Cheating songs in Western music. The world’s forbidden love and infidelity songs.
Have you ever found yourself in a “forbidden love”? Love between adults is complicated.
An affair with someone who’s married—a relationship that should never cross the line.
And yet, that line exists close to everyone, which is precisely why it carries such a mysterious allure, doesn’t it? There are countless love songs out there, but I’ve carefully selected some Western tracks perfect for those of you intrigued by infidelity.
Most of them are in English, so if you find any you like, try doing a detailed translation into Japanese.
You’ll hear the music in a whole new way.
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Cheating songs in Western music. The world’s forbidden love and infidelity songs (71–80)
Confessions, Pt. IIUsher
It’s an R&B hit song by Usher from 2004.
The song deals with an affair between a man and a woman, and at the time it sparked discussion that it might be autobiographical for Usher.
In reality, the story isn’t fiction-free nor directly about him; the song was inspired by experiences of his friends.
Can’t Do A Thing (To Stop Me)Chris Isaak
If you’re in the mood for a laid-back, sexy track, I recommend “Can’t Do A Thing (To Stop Me).” This song was released in 1993 by Chris Isaak.
While his music draws from various influences, this particular track blends adult contemporary with neo-soul.
The lyrics perfectly match its sultry melody, telling the story of an unstoppable, forbidden love.
Cold ShoulderAdele
A 2008 single released by the British singer Adele.
The song portrays the feelings of a woman who realizes that the man she’s with no longer loves her.
Adele’s jazzy vocals and lyrics earned the track high praise from music critics.
Don’t Hurt YourselfBeyoncé ft. Jack White
A track that sings about anger over a husband’s infidelity.
A collaboration between Beyoncé and Jack White, it appears on the 2016 album Lemonade.
It samples Led Zeppelin’s 1971 track When the Levee Breaks.
You Was RightLil Uzi Vert
A track included on Lil Uzi Vert’s third mixtape, Lil Uzi Vert vs.
the World, released in 2016.
The club beat was produced by Metro Boomin.
It samples Drake and Future’s 2015 track Jumpman.