Don't Cheat in Our Hometown
Ricky Skaggs · The Essential [Epic] [2003]
Tonight my heart is beating low and my head is bowed
You've been seen with my best friend on the other side of town
I don't mind this waiting, don't mind this running 'round
But if you're gonna cheat on me don't cheat in our hometown.
Chorus:
How can I stand up to my friends and look 'Em in the eye
Admit the questions that I know would be nothing but lies
You spend all your pass time making me a clown
But if you're gonna cheat on me don't cheat in our hometown.
--- Instrumental ---
Now, there are no secrets in this little country town
Everyone knows everyone for miles and miles around
Your bright eyes and your sweet smile are driving me insane
You think it's smart to break my heart and run down my name.
Chorus:
How can I stand up to my friends and look 'Em in the eye
Admit the questions that I know would be nothing but lies
You spend all your pass time making me a clown
But if you're gonna cheat on me don't cheat in our hometown.
So if you're gonna cheat on me don't cheat in our hometown.
--- Instrumental to fade ---
Don't Cheat in Our Hometown
Ricky Skaggs stands as a towering figure in bluegrass and country music, celebrated for his virtuosic mandolin playing and distinctive vocal style. This track, featured on his 2003 compilation album The Essential, highlights his enduring ability to craft narratives rooted in small-town life and traditional values. Throughout his extensive discography, Skaggs has consistently blended traditional instrumentation with contemporary songwriting, earning him numerous awards and a devoted following. The song reflects his signature approach to storytelling, capturing the emotional stakes of personal relationships within a familiar community setting. As a key part of his recorded legacy, it demonstrates the artist's commitment to preserving the integrity of American roots music while maintaining broad appeal across generations of listeners.