I came across “That’s No Way To Treat A Lady” and ended up sitting with it longer than I planned, letting it play again while everything else paused for a moment. Rob Cunningham has a way of writing that sounds like someone talking straight from the gut, not dressing anything up, just saying what needs to be said. The song moves at a steady pace, guided by acoustic textures that feel familiar and comforting, like music that’s always been around even if you’re only hearing it now.
The storytelling pulls you in quietly. Lines like “The nation ran red… just follow me, there’s better days ahead” land softly but stick with you, and the image of Lady Liberty taking on human emotion feels natural rather than forced. It doesn’t shout its message, it trusts the listener to hear it. Cunningham’s voice carries that weathered honesty, the kind that suggests he believes every word he’s singing, and that belief makes the song resonate.
The chorus hits as a shared thought many people have had but maybe haven’t put into words. It’s reflective without being distant, and personal without losing sight of the bigger picture. You get the sense this song wasn’t written to score points or grab attention, but to open a conversation and remind people to slow down and look at what really matters.
By the time it ends, the track leaves a quiet echo. It’s the kind of song you think about later in the day, maybe replaying a line in your head while driving or sitting alone. If you appreciate folk-rooted songs that speak plainly and mean what they say, this one is worth your time. Be sure to follow Rob Cunningham on social media and Spotify so you can keep up with his latest releases and what he’s working on next.
