“Jealous,” featuring Chandler Moore and Lizzie Morgan, is a compelling track from Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin’s “Kingdom Book One (Deluxe),” an extensive 22-track album that launched on 17 June, 2022. The song explores the concept of God’s jealousy, not as a human flaw, but as a divine attribute reflecting a fervent desire for a devoted relationship with humanity. The lyrics convey the idea that it “breaks Your heart” when one’s attention or affection drifts away, emphasizing a longing for exclusive connection.

The inclusion of “Jealous” within an album largely recorded at the Everglades Correctional Institution adds a distinct layer to its interpretation. For listeners in challenging circumstances, the message of a God who deeply values and pursues a relationship can be profoundly meaningful. Chandler Moore and Lizzie Morgan’s vocal performances contribute to the song’s depth, articulating this divine yearning with a blend of conviction and vulnerability that resonates with the album’s themes of redemption and personal transformation.