Jealous
Labrinth
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I'm jealous of the rain That falls upon your skin It's closer than my hands have been I'm jealous of the rain I'm jealous of the wind That ripples through your clothes It's closer than your shadow Oh, I'm jealous of the wind 'Cause I wished you the best of All this world could give And I told you when you left me There's nothing to forgive But I always thought you'd come back, tell me all you found was Heartbreak and misery It's hard for me to say, I'm jealous of the way You're happy without me I'm jealous of the nights That I don't spend with you I'm wondering who you lay next to Oh, I'm jealous of the nights I'm jealous of the love Love that was in here Gone for someone else to share Oh, I'm jealous of the love 'Cause I wished you the best of All this world could give And I told you when you left me There's nothing to forgive But I always thought you'd come back, tell me all you found was Heartbreak and misery It's hard for me to say, I'm jealous of the way You're happy without me As I sink in the sand Watch you slip through my hands Oh, as I die here another day, yeah 'Cause all I do is cry behind this smile I wished you the best of All this world could give And I told you when you left me There's nothing to forgive But I always thought you'd come back, tell me all you found was Heartbreak and misery It's hard for me to say, I'm jealous of the way You're happy without me I-I-It's hard for me to say, I'm jealous of the way You're happy without me
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Written by: Josh Kear, Natalie Hemby, Timothy Mckenzie
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19 facts about this song
Release and Rank (Chart Performance"Jealous" is a song by English singer Labrinth. It was released as the second single from his second studio album, "Take Me to the Truth", on November 23, 2014.
- The song peaked at number 7 on the Official UK Singles Chart and has also reached the top 40 in Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand.
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Songwriting and Inspiration (Song CompositionLabrinth wrote "Jealous" to express a sentiment he felt after seeing his parents separate in his youth and his father's emotions towards it.
- The song is written in the key of Db Major and it follows a chord progression of Db–Bbm7–Gb–Db.
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Reception (Critical AcclaimIt was positively reviewed by critics who praised its heartfelt sentiment and Labrinth's singing. The Guardian noted that it's a "beautifully done" ballad expressing heartache and regret.
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Music Video (VisualsThe music video was directed by Karim Huu Do and features Labrinth in different poignant scenes. As of September 2020, the music video has over 270 million views on YouTube.
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Covers and Performances (Publicity"Jealous" has been covered by various artists and performers globally. Most notably, a cover version by Josh Daniel on The X Factor UK 2015 went viral and further amplified the popularity of the song.
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Recognition (CertificationThe song has been certified Platinum in the UK for selling over 600,000 units and Gold in Australia for exceeding 35,000 sales.
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Artistry (Style and Genre"Jealous" is a soul-pop song that marks Labrinth's departure from his more electronically infused debut album. It shows his artistry and depth as a songwriter and a story-teller.
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Song Composition"Jealous" is a soulful pop ballad that features piano and strings. The lyrics revolve around the theme of feeling insecure and jealous.
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Launch & SuccessThe song was initially released as the second single from Labrinth’s second studio album, "Take Me to the Truth," in November 2014. It was well-received and earned a high spot on the UK Singles Chart.
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Chart Performance"Jealous" was successful on the UK Singles Chart where it peaked at number 7. It also charted in Australia, Belgium, New Zealand, Ireland, and the Netherlands.
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Song InspirationLabrinth has mentioned that the song "Jealous" was inspired by a breakup he had been through, though the song is about a variety of types of jealousy.
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Cover VersionsSince its release, there have been numerous cover versions of "Jealous", including one by Josh Daniel on The X Factor UK 2015, which moved the judges to tears.
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Writing & ProductionThe song was written by Labrinth along with Josh Kear and Natalie Hemby. The distinctive piano melody that sets the tone for the song was composed by Labrinth.
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Critical AcclaimMusic critics lauded "Jealous" for its emotional and raw lyrics and Labrinth's powerful vocal performance.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Jealous" was directed by Karim Huu Do and features Labrinth performing the song in an empty, moody setting.
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International Success"Jealous" became Labrinth's international breakthrough, helping him to a wider audience outside of his homeland UK.
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Use in MediaThe song has been featured in several television series including Orange is the New Black and in multiple international singing competitions.
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Song EvolutionOriginally, the song was more uptempo with a gospel feel, but it was made to slow down by its producer, to deliver the emotional weight of the lyrics more effectively.
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Certifications"Jealous" has received Platinum certifications in multiple countries including the UK, Australia, and Denmark.
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