I Ain't Gonna Cheat On You No More
Sam Cooke · The Man Who Invented Soul [1968]
Baby, like I, like I did before
Now forgive me, darling, I was wrong
For with you baby I belong
I won't cheat on you no more
I ain't gonna cheat on you no more
Baby, please don't walk out that door
Now drop those bags and say you'll stay
I love you baby 'til my dying day
I won't cheat on you no more
I know the grass ain't greener on the other side
The cat that told me that he's your light
When I was 'cross the street with his Jezebel
He was over here just ringing your bell
I won't cheat on you no more
Baby, like I, like I done before
Now I'll be faithful and I'll be true
Do anything that you want me to
I won't cheat on you no more
I ain't gonna cheat on you baby
I'll be faithful and true, do anything you want me to
I ain't gonna cheat on you no more, uh uh, oh yeah
I found out the grass ain't greener on the other side
The cat that told me that he's your light
When I was 'cross the street with his Jezebel
He was over here just ringing your bell
I won't cheat on you no more
Baby, please don't walk out that door
Don't you know that I'll be faithful and I'll be true
Do anything that you want me to
I won't cheat on you no more
About I Ain't Gonna Cheat On You No More
Sam Cooke's "I Ain't Gonna Cheat On You No More" stands as a pivotal moment in his evolution from a gospel singer to a pop icon, marking a decisive shift toward secular themes in his discography. Recorded for the landmark 1968 album *The Man Who Invented Soul*, the track exemplifies Cooke's mastery of R&B and soul, blending lush orchestration with his signature smooth vocal delivery. The song addresses personal integrity and commitment, reflecting the mature emotional depth Cooke brought to his later work. As a defining piece of the late 1960s soul revival, it showcases his ability to craft romantic narratives that resonated deeply with audiences, solidifying his legacy as a songwriter who could seamlessly navigate both sacred and secular landscapes.