Before He Cheats
Carrie Underwood · Summer Breeze [2012]
He's probably slow dancing with a bleach blonde tramp
And she's probably getting frisky
Right now,
He's probably buying her some fruity little drink
'Cause she can't shoot whiskey
Right now,
He's probably up behind her with a pool stick showing
Her how to shoot a combo
And he don't know...
I dug my key into the side of his pretty
little souped up four wheel drive
Carved my name into his leather seats
Took a Louisville slugger to both headlights
Slashed a hole in all four tires
Maybe next time he'll think before he cheats
Right now,
She's probably up singing some white
trash version of Shania karaoke
Right now,
She's probably saying I'm drunk
and he's thinking that he's gonna get lucky
Right now,
He's probably dabbing on three dollars
worth of that bathroom cologne
Oh, and he don't know...
That I dug my key into the side
Of his pretty little souped up four wheel drive
Carved my name into his leather seats
Took a Louisville slugger to both headlights
Slashed a hole in all four tires
Maybe next time he'll think before he cheats
I might've saved a little trouble for the next girl
'Cause the next time that he cheats
Oh, you know it won't be on me
No, not on me
'Cause I dug my key into the side
Of his pretty little souped up four wheel drive
Carved my name into his leather seats
Took a Louisville slugger to both headlights
Slashed a hole in all four tires
Maybe next time he'll think before he cheats
Oh maybe next time he'll think before he cheats
Oh before he cheats
Oh...
Before He Cheats
Carrie Underwood's 'Before He Cheats' stands as a defining anthem of the country-pop revival era, originally released on her 2006 debut album 'Some Hearts'. The track showcases her signature powerful vocal delivery, blending raw emotional intensity with a polished pop production that became a staple of radio play. As a lead single, the song propelled her to mainstream stardom and established her as a leading figure in modern country music. Its enduring popularity stems from its relatable narrative and the way it balanced traditional country storytelling with contemporary sonic textures. The song remains a cultural touchstone, frequently covered by other artists and recognized for its role in shaping the sound of the mid-2000s country landscape.