With ba… Read Full Bio ↴Robert Cray is an American blues guitarist, composer and singer.
With bassist Richard Cousins, keyboardist Peter Boe and drummer Tom Murphy, they launched The Robert Cray Band in 1980 with "Who's Been Talkin". The album was recorded during constant touring in the U.S. in 1978. The record was initially shelved for two years, being eventually issued by the short-lived Tomato label (whose licence was picked up by "Atlantic Records" (U.S.) and "Charly" in the UK.
After several years of regional success, Cray was signed to Mercury in 1982. It was the connection with the producing and songwriting team of Bruce Bromberg and Dennis Walker at Hightone that helped to create the mold-breaking music of "Bad Influence" (1983) and "False Accusations" (1985).
In 1984, The Robert Cray Band completed their first European tour to critical acclaim. Cray's participation with Albert Collins and Johnny Copeland on "Showdown!" (1985, Alligator) and the 1986 album release, "Strong Persuader", again produced by Walker, both received Grammy Awards, while the crossover single "Smoking Gun" gave him wider appeal and name recognition. During 1986 Cray played 170 concerts, including his seventh European tour since 1984, building on his increasing reputation in the UK.
The Robert Cray Band's next album "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" (1988) was recorded in Los Angeles, California, and featured David Sanborn on guest saxophone. The title song from the album won Cray his third Grammy, and he guested on Eric Clapton's "Journeyman", whilst also being on the bill at Clapton's eighteen show marathon at the Royal Albert Hall in London. In 1991 Cray was selected to present Howlin' Wolf's induction trophy to Wolf's widow, Lilly Burnett, at the sixth annual "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame" Awards. Later that year Cray took part in the "Newport Jazz Festival" with B. B. King and John Lee Hooker.
Cray issued his following records under his own name, Robert Cray
Jealous Love
The Robert Cray Band Lyrics
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Girl, you got my world upside down
Jealous Love, ooh baby
Jealous Love
Jealous Love
In the song "Jealous Love," the singer expresses the frustrating and consuming emotions of jealousy in love. The opening line "I gave you time" suggests that the singer had invested time and effort into the relationship, but it was not appreciated or reciprocated. The following lines "Girl, you got my world upside down" indicates that the actions of the partner have taken a toll on him and his world is in disarray. The repetitive chorus "Jealous Love, ooh baby, Jealous Love" conveys the extent of his jealousy and how it has taken over his ability to love openly and confidently. The use of the word "baby" further emphasizes the vulnerability and emotional turmoil the singer feels.
The lyrics convey a universal theme of the complexity of love and how difficult it can be to navigate jealousy and insecurity. The song showcases Robert Cray's soulful and emotive vocals and his band's smooth blues-influenced sound. Overall, "Jealous Love" is a heartbreaking yet relatable song about the struggles of love and the consuming nature of jealousy.
Line by Line Meaning
I gave you time
I devoted my time and energy to you
Girl, you got my world upside down
You have completely turned my life upside down and changed everything
Jealous Love, ooh baby
Love filled with jealousy, oh my dear
Jealous Love
Love tainted with envy and possessiveness
Jealous Love
Love that breeds suspicion and doubt
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Curtis Ousley, Bobby Womack
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