

In love triangles, the usual laws of geometry do not apply. There are never just three angles—not when all involved parties (cheaters, victims, homewreckers) feel a range of emotions constantly subject to change. All that complexity has made for some terrific pop tunes, and what follows are 15 of the best songs about cheating. Lovers come and go, but these classic tales of infidelity will stick around forever.

In love triangles, the usual laws of geometry do not apply. There are never just three angles—not when all involved parties (cheaters, victims, homewreckers) feel a range of emotions constantly subject to change. All that complexity has made for some terrific pop tunes, and what follows are 15 of the best songs about cheating. Lovers come and go, but these classic tales of infidelity will stick around forever.