The masterpieces that deftly portray the desire and guilt hidden in forbidden love—and the deep regret that follows—shake our hearts like a life drama in itself.
A secret romance you can tell no one about, the bittersweet ache of drowning in an illicit relationship, and the deep scars that remain in the end.
This time, we’ve selected classic Western tracks on the theme of adultery from a wide range of genres.
Along with the meanings of the lyrics and the feelings embedded in the music, we’ll introduce a collection of songs that resonate with the heart.
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Forbidden Love: A Collection of Western Classic Songs About Infidelity [2026] (71–80)
Kiss And Say GoodbyeThe Manhattans
A song released as a single by The Manhattans in 1976.
It became their biggest hit.
The lyrics are about a love that has fallen apart, and it was written by member Winfred “Blue” Lovett.
It was covered by UB40 in 2005, reaching No.
19 on the UK charts.
Liar, LiarThe Castaways
A song by the 1960s garage band The Castaways.
It was produced by keyboardist James Donna and drummer Dennis Craswell.
The track was covered by Blondie on the soundtrack of the 1988 film “Married to the Mob.”
House Of CardsRadiohead
Radiohead, the British rock band that has become a living legend and produced countless masterpieces through numerous experiments.
One of their soothingly mysterious tracks is House Of Cards.
This song features a simple beat with expansive electric guitar that leaves a strong impression.
That alone makes it highly satisfying to listen to, but the lyricism—rich with message and literary quality—is also wonderful, intertwining with the mood of the track so vividly you can almost picture the expression on the singer’s face.
It’s a song that makes you want to close your eyes and listen.
I Wanna Learn a Love SongHarry Chapin
A song included on Verities & Balderdash, the fourth album by American folk rock singer-songwriter Harry Chapin, released in 1974.
The album’s advertising used the slogan, “As only Harry can tell it.”
Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love to TownKenny Rogers
A song written by Mel Tillis and dedicated to a couple who lived in Florida.
It was originally recorded by Johnny Darrell in 1967.
This version by Kenny Rogers was released as a single in 1969 and reached No.
1 on the Canadian charts.