[2026] A roundup of classic and popular Western songs about jealousy
Among romantic feelings, jealousy is especially complex and bittersweet.
Because it’s an emotion everyone experiences at least once, many artists have expressed it through lyrics and melodies that truly resonate.
The desire to have the person you love all to yourself, the anxiety that their heart might drift away, the tangled feelings toward a rival… Here, we’ll introduce a wide range of classic Western songs that sing of these tender yet deeply human emotions—from recent hits to timeless masterpieces.
You’re sure to find a song that speaks to your heart.
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[2026] A roundup of classic and popular Western songs about jealousy (21–30)
Some Guys Have All The LuckRod Stewart
This is Rod Stewart’s cover version of a song written and made a hit by Jeff Fortgang.
It was released in 1984.
The lyrics deal with irony and jealousy toward a man who always takes the credit or reaps the rewards without doing anything.
The song has been covered by many artists.
Jealous LoverRainbow
This is a song released in 1981 by Rainbow, a British hard rock band that has sold over 28 million albums worldwide.
The song, which is about a jealous lover, reached No.
13 on Billboard’s Rock Tracks chart.
Cheated On MeGavin DeGraw
Gavin DeGraw is an American musician also known for the theme song of the TV drama “One Tree Hill.” This song was inspired by his relationship with a girlfriend that fell apart because she grew tired of his jealousy.
It was released in 2008.
Sugar, We’re Goin DownFall Out Boy
Written and composed by bassist Pete Wentz, this song portrays jealousy and insecurities in romantic relationships.
It was released in 2005 by the American rock band Fall Out Boy and reached No.
8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
EifersuchtUriah Heep
Rammstein is a metal rock band formed in Berlin, Germany in 1994.
Their live performances, known for distinctive staging, often attract media attention.
The title of this song, Eifersucht, included on their 1997 album Sehnsucht, means “jealousy” in German.