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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Infidelity songs in Western music. The world’s forbidden love and cheating songs (41–50)
Escape (The Pina Colada Song)Rupert Holmes
Rupert Holmes’s classic “Escape (The Pina Colada Song).” It’s a piece marked by an upbeat rhythm and a tropical melody.
In fact, the contrast with that melody is striking—the lyrics are all about blatant cheating.
It portrays a man casually cheating with a “I’m so over my wife anyway” kind of vibe.
I think it’s a song that would seriously tick women off (lol).
If you’re curious, definitely give it a listen!
Cry Me A RiverJustin Timberlake
A smooth 2002 R&B number by Justin Timberlake, inspired by his breakup with Britney Spears.
The song expresses a strong sense of rejection toward a woman who seeks sympathy even as she betrays him.
It received high praise from music critics and won a Grammy Award.
JoleneDolly Parton
This is one of Dolly Parton’s signature songs, also famous for being covered by numerous artists.
She pleads with the beautiful, dazzling woman Jolene, saying, “Please don’t take him just because you can.” Many of us have probably felt at least a twinge of anxiety when a captivating rival is near our loved one.
You Don’t Wanna KnowOrianthi
Orianthi is an Australian singer-songwriter active since 1997.
This track about infidelity was co-written with Zac Maloy and Clint Lagerberg.
It is included on her 2013 album Heaven in This Hell.
I’m Gonna Miss You in the MorningQuincy Jones ft. Luther Vandross and Patti Austin
Quincy Jones is a prominent figure in popular music who has won numerous Grammy Awards.
He is a renowned producer with experience co-producing Michael Jackson’s albums.
This track by him is truly a masterpiece of smooth jazz.
What’s more, the beauty of the harmonies performed by Vandross and Austin will leave listeners utterly spellbound.