"The Cheater" is a song written by Mike Krenski, and performed by Bob Kuban and the In-Men that was released in October 1965.
Nearly 20 years after their dissolution, the band was preparing for a big reunion concert before Walter Scott mysteriously disappeared in December 1983.
[4] It was also certified Gold by the RIAA, and earned them a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's permanent exhibit on one-hit wonders.
[5] The AllMusic review of "The Cheater" describes it as "something of a blue-eyed soul flavor with the vibrant horn arrangements and Scott’s almost black vocal approach.
"[6] It was described in Cashbox magazine as a "potent, medium-paced, harmonic tune backed with a strong, steady beat" that has a "good dance sound and lyrics.