Uber-talented Irish indie singer/songwriter Ocean Tisdall comes to us with the bittersweet and honest tale of "Jealous". With this refreshing and relatable mix of melodies and lyrics he gives life to a world so human, so real and so uniquely cinematic. It's a track that understands that sadly sometimes one sides moves on while the other is still trying to reason why it all had to end.
There's something about "Jealous" that speaks to our hearts and souls, offering us a chance to be part of something quite raw. It's a soundscape that understands the sadness mixed with anger, helplessness and loss that at times comes alive when a heart breaks, and the other side is already smiling. So, listen closely and fall prey to the sweet caress of this must-listen gem. Enjoy!
‘‘I wrote Jealous in April this year up in Edinburgh with my friend and producer, Prentice. The song is about watching someone move on so easily after heartbreak - as if what you had meant nothing - while you’re left completely paralysed. It’s that feeling of seeing them eating, sleeping, and going out like normal, while you can’t even function, and realising how unaffected they are compared to you.
Jealous explores that uncomfortable emotion that most of us don’t like to admit feeling. We’re often taught that jealousy is ugly - that it makes us seem bitter or small - so instead of understanding it, we tend to push it away or hate ourselves for feeling it. But really, jealousy often just points to an unfulfilled need in your own life that someone else has managed to meet in theirs. After writing the song, I realised that jealousy fades once you start recognising your own worth, rebuilding your self-esteem, and Realising your value isn’t determined by someone else’s affection or attention."
Ocean Tisdall
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