“Hey Jealousy” is a song by the American rock band Gin Blossoms, released in 1989. It was released as the lead single from their major-label debut album, New Miserable Experience. The song became a major hit in the US and Canada, reaching number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 11 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart. It remains one of the band’s best-known songs and has been featured in films and television shows.
Overview of “Hey Jealousy”
“Hey Jealousy” is an upbeat rock song that was written by lead singer Robin Wilson and guitarist Jesse Valenzuela. The song is about a relationship that is slowly fading away, and the narrator’s attempts to come to terms with the situation. The music is driven by a catchy guitar riff and a driving rhythm section. The lyrics are filled with metaphors and clever turns of phrase, making it a timeless classic.
Full Lyrics of the Song
Verse 1:
My friend, what’s his name?
He’s always tryin’ to start up a scene
He’s always tryin’ to bring me down
But I’m too smart to pay attention
Chorus:
Hey jealousy, turnin’ my life upside down
Hey jealousy, won’t you please leave me alone
Verse 2:
He’s always tryin’ to put me in my place
But I’m too cool to give it away
I’m too smart to get caught up in his game
And I’m too young to be livin’ this way
Chorus:
Hey jealousy, turnin’ my life upside down
Hey jealousy, won’t you please leave me alone
Bridge:
I’m just a prisoner in your world of lies
I can’t take it, I can’t take it
I’m just a victim of your wicked ways
I can’t take it, I can’t take it
Chorus:
Hey jealousy, turnin’ my life upside down
Hey jealousy, won’t you please leave me alone
Outro:
“Hey Jealousy” is a classic song that captures the emotions of a relationship that is slowly fading away. The catchy guitar riff and clever lyrics make it a timeless classic that will remain popular for years to come.