Name: Cheatin' Side of Town
Duration: P00H03M44S
Description: We had a good time laying this one down in the studio. My friend Brian brought this idea to me, he wanted to write a song together from a strong woman’s point of view. He was always thrilled when I performed it. Sadly, he passed away a few years ago… this one’s for you Brian!

Cheatin' Side of Town

from Keeping Time by Sue Decker

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We had a good time laying this one down in the studio. My friend Brian brought this idea to me, he wanted to write a song together from a strong woman’s point of view. He was always thrilled when I performed it. Sadly, he passed away a few years ago… this one’s for you Brian!

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Cheatin’ Side of Town © Brian Parsons & Sue Decker, 2013 All Rights Reserved

You’re working the cheatin' side of town
Drivin' your cab, running around
Can't you see your meter has run down
‘Cause you’re working the cheatin' side of town

You turned your light on for me babe
Opened the door and wouldn’t let me pay
Fooled me for a while, but it was just your game
I found out you got your light on for all kinds of women babe

Maybe there’s a woman who will take your guff
It ain’t me, I’ve had enough
Good luck finding one that fits your bill,
You hear me talking, I never will

Working the cheatin' side of town
Drivin' your cab, running around
Can't you see your meter has run down
‘Cause you’re working the cheatin' side of town

Never had a man make me so blue
I’m sittin’ in the front seat looking at you
This ride’s over honey, we are through
Never had a man make me feel so blue

Maybe there’s a woman who will take your guff
It ain’t me, I’ve had enough
Good luck finding one that fits your bill,
You hear me talking, I never will
Working the cheatin' side of town
Drivin' your cab, running around
Can't you see your meter has run down
‘Cause you’re working the cheatin' side of town

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from Keeping Time, released March 22, 2024

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Sue Decker Victoria, British Columbia

Sue Decker’s rich and warm voice, distinctive slide guitar playing, and authentic songwriting make for a powerful combination. Ever since learning to play guitar in a bluegrass jam at the age of thirty-five, Sue has been discovering her truth in song.

March 2024 sees the release of Sue’s second album, Keeping Time, recorded with sought-after roots producer Steve Dawson to record in Nashville. ... more

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