Unfortunately, most of us know what it's like to be in a relationship where we have been cheated on. Whether it is one where they outright cheated or left you feeling like the third wheel when you went out, it can leave you feeling heartbroken and lonely. To help you cope with these feelings of betrayal, we've composed a list of songs about cheating that perfectly capture the pain you have been through or help you go through the tough period.
Girlfriend, Michael Jackson
While this one seems like an innocent love song, it is anything but. The lyrics tell a different story about a boyfriend who has been cheating on his girlfriend and that this secret affair can be revealed easily to her.
Your Cheatin' Heart, Hank Williams
This song can be taken from both the one being cheated on or the one who is doing the cheating. In either
Unfaithful, Rihanna
If you are the one that has done the cheating, you should feel a little moved by this song. Rihanna fully discloses how cheating can make you feel guilty but that guilt won't always make you stop cheating.
Before He Cheats, Carrie Underwood
When you've been cheated on, there is no doubt that you think about getting some revenge. Carrie Underwood reveals the revenge imposed on cheating ex where she piratically destroys his car. You may want to avoid following through on what the lyrics say and instead, just belt it out and curse their name.
Cry Me A River, Justin Timberlake
There have been a lot of speculations around this song by Justin Timberlake and the possibility that Britney Spears cheated on him. He perfectly summarizes what it is like to be cheated on and how eventually that person will realize what they lost by cheating.
Jolene, Dolly Parton
This isn't your typical full of anger cheating song. This is one of the songs about
Long Black Veil, Johnny Cash
Cheating is one thing, sleeping with your best friends is a whole other ordeal and
Creep, TLC
When you find out that you man is cheating, there is the unspoken desire and understanding that you will eventually feel the need and right to cheat as well. In this
You Know I'm No Good, Amy Winehouse
When you know someone has cheated in the past, there is a good chance that they will do it again, even if they try hard not to. In this song by Amy Winehouse, she talks about the details about how she can't help but cheated on her boyfriend but they don't seem to pay much mind to it, either because they are cheating themselves or they have just expected it.
Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under? Shania Twain
Cheating can be devastating but this song doesn't really give that impression. While Shania might be singing about her cheating boyfriend, she does it in such an upbeat and catchy way.
I Heard It Through the Grapevine, Marvin Gaye
If you have been cheated on and didn't hear it from the person that cheated on
Hit'em Up Style (Oops!), Blu Cantrell
Released in 2001, this song gave all woman the idea that if their main cheats, they can take revenge by draining their bank account. When a man hurts you, one of the most devastating things you can do is to hit them where it will hurt the most, and this is typically where his money is.
Say My Name, Destiny's Child
Sometimes you just know when your significant other is cheating on you, which is what this song portrays. When you think your partner is cheating on you, sometimes a lot can be revealed by asking them to simply say your name and say that they love you when you give them a surprise call.
Cold Shoulder, Adele
Being cheating on will leave you feeling like you have simply been cast aside. In this song by
I Don't Wanna Go on With You Like That, Elton John
Your significant other may have cheated but sometimes you just can't be completely mad at them, but that doesn't mean you want them to keep cheating. This 1988 song by Elton John tells the story of the deceived partner not being angry at their partner for cheating, but they simply don't want to go on with them like that.
Runaround Sue, Dion
There are few songs about
Tainted Love, Soft Cell
If you haven't heard this song, then you need to. Not only does it tell about a scorned lover and their hurt feelings, it also has an irresistible rhythm that you can't help but love.
Mr. Brightside, The Killers
Once your partner has cheated on you, it is hard to get back the trust in this relationship. In this song, a boyfriend tries to ignore the thoughts of his girlfriend going out and spending time with another man, again.
You Oughta Know, Alanis Morissette
Being cheated on can make you do insane things, like confronting the man who cheated on you out in public and letting them know of the pain they caused. In this song by Alanis
Wake Up Call, Maroon 5
When you find your partner in bed with another person, you might not have the best judgment. While
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