Jealous

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About Jealous

"Jealous" is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé for her self-titled fifth studio album (2013). The song was written by Beyoncé, Detail, Andre Eric Proctor, Brian Soko and its additional producers Rasool Diaz and Boots. Musically inspired by Hanni El Khatib's "Roach Cock", the song is a power ballad with a slow tempo exploring different styles and music genres. Lyrically, "Jealous" is a self-referential song discussing feelings of jealousy, suspicion, and revenge directed at a present love interest. A music video for the song was directed by Beyoncé along with Francesco Carrozzini and Todd Tours and filmed in New York City in November 2013. It was released through the iTunes Store on December 13, 2013 on the album itself. The visual was shot as a sequel to the previous song on the album, "Partition" and it shows Beyoncé in different sets — alone at home waiting for her partner to come to dinner, at a party, and out in the streets in search for him. Beyoncé performed "Jealous" live at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards during a medley consisting of songs from her self-titled album. 


Year:
2013
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I'm in my penthouse half naked
I cooked this meal for you naked
So where the hell you at
Just one shot left of this drink, in this glass
Don't make me break it
I wish that you were me
So you could feel this feeling
I never broke one promise, and I know when you're not honest
Now you got me yelling that's because I'm jealous

If you keeping your promise, I'm keeping mine
Oh I'm jealous
If you keeping your promise, I'm keeping mine
Oh I'm jealous

Sometimes I want to walk in your shoes
Do the type of things that I never ever do
So I take one look in the mirror and I say to myself
Baby girl you can't survive like this

Take it one step further
Freakum dress out my closet
'Yonce fillin' out this skirt
I look damn good I ain't lost it
And I ain't missed a beat
Boy you been hanging out tonight
I'm staying out 'til tomorrow
Been dancing on them tables ain't got no cares, no sorrow
I ran into my ex
Said what up to his bestest
Now we reminiscing how we used to flex in Texas
Don't be jealous

If you keeping your promise, I'm keeping mine
Oh I'm jealous
If you keeping your promise, I'm keeping mine
Oh I'm jealous

Sometimes I want to walk in your shoes
Do the type of things that I'll never ever do
I take one look in the mirror and I say to myself
Baby girl you can't survive like this no

And I hate you for your lies and your covers
And I hate us for making good love to each other
And I love making you jealous but don't judge me
And I know I'm being hateful but that ain't nothing
That ain't nothing
I'm just jealous
I'm just human
Don't judge me

If you keeping your promise, I'm keeping mine
Oh I'm jealous
If you keeping your promise, I'm keeping mine

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Beyoncé

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child. Managed by her father, Mathew Knowles, the group became one of the world's best-selling girl groups of all time. Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy". more »

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Written by: Beyonce Gisselle Knowles, Leslie Jerome Harmon, Lyrica Nasha Anderson, Andre Eric Proctor, Noel C. Fisher, Rasool Ricardo Diaz

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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24 facts about this song

Song Background
"Jealous" is a song by American singer Beyoncé from her eponymous fifth studio album, Beyoncé (2013).
Composers and Producers
The song was written by Beyoncé, Andre Eric Proctor, Rasool Diaz, Brian Soko, Noel Fisher, and Boots, and produced by Detail and Beyoncé herself.
Musical Genre
"Jealous" is classified under the genre of R&B.
Theme and Inspiration
The song "Jealous" is about a mixture of jealousy, insecurity, and resentment in a failing romantic relationship.
Song Release
"Jealous" was released by Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records in 2013.
Song Structure
The track is set in the common time signature of 4/4, with a tempo of 65 beats per minute.
Critical Reception
The song received favorable reviews from music critics, who admired its candid lyrics and mature theme.
Music Video
The music video for "Jealous" was filmed in various locations in New York City and was directed by Beyonce and Francesco Carrozzini.
Commercial Performance
While "Jealous" wasn't released as a single, it still managed to enter the US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart at number five, and the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart at number 36.
Live Performances
Beyoncé performed the song live during her On the Run Tour in 2014 alongside her husband, Jay-Z.
Professional Use
The song was notably used in a 2019 episode of the American television series, The Good Fight.
Cultural Influence
Given its introspective nature, "Jealous" has been analyzed in academic circles, with some scholars noting its potent exploration of feminine vulnerability and strength.
Fan Reaction
Fans viewed "Jealous" as an open and vulnerable dialogue from Beyoncé, which added to its widespread popularity.
Lyrics Interpretation
Lyrically, “Jealous” unveils Beyoncé's more vulnerable side as she struggles with feelings of jealousy, emptiness, and uncertainty in her relationship.
About the Song's Theme
"Jealous" is a song by Beyonce, which depicts a woman's feelings of jealousy, frustration, and longing due to her partner's neglect and assumed infidelity.
Included in an Album
The song is featured as the eighth track on Beyonce's eponymous self-titled studio album, "Beyoncé," released in 2013.
Song's Genre
"Jealous" belongs to a mix of R&B and pop genre, capturing Beyoncé's characteristic style.
Lyrics' Contribution
The lyrics of "Jealous" were written by Beyoncé herself, along with lyricists Brian Soko, Andre Eric Proctor, Rasool Diaz, and Noel Fisher.
Song's Production
This track was produced by Detail, Fisher and Beyoncé, incorporating traditional R&B elements with modern synths and beats.
Music Video Details
The song's music video was part of a visual album, featuring a unique music video for every song. Beyoncé cast herself as the lead in the video for "Jealous."
Popular Acclaim
The track was lauded by critics for its honest and emotionally charged lyrics, showcasing Beyonce’s ability to translate personal experiences into powerful music.
Music Charts
Upon release, the song "Jealous" managed to reach the top 100 in music charts in countries like Belgium, the Netherlands, and the UK, without even being released as a single.
Live Performances
The song “Jealous” was performed with great appreciation during "The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour" and "On the Run Tour II," both starring Beyonce.
Cover Version
A cover version of "Jealous" was performed by Nick Jonas in 2014, attesting to the song's popularity and influence in the pop culture industry.

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