Jazmine Sullivan is an American singer-songwriter who has been in the music industry since 2008. One of her most popular songs is “In Love With Another Man”. The song was written by Sullivan and Salaam Remi, and was released in 2008 as part of her debut album “Fearless”.
Verse 1
The song is a ballad that talks about the pain and heartbreak of being in love with someone who is unavailable. The first verse of the song goes like this:
“If I could could forget him, I would please believe me
And I know that I should throw the towel in
But baby it’s not that easy”
These lyrics show the struggle that the singer is going through. She knows that she should move on from this person, but she just can’t seem to let go.
Chorus
The chorus of the song is the most memorable part. It goes like this:
“You said you love me, oh, what happened to that?
You said you need me, oh, what happened to that?
You said you’d never leave me, oh, what happened?
What happened, oh baby, please tell me ’cause one second it was perfect
Now you’re halfway out the door”
These lyrics show the pain and confusion that the singer is feeling. She thought that this person loved her and would never leave her, but now they are leaving and she doesn’t understand why.
Verse 2
The second verse of the song continues with the theme of heartbreak and confusion. It goes like this:
“And I swore I was okay, but then you called me
And I’m stuck inside this feeling that I’m just not quite sure of
And I can’t take the pain of
Not knowing where you’re going
‘Cause I know I’m going crazy”
These lyrics show how the singer is trying to move on, but then the person calls her and she is pulled back into the confusion and pain. She doesn’t know where this person is going and it is driving her crazy.
Bridge
The bridge of the song is a powerful moment. It goes like this:
“I don’t wanna have to beg you to stay
Had a love sweeter than you ever knew
So you can fall back on your pride, thinking I’ll wait, yeah
But you got it wrong, babe, and you’ll be missing me
Before I’m missing you”
These lyrics show that the singer is done begging this person to stay. She had a love that was sweeter than they ever knew, but now they are letting it go. The singer is confident that the person will miss her before she misses them.
Conclusion
“In Love With Another Man” is a powerful and emotional song that resonates with anyone who has ever been in love with someone who is unavailable. Jazmine Sullivan’s vocals are amazing and the lyrics are heartfelt. It’s no wonder that this song has become one of Sullivan’s most popular songs.
