Jealous Guy

John Lennon · Lennon - Signature Box [2010]

I was dreaming of the past,

And my heart was beating fast,

I began to lose control,

I began to lose control,

I didn't mean to hurt you,

I'm sorry that i made you cry,

I didn't want to hurt you,

I'm just a jealous guy.

I was feeling insecure,

You might not love me anymore,

I was shivering inside,

I was shivering inside,

I didn't mean to hurt you,

I'm sorry that i made you cry,

I didn't want to hurt you,

I'm just a jealous guy.

I didn't mean to hurt you,

I'm sorry that i made you cry,

I didn't want to hurt you,

I'm just a jealous guy.

I was tryin' to catch your eye,

Thought that you was tryin' to hide,

I was swallowing my pain,

I was swallowing my pain,

I didn't mean to hurt you,

I'm sorry that i made you cry,

I didn't want to hurt you,

I'm just a jealous guy.

I'm just a jealous guy,

I'm just a jealous guy,

I'm just a jealous guy.

Jealous Guy

John Lennon's 'Jealous Guy' stands as a poignant exploration of romantic insecurity and vulnerability, delivered with his signature melodic sensibility. Recorded during the early 1970s, the track exemplifies the introspective depth characteristic of his solo work, contrasting sharply with the political activism of his earlier years. The song features a gentle acoustic arrangement that underscores its lyrical themes of fear and longing, capturing a universal emotional experience through Lennon's distinctive vocal delivery. Released on the 'Lennon - Signature Box' compilation, the recording highlights his ability to blend personal narrative with pop accessibility, cementing its place within his discography as a timeless piece of folk-rock that resonates across generations.