Jessie's Girl (Song)

"Jessie’s Girl" by Rick Springfield is a rock song about longing and frustration. The singer reveals he's attracted to his friend's girlfriend, Jessie, and feels jealous and disappointed because he can't be with her. The song captures the universal feeling of coveting someone else's partner and dealing with unrequited love. Despite its upbeat sound, it explores themes of desire, envy, and emotional conflict, resonating with listeners who have experienced similar feelings of wanting what isn’t theirs.