The song "Jealous" by Ingrid Michaelson is about the intense feelings of jealousy and insecurity that can arise in a relationship. The narrator is struggling with seeing their ex-partner moving on and being happy without them. They feel a mix of emotions, including anger and sadness, as they come to terms with the end of their relationship. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is struggling to control their emotions and actions due to their jealousy. They admit to doing "bad things" when they are jealous, unable to help themselves from acting out in response to their feelings of inadequacy. The narrator acknowledges that they have changed since the end of the relationship, becoming bitter and resentful. They recognize that the other person will ultimately be their downfall, as they continue to struggle with their jealous emotions. Overall, the song captures the raw and complex emotions that can arise when dealing with jealousy in a romantic relationship. It explores the internal conflict and turmoil that can result from feeling insecure and threatened by a partner's happiness with someone else.
