71 Songs About Jealousy (Pop, Rap & More)

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71 Songs About Jealousy (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Country Songs About Jealousy

1. You’re Still the One by Shania Twain

Artist: Shania Twain
Album: Come On Over
Year: 1997

The song is about a couple who despite all the odds are still together and in love.

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2. Green-Eyed Lady by Sugarloaf

Artist: Sugarloaf
Album: Sugarloaf
Year: 1970

The song is about a woman who is the object of desire for the singer. She is a green-eyed lady who has captured his heart. The singer is willing to do anything to make her happy and to keep her in his life.

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3. Crazy by Patsy Cline

Artist: Patsy Cline
Album: Patsy Cline Showcase
Year: 1961

The song is about a woman who is crazy about a man who does not reciprocate her feelings. She is willing to do anything for him, including giving up her sanity.

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II. Latest Songs About Jealousy

1. Mr. Brightside by The Killers

Artist: The Killers
Album: Hot Fuss
Year: 2004

The song is about a man who is in love with a woman who is in love with someone else. The man is trying to be positive, but he is worried that the woman will never love him back.

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2. Jealous Hearted Blues by Ma Rainey

Artist: Ma Rainey
Album:
Year:

The song is about a woman who is jealous of her lover’s attention to other women. She sings about how she feels neglected and how she plans to get revenge on her lover.

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3. Bring Me Some Water by Melissa Etheridge

Artist: Melissa Etheridge
Album: Melissa Etheridge
Year: 1988

The song is about a woman who is asking her lover to bring her some water. She is thirsty and she needs him to bring her some water.

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4. Jealousy by Natalie Merchant

Artist: Natalie Merchant
Album: Tigerlily
Year: 1995

The song is about a woman who is jealous of her lover’s ex-girlfriend. She is afraid that the other woman is better than her and that her lover will leave her for her.

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5. Jealous Guy by John Lennon

Artist: John Lennon
Album:
Year:

“Jealous Guy” is a song by John Lennon from his 1971 album, Imagine. The song was written in 1969 after the Beatles’ break-up, and is about Lennon’s feelings of guilt and insecurity after causing pain to those he was close to. The song is one of Lennon’s most personal and introspective, and is considered by many to be one of his best.

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6. Headphones by WALK THE MOON

Artist: WALK THE MOON
Album: What If Nothing
Year: 2017

The song is about a person who is in love with someone who is in a relationship with someone else. The person is trying to tell the person they love that they should break up with their current partner and be with them instead.

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7. Tell Me You Love Me by Demi Lovato

Artist: Demi Lovato
Album: Tell Me You Love Me
Year: 2017

The song is about a relationship that is falling apart and the person is begging for the other person to tell them that they love them.

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8. Nunya by Kehlani

Artist: Kehlani
Album: While We Wait
Year: 2019

The song is about a woman who is done with a man who has been treating her badly. She tells him that he is no longer a part of her life and that she is moving on without him.

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III. Pop Songs About Jealousy

1. Jealous by Nick Jonas

Artist: Nick Jonas
Album: Nick Jonas
Year: 2014

The song is about a guy who is jealous of his girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend. He is worried that the guy is going to take her away from him.

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2. You Belong With Me by Taylor Swift

Artist: Taylor Swift
Album: Fearless
Year: 2008

The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who is in love with another girl. The girl is trying to tell the boy that he belongs with her, but he doesn’t seem to realize it.

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3. Jealous by Labrinth

Artist: Labrinth
Album: Love Soundsation
Year: 2016

The song is about a man who is jealous of his partner’s ex and is worried that they will get back together. He is worried that he will never be good enough for her and that she will always compare him to her ex.

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4. No One Else by Weezer

Artist: Weezer
Album: Weezer
Year: 1994

The song is about a guy who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The guy is trying to convince the girl that he is the better choice for her.

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5. Every Breath You Take by The Police

Artist: The Police
Album:
Year: 1983

The song is about a man who is obsessed with a woman and is watching her every move.

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6. Don’t Wanna Know by Maroon 5

Artist: Maroon 5
Album: Red Pill Blues
Year: 2017

The song is about a guy who is trying to get over his ex-girlfriend. He doesn’t want to know where she is or what she is doing because it will just make it harder for him to move on.

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7. Hey Jealousy by Gin Blossoms

Artist: Gin Blossoms
Album: New Miserable Experience
Year: 1992

Hey Jealousy is a song by American rock band Gin Blossoms. The song was written by lead singer Robin Wilson and guitarist Doug Hopkins. It was released in September 1992 as the third single from the band’s debut album, New Miserable Experience. The song peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. In the United Kingdom, the song peaked at number 33 on the UK Singles Chart.

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8. Jealous Guy by John Lennon

Artist: John Lennon
Album:
Year:

“Jealous Guy” is a song by John Lennon from his 1971 album, Imagine. The song was written in 1969 after the Beatles’ break-up, and is about Lennon’s feelings of guilt and insecurity after causing pain to those he was close to. The song is one of Lennon’s most personal and introspective, and is considered by many to be one of his best.

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9. The Jam by David Watts

Artist: David Watts
Album:
Year:

The song is about a young man who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The young man is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell the girl that he loves her.

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10. What Lovers Do by Maroon 5

Artist: Maroon 5
Album:
Year:

The song is about a couple in love and what they do for each other. They are willing to do anything for each other, no matter what it takes.

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IV. Rap Songs About Jealousy

1. Beautiful Liar (Spanglish) by Beyoncé

Artist: Beyoncé
Album: B’Day
Year: 2006

“Beautiful Liar (Spanglish)” is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé and Colombian singer Shakira. It was written by Beyoncé, Amanda Ghost, Ian Dench, and produced by Beyoncé and Stargate. The song was released by Columbia Records on March 14, 2007, as the lead single from the deluxe edition of Beyoncé’s second studio album, B’Day (2007). A Spanish and English mixed version of the song was produced by Beyoncé and Walter Afanasieff. “Beautiful Liar” peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and became Beyoncé’s seventh top ten single as a solo artist. It peaked at number one in more than ten countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Switzerland.

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2. In the Air by Wiz Khalifa, K-Young

Artist: Wiz Khalifa, K-Young
Album: Reefer Party 2
Year: 2011

In the Air is a song by Wiz Khalifa and K-Young. The song is about living life to the fullest and enjoying the moment. The song features a catchy beat and Wiz Khalifa’s signature rap flow.

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3. The Girl Is Mine by Michael Jackson

Artist: Michael Jackson
Album: Thriller
Year: 1982

The song is about a man who is trying to win the affections of a woman who is already in a relationship. He sings about how he is better for her than the man she is currently with, and how he will never give up on trying to win her over.

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4. Tell Her No by The Zombies

Artist: The Zombies
Album: The Zombies
Year: 1965

The song is about a guy who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The guy tells her that he will always love her, but she should tell the other guy no.

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5. Jealous (I Ain’t With It) by Chromeo

Artist: Chromeo
Album: White Women
Year: 2014

The song is about a man who is jealous of his partner’s success and is feeling left behind. He is trying to tell himself that he is not with it and that he does not need to be jealous but he cannot help it.

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6. Jealous by DJ Khaled

Artist: DJ Khaled
Album: Father of Asahd
Year: 2019

The song is about a man who is jealous of his girlfriend’s success. He is envious of her success and wants to be with her all the time. He is also worried that she will leave him for someone else.

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7. Jealous by YG

Artist: YG
Album: My Life 4Hunnid
Year: 2020

The song is about a man who is jealous of his girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend. He is worried that the ex-boyfriend is better than him in every way and that he will lose her to him.

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8. Want U Back by Cher Lloyd

Artist: Cher Lloyd
Album: Sticks and Stones
Year: 2011

The song is about a girl who is regretful about breaking up with her boyfriend and wants him back.

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9. Jealous by DJ Khaled

Artist: DJ Khaled
Album: Father of Asahd
Year: 2019

The song is about a man who is jealous of his girlfriend’s success. He is envious of her success and wants to be with her all the time. He is also worried that she will leave him for someone else.

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10. Jealous by Nick Jonas

Artist: Nick Jonas
Album: Nick Jonas
Year: 2014

The song is about a guy who is jealous of his girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend. He is worried that the guy is going to take her away from him.

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11. Crazy in Love by Beyoncé

Artist: Beyoncé
Album: Dangerously in Love
Year: 2003

The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is “crazy.” She is madly in love with him and she doesn’t care what anyone else thinks. She is willing to do anything for him and she is not afraid to show her love for him.

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12. Jealous by DJ Khaled

Artist: DJ Khaled
Album: Father of Asahd
Year: 2019

The song is about a man who is jealous of his girlfriend’s success. He is envious of her success and wants to be with her all the time. He is also worried that she will leave him for someone else.

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13. Jealous by Labrinth

Artist: Labrinth
Album: Love Soundsation
Year: 2016

The song is about a man who is jealous of his partner’s ex and is worried that they will get back together. He is worried that he will never be good enough for her and that she will always compare him to her ex.

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14. Tell Me You Love Me by Demi Lovato

Artist: Demi Lovato
Album: Tell Me You Love Me
Year: 2017

The song is about a relationship that is falling apart and the person is begging for the other person to tell them that they love them.

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15. Control by Big Sean

Artist: Big Sean
Album: Control
Year: 2013

“Control” is a song by American rapper Big Sean from his second studio album Hall of Fame (2013). The song features guest verses from Kendrick Lamar and Jay Electronica. Production was handled by No I.D. and Key Wane. The song was released on August 12, 2013, as the album’s lead single.

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V. Christian Songs About Jealousy

1. Jealous God by Know Hope Collective

Artist: Know Hope Collective
Album: Know Hope Collective
Year: 2011

The song is about a person who is struggling with their faith and feeling jealous of those who seem to have a stronger connection to God. The song is about the person’s internal battle between their doubt and their desire to have a strong faith.

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2. Jealous by Maverick City Music, Kirk Franklin

Artist: Maverick City Music, Kirk Franklin
Album: Kingdom Book One
Year: 2022

The song is about a person who is jealous of another person’s success. The person who is jealous is trying to figure out why the other person is successful and what they have that they don’t have.

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3. How He Loves by David Crowder Band

Artist: David Crowder Band
Album: Church Music
Year: 2009

The song is about how God loves us unconditionally and how we are never alone because he is always with us.

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4. S.O.S. (Let the Music Play) by Jordin Sparks

Artist: Jordin Sparks
Album: Battlefield
Year: 2009

The song is about a relationship that is in trouble and the person is trying to save it. They are saying that they need help and they are hoping that music will be the answer.

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5. Jealous Jealousy by Christ For The Nations Music

Artist: Christ For The Nations Music
Album: No Ordinary Love
Year: 2013

The song is about a person who is feeling jealous and threatened by someone else’s success. The person is worried that they will be left behind and that the other person will take everything they have.

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6. Outcast by Kerrie Roberts

Artist: Kerrie Roberts
Album: Kerrie Roberts
Year: 2010

The song is about being an outcast and feeling alone. The lyrics talk about how the outcast feels like they don’t belong anywhere and how they are always the odd one out. They feel like they are always on the outside looking in and that no one understands them.

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7. Envy & Jealousy by Sweet Comfort Band

Artist: Sweet Comfort Band
Album: Perfect Timing
Year: 1984

The song is about the dangers of envy and jealousy and how they can destroy relationships.

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8. Habit of Hate by Sweet Comfort Band

Artist: Sweet Comfort Band
Album: Perfect Timing
Year: 1984

The song is about a person struggling with the habit of hating others. The lyrics talk about how the person tries to break free from the cycle of hate, but it always seems to come back. The song ends with the person admitting that they need help to break the habit of hate.

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9. You Led Me To Believe by Sweet Comfort Band

Artist: Sweet Comfort Band
Album: Perfect Timing
Year: 1984

The song is about a relationship that ended suddenly and unexpectedly. The singer is trying to figure out what went wrong and why the person they loved suddenly left.

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VI. R&B Songs About Jealousy

1. Jealousy by Club Nouveau

Artist: Club Nouveau
Album: Life, Love & Pain
Year: 1986

“Jealousy” is a song by Club Nouveau. The song is about a man who is jealous of the attention his girlfriend is giving to other men. He is also worried that she will leave him for someone else.

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2. Beautiful Liar (Spanglish) by Beyoncé

Artist: Beyoncé
Album: B’Day
Year: 2006

“Beautiful Liar (Spanglish)” is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé and Colombian singer Shakira. It was written by Beyoncé, Amanda Ghost, Ian Dench, and produced by Beyoncé and Stargate. The song was released by Columbia Records on March 14, 2007, as the lead single from the deluxe edition of Beyoncé’s second studio album, B’Day (2007). A Spanish and English mixed version of the song was produced by Beyoncé and Walter Afanasieff. “Beautiful Liar” peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and became Beyoncé’s seventh top ten single as a solo artist. It peaked at number one in more than ten countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Switzerland.

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3. Jealousy by The Beach Boys

Artist: The Beach Boys
Album: The Beach Boys Today!
Year: 1965

The song is about a man who is consumed by jealousy and envy. He is unable to enjoy anything in life because he is always comparing himself to others. The song reflects the feelings of insecurity and inadequacy that can come from having a mental illness.

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4. The Jealous Kind by Joe Cocker

Artist: Joe Cocker
Album: Stingray
Year: 1976

The song is about a man who is jealous of his partner’s past lovers. He is worried that he will never be able to measure up to them.

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5. Jealous by Beyoncé

Artist: Beyoncé
Album: Beyoncé
Year: 2013

The song is about a woman who is jealous of her lover’s ex-girlfriend. She is worried that the other woman is still in love with him and that he will leave her for her.

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6. Jealous by Beyoncé

Artist: Beyoncé
Album: Beyoncé
Year: 2013

The song is about a woman who is jealous of her lover’s ex-girlfriend. She is worried that the other woman is still in love with him and that he will leave her for her.

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7. Tell Her No by The Zombies

Artist: The Zombies
Album: The Zombies
Year: 1965

The song is about a guy who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The guy tells her that he will always love her, but she should tell the other guy no.

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8. I Want Your Girlfriend to Be My Girlfriend Too by Reel Big Fish

Artist: Reel Big Fish
Album: Everything Sucks
Year: 1995

The song is about a guy who is in love with his best friend’s girlfriend and wants to be with her too. He is trying to convince his friend to let him date her, but his friend is not interested.

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9. Forgive My Jealousy by Chuck Jackson

Artist: Chuck Jackson
Album: Arrives!
Year: 1968

The song is about a man who is apologizing to his lover for being jealous. He knows that he has no right to be jealous, but he can’t help it. He is sorry for the pain that he has caused and he promises to change.

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10. Want U Back by Cher Lloyd

Artist: Cher Lloyd
Album: Sticks and Stones
Year: 2011

The song is about a girl who is regretful about breaking up with her boyfriend and wants him back.

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11. Jessie’s Girl by Rick Springfield

Artist: Rick Springfield
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is in love with his best friend’s girlfriend.

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12. Jealous by Labrinth

Artist: Labrinth
Album: Love Soundsation
Year: 2016

The song is about a man who is jealous of his partner’s ex and is worried that they will get back together. He is worried that he will never be good enough for her and that she will always compare him to her ex.

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13. Crazy in Love by Beyoncé

Artist: Beyoncé
Album: Dangerously in Love
Year: 2003

The song is about a woman who is in love with a man who is “crazy.” She is madly in love with him and she doesn’t care what anyone else thinks. She is willing to do anything for him and she is not afraid to show her love for him.

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VII. Rock Songs About Jealousy

1. Hey Jealousy by Gin Blossoms

Artist: Gin Blossoms
Album: New Miserable Experience
Year: 1992

Hey Jealousy is a song by American rock band Gin Blossoms. The song was written by lead singer Robin Wilson and guitarist Doug Hopkins. It was released in September 1992 as the third single from the band’s debut album, New Miserable Experience. The song peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. In the United Kingdom, the song peaked at number 33 on the UK Singles Chart.

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2. Jealous Guy by John Lennon

Artist: John Lennon
Album:
Year:

“Jealous Guy” is a song by John Lennon from his 1971 album, Imagine. The song was written in 1969 after the Beatles’ break-up, and is about Lennon’s feelings of guilt and insecurity after causing pain to those he was close to. The song is one of Lennon’s most personal and introspective, and is considered by many to be one of his best.

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3. Green Is the Colour by Pink Floyd

Artist: Pink Floyd
Album:
Year: 1969

The song is about a young man who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The young man is trying to convince the girl to love him back, and he tells her that green is the colour of love.

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4. Mr. Brightside by The Killers

Artist: The Killers
Album: Hot Fuss
Year: 2004

The song is about a man who is in love with a woman who is in love with someone else. The man is trying to be positive, but he is worried that the woman will never love him back.

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5. Jealous Again by The Black Crowes

Artist: The Black Crowes
Album: Shake Your Money Maker
Year: 1990

The Black Crowes’ song “Jealous Again” is a song about a man who is jealous of the attention his girlfriend is receiving from other men. He is worried that she will leave him for someone else.

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6. I Want Your Girlfriend to Be My Girlfriend Too by Reel Big Fish

Artist: Reel Big Fish
Album: Everything Sucks
Year: 1995

The song is about a guy who is in love with his best friend’s girlfriend and wants to be with her too. He is trying to convince his friend to let him date her, but his friend is not interested.

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7. Jealousy by Depeche Mode

Artist: Depeche Mode
Album: Some Great Reward
Year: 1984

The song is about a person who is consumed by jealousy and paranoia. They are afraid that their partner will leave them for someone else and they will be alone.

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8. Green Light by Lorde

Artist: Lorde
Album: Melodrama
Year: 2017

The song is about a relationship that ended suddenly and the singer is trying to move on.

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9. Liability by Lorde

Artist: Lorde
Album: Melodrama
Year: 2017

The song is about a young woman who is tired of being seen as a liability by her friends and lovers. She is tired of being the one who is always left behind, and she is ready to take control of her life.

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10. Jealousy by Bryan Ferry

Artist: Bryan Ferry
Album: Stereoplay Highlights CD 34
Year: 1988

The song is about a man who is consumed by jealousy and paranoia and is worried that his lover is cheating on him. He is afraid to confront her about his fears and instead tries to control her by keeping her under his watchful eye. The song reflects on the destructive nature of jealousy and how it can ruin relationships.

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11. Jealousy by Natalie Merchant

Artist: Natalie Merchant
Album: Tigerlily
Year: 1995

The song is about a woman who is jealous of her lover’s ex-girlfriend. She is afraid that the other woman is better than her and that her lover will leave her for her.

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12. Satelite of Love 2004 by Lou Reed

Artist: Lou Reed
Album: Transformer
Year: 1972

The song is a reworking of Reed’s classic 1973 track, “Satellite of Love.” The new version was recorded in 2004 with the help of Antony Hegarty of Antony and the Johnsons. The song is a slow, atmospheric ballad with Hegarty’s ethereal vocals floating over Reed’s guitar. The lyrics are a meditative reflection on love and loss, with Reed looking back on a past relationship and wondering what might have been.

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13. No One Else by Weezer

Artist: Weezer
Album: Weezer
Year: 1994

The song is about a guy who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The guy is trying to convince the girl that he is the better choice for her.

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