20 Songs About Secret Love

Love can make us feel things. But what happens when we keep our love a secret? This can be a tricky situation, but songs about secret love can help us express those feelings in a way we might not be able to do otherwise.

This blog post will discuss some of the best songs about secret love. Without further ado, let’s get started.

1. “Secret Love Song” by Little Mix  

Starting off our list is a popular song that you may have heard on the radio. “Secret Love Song” by Little Mix is a ballad about two people who are in love but can’t be seen together because of society’s norms.

It now has over 400 million views and has been covered by several famous artists that also gained a lot of popularity online.

2. “I Know Places” by Taylor Swift 

Another song that has been popular in recent years is “I Know Places” by Taylor Swift. She is famous for her songs that are based on real-life experiences. This song is about two lovers who have to keep their relationship a secret because if it were to be revealed, it would ruin Swift’s career.

3. “Dirty Little Secret” by All American Rejects 

The All American Rejects are a band that was popular in the early 2000s and their song “Dirty Little Secret” is about a secret relationship with a side chick. A lot of people related to this song which made it an instant hit with almost 100 million views on Youtube.

4. “Confessions” by Usher  

Usher is a popular R&B singer and in his song “Confessions”, he talks about having an affair with another woman. He keeps it a secret from his pregnant wife which made the song very controversial when it first came out. It now has over 6 million Youtube streams.

5. “Dancing With Our Hands Tied” by Taylor Swift 

“Dancing With Our Hands Tied” is a more recent song by Taylor Swift that was released in 2017. The music video has over 5 million views and the song has been praised for its catchy melody and relatable lyrics. It is one of her hit singles under her best-selling album “Reputation”.

6. “Diary” by Alicia Keys 

Alicia Keys is a popular R&B and soul singer and in her song “Diary”, she talks about keeping her lover’s secrets, even their relationship. This song was released in 2003 as a part of her album “The Diary of Alicia Keys”. The tune is very catchy and the lyrics are relatable to many people who have been in a secret relationship.

7. “They Don’t Know About Us” by One Direction 

“They Don’t Know About Us” is a song by the popular boyband One Direction. This song is about two lovers who have to keep their relationship hidden from the public because of the negative backlash that would come with it.

The music video has over 7 million views and the song was very successful, charting in several countries upon its release.

8. “Secret” by Ann Marie 

Ann Marie’s song “Secret” talks about flirting in secret with someone who is already in a relationship. It was released in 2019 and is still widely streamed with over 100 million views. This is an R&B song with a very catchy beat that will surely get stuck in your head.

9. “Into You” by Ariana Grande 

Another hit song on the list is “Into You” by Ariana Grande featuring the late Mac Miller. It was released in 2016 and has almost a billion views on Youtube. This song is about being head-over-heels in love with someone and wanting to take the relationship to the next level, despite the risks that come with it.

10. “Beautiful Liar” by Beyonce ft. Shakira 

This song is a power collab between two iconic artists, Beyonce and Shakira. It was released in 2006 and has over half a billion views on Youtube, becoming one of the most popular songs on the list. The song is about two women who are in love with the same man and how they end up fighting over him.

11. “Undercover” by Kehlani 

“Undercover” is a song by Kehlani about not caring about others anymore after quite some time of keeping the relationship a secret. It was released in 2017 as part of her album “SweetSexySavage”. The song won a Grammy and got nominations for other music awards too.

12. “Secret Lovers” by Atlantic Starr 

“Secret Lovers” is a song by the R&B group Atlantic Starr. It was released in 1985 and became one of their most popular songs, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100. The song is about two lovers who are trying to keep their relationship a secret because they are both married to someone else.

13. “Dance in the Dark” by Lady Gaga 

The next song is “Dance in the Dark” by Lady Gaga. It was released in 2009 under her album “The Fame Monster”. It became a global hit with over 8 million Youtube views. You can also stream the song on major digital music platforms like Spotify, Youtube, and Apple Music.

14. “Do You Want To Know a Secret?” by The Beatles 

“Do You Want To Know a Secret?” by The Beatles was released in 1963 and has over 11 million views. This song is about a young man who is in love with a girl but doesn’t know how to tell her. The song becomes more popular every year, with people of all ages singing and dancing along to its mellow tune.

15. “This Kiss” by Carly Rae Jepsen 

The next song on the list is “This Kiss” by Carly Rae Jepsen. It was released in 2012 as part of her album “Kiss”. The song has been nominated for a few music awards and gained popularity with over 45 million views. It has been covered by famous artists like Alex Goot and Tiffany Alvord.

16. “Bruise” by Ryan Beatty 

“Bruise” by Ryan Beatty was released in 2018 and is about a young man who falls in love with someone who is already taken. He talks about how he doesn’t mind getting hurt as long as he gets to be with the person he loves despite being in a relationship with someone else.

17. “She Don’t Have To Know” by John Legend 

The next song is “She Don’t Have To Know” by John Legend. It was released in 2004 as a part of the album “Get Lifted”.

The song is about a man who is cheating on his girlfriend but doesn’t want her to find out. He talks about how he knows it’s wrong but he can’t help himself.

18. “shedontknowbutsheknows” by Tove Lo 

“shedontknowbutsheknows” is a song by Tove Lo. It was released in 2017 as part of her album “Blue Lips”.

The song is about a woman who is in love with someone who is in a relationship with someone else. She knows that she can’t have him but she can’t help the way she feels. The official audio now has almost 2 million Youtube views.

19. “The End of The Affair” by Laura Marling 

The next song is “The End of The Affair” by Laura Marling. It was released in 2020 on her album “Song for Our Daughter”.

It is about parting ways with someone you love because it is too difficult to keep the relationship a secret. You can stream this song on major digital music platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.

20. “Better” by Khalid 

“Better” by Khalid was released in 2018 and is about realizing that the person he loves only shows her affection when nobody’s around. It instantly became a global hit, with over 700 million streams on YouTube.

Final Thoughts

These are just some of the songs about secret love. From being in love with a married person to cheating on your significant other to realizing that the person you’re seeing is only interested in you for sex; these songs cover it all. Thanks for reading!