I Cheated Me Right Out of You
Moe Bandy
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After hundreds of lies and fake alibis After too many times staying out all night After too many women, too Many times of acting free After all this time of cheating I've been cheatin' me Yes, I cheated me right out of you By holding the wrong ones, I had to lose I lost out at my own game 'cause look who cheated who I cheated me right out of you Now, I'm here alone 'cause I was all wrong Too many times I've two timed And this time you're gone I gambled that you'd never walk out and leave I cheated you Now, I'm cheating me Yes, I cheated me right out of you By holding the wrong ones, I had to lose I lost at my own game 'cause look who cheated who I cheated me right out of you, I cheated me right out of you
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Written by: BOBBY P BARKER
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"I Cheated Me Right Out of You" was released in 1979 and became one of Moe Bandy's most popular songs.
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Chart PerformanceThis single remarkably ascended to the number one position on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in January 1980.
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Album AssociationThe song is a track from Moe Bandy's ninth studio album, "One of a Kind", which was released by the Columbia label in 1979.
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Genre Classification"I Cheated Me Right Out of You" is a classic country song, reflecting Moe Bandy's deep country roots.
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Awards and RecognitionNot only did it top the charts, but it is widely recognized as one of Bandy's signature songs.
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SongwriterThe song was written by a popular songwriter, Bobby P. Barker, who has also penned songs for other famous country artists.
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Continuation of a ThemeThe song, much like many of Moe Bandy's hits, talks about heartbreak and loss, something that became a hallmark of his music.
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InstrumentationLike most country songs of the era, "I Cheated Me Right Out of You" features strong instrumentation with heavy use of steel guitar and fiddle.
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Musical StyleThe song is a perfect example of Moe Bandy's honky-tonk style, that combines traditional country with a more modern sound.
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Song MeaningThe song deals with the theme of regret and accepting the consequences of one’s actions, as it explores the protagonist's guilt over cheating.
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Cover VersionDespite its popularity, the song doesn't have many famous cover versions, mainly due to the unique delivery of Moe Bandy.
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In popular cultureAlthough it's not prominently featured in popular media, the song remains a favorite among fans of classic country music.
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