Jealous Heart
Jerry Lee Lewis · Mercury Smashes...And Rockin' Sessions [2000]
Can't you see the damage you have done
You have driven her away forever
Jealous Heart, now I'm the lonely one.
I was part of everything she planned for
And I know she loved me at the start
Now she hates the sight of all I stand for
All because of you, old Jealous Heart.
Jealous Heart, why did I let you lead me
When I knew the end would bring me pain
Now she's gone, she's gone and found another
Oh, I'll never see my love again.
Through the years her memory will haunt me
Even though we're many miles apart
It's so hard to know she'll never want me
'Cause she heard your beating Jealous Heart.
Many times I trusted you to guide me
But your guiding only brought me tears
Why oh why must I have you inside me
Jealous Heart, for all my lonely years.
Jealous Heart
Jerry Lee Lewis delivers a raw, driving performance on 'Jealous Heart,' a track that exemplifies his signature blend of rockabilly and country rock. Recorded during the Mercury Smashes...And Rockin' Sessions, the song showcases Lewis's explosive vocal style and percussive guitar work, hallmarks of his career that bridged the gap between rock and roll and country music. The recording captures the frenetic energy typical of his live performances and studio sessions from the early 1960s, where he often pushed the boundaries of traditional country structures with his electrified approach. As part of his extensive discography, this track stands as a testament to his ability to convey intense emotion through his music, reinforcing his status as a pivotal figure in the evolution of rock and roll.