I'm temped my darling,to steal you away
So help me darling, stay out of my way
You know that I love you, but I'm not the cheatin' kind
I'm facing a heartache and loves cheating line
Don't let me cross over loves cheating line
You belong to another and could never be mine
I know one step closer, would be heaven divine
Don't let me cross over, loves cheatin' line
I tried to forget, but what else can I do
When your eyes keep saying, that you love me to
I know if I lose you, not a dream will I have left
I don't want to cheat, dear, but I can't help myself
Don't let me cross over loves cheating line
You belong to another and could never be mine
I know one step closer,would be heaven divine
Don't let me cross over, loves cheatin' line
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Don't Let Me Cross Over
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Jul 31, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Jim Reeves' 'Don't Let Me Cross Over' is a classic country song about a man struggling with temptation to pursue a woman who belongs to someone else. He pleads with her to stay away so he won't cross the line into infidelity, acknowledging his love for her but also his desire to remain faithful. The song captures the inner conflict between desire and commitment, and the fear of giving in to a forbidden love. While it touches on themes of moral struggle and the consequences of choices, it is not a Christian song in its message or intent.
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