Jealous
Beyoncé · Beyoncé [2013]
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.

