Who's Cheatin' Who
Alan Jackson · Original Album Classics [2011]
Everywhere you look you can write a book
On the trouble with a woman and a man
But you can not impose, you can't stick your nose
In to something that you don't understand.
But still you wonder who's cheatin' who, who's being true
And who don't even care anymore
It makes you wonder who's doin' right with someone tonight
And who's car is parked next door?
--- Instrumental ---
I thought I knew her well, I really couldn't tell
That she had another lover on her mind
See it felt so right when she held me tight
How could I be so blind?
Still you wonder who's cheatin' who, who's being true
And who don't even care anymore
It makes you wonder who's doin' right with someone tonight
Who's car is parked next door?
--- Instrumental ---
A heart is on the line each and every time
Love is stolen in the shadows of the night
Though it's wrong all along it keeps goin' on
As long as you keep in outta sight.
Still you wonder who's cheatin' who, and who's being true
Who don't even care anymore
It makes you wonder who's doin' right with someone tonight
Who's car is parked next door?
--- Instrumental ---
Still you wonder who's cheatin' who, and who's being true
And who don't even care anymore
It makes you wonder who's doin' right with someone tonight
Who's car is parked next door?
--- Instrumental ---
Still you wonder who's cheatin' who, and who's being true
And who don't even care anymore
It makes you wonder who's doin' right with someone tonight
Who's car is parked next door?...
Who's Cheatin' Who
Alan Jackson's 'Who's Cheatin' Who' stands as a quintessential example of his traditional country storytelling. Released during a period where Jackson solidified his reputation for capturing the nuances of everyday life, the track showcases his signature baritone and straightforward delivery. The song explores themes of infidelity and suspicion, hallmarks of the genre that Jackson helped revitalize in the 1990s. Rather than relying on complex production, the recording emphasizes lyrical clarity and emotional resonance, allowing listeners to connect with the narrative of relationship uncertainty. This work fits seamlessly within Jackson's broader discography, which consistently blends honky-tonk rhythms with heartfelt ballads. It remains a testament to his ability to craft relatable music that resonates with fans of classic country styles.