Jealous

Beyoncé · Beyoncé [2013]

[Verse 1]

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



[Hook]

If you keeping your promise, I'm keeping my word

Oh I'm jealous

If you keeping your promise, I'm keeping my

Oh I'm jealous



[Post-Hook]

Sometimes I want to walk in your shoes

Do the things that I never ever do

I take one look in the mirror and I say to myself

Baby girl you can't survive like this no



[Verse 2]

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



[Hook]

[Post-Hook]



[Bridge]

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



[Hook]

Jealous

Jealous stands as a standout track from Beyoncé's 2013 self-titled visual album, marking a pivotal moment in her discography where she embraced a more experimental and intimate sound. The recording captures the artist's signature blend of R&B and pop, characterized by its moody atmosphere and dynamic vocal performance. Released during a period of intense creative output, the song reflects the emotional depth and vulnerability that defined the project. It showcases Beyoncé's ability to convey complex feelings of insecurity and desire through her powerful delivery and the track's sophisticated production. As part of a landmark release that redefined her artistic identity, Jealous remains a compelling example of her evolution as a songwriter and performer within the modern R&B landscape.