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 (21–30)
Take Her Place (feat. A R I Z O N A)Don Diablo
Take Her Place (feat.
A R I Z O N A) is a collaboration between Don Diablo, the popular DJ from the Netherlands, and the New Jersey–based electro-pop band A R I Z O N A.
It’s crafted with an immersive, captivating melody.
The song portrays the feelings of a man who truly falls for another woman despite already having a girlfriend.
While it deals with the theme of cheating, it’s not overly dark.
Be sure to give it a listen!
Messin’ AroundPitbull with Enrique Iglesias
A collaboration between American rapper Pitbull and Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias.
Released in 2016, it was certified Gold in the United States.
It was inspired by REO Speedwagon’s 1980 track “Take It on the Run.”
Crushing Grief (No Remedy)Neck Deep
Neck Deep is a Welsh pop-punk band active since 2012.
They are known for a combination style of sounds reminiscent of Blink-182 and Green Day.
The track that sings about this betrayal is included on their debut album, Wishful Thinking.
BustedThe Dustbowl Revival
The Dustbowl Revival is an eight-member American roots orchestra.
Based in Los Angeles, they are known for a style that blends a vintage Americana sound with contemporary vibes and soulful, funky elements.
This track, which sings about being deceived and heartbroken, was released in 2016.
Careless WhisperGeorge Michael
This song, George Michael’s first solo single, by the artist who sadly passed away at Christmas in 2016.
Many people may have related to the lyrics carried by the saxophone’s languid, ennui-tinged melody.
However, it seems the man himself was critical of the track.
Even so, more than 30 years after its release, it remains an undeniably beloved classic around the world.
Hit ‘Em Up Style (Oops!)Blu Cantrell
A 2001 song by American R&B singer Blu Cantrell.
It tells the story of a woman who has been betrayed and insulted and takes revenge by draining the man’s assets.
It became a hit in the United States as well as in countries like Canada and the Netherlands, becoming her most successful song.
SorryBeyoncé
Beyoncé’s iconic track “Sorry” is filled with anger.
She had been dating the rapper JAY-Z, but they broke up after he cheated.
It’s said that “Sorry” channels that anger.
It’s basically full-on beef (lol).
The lyrics read like, “I don’t care about you one bit anymore,” and so on.
The hip-hop-leaning production also makes it feel super beefy (lol).
Definitely check it out!