The Rolling Stones today release their new single, “Jealous Lover,” alongside music video directed by Chris Barrett & Luke Taylor (Radiohead / Jack White) and staring Anya Taylor-Joy & Charles Melton. Watch the music video exclusively in the Amazon Music app here. A lyric video for the song can be found below.
The single is the latest to be unveiled from their forthcoming studio album Foreign Tongues, due for release on July 10 via Polydor/Universal Music.
“Jealous Lover” comes with another track from Foreign Tongues, “Divine Intervention,” which is one of two tracks from the album to feature The Cure frontman Robert Smith.
As anticipation for the album continues to build, “Jealous Lover offers another compelling example of the band’s remarkable ability to move effortlessly between musical styles. Following the upbeat pop-rock energy of previous single “In The Stars,” the new track embraces a soulful R&B groove, anchored by a captivating falsetto lead vocal from Mick Jagger.
Drawing on the band’s lifelong connection with rhythm and blues, “Jealous Lover” combines infectious melodies, rich musicianship and sharp lyrical observations. Jagger delivers a pointed warning to an over-inquisitive lover, bringing humour, attitude and vivid imagery to the song’s narrative.
The track is powered by expressive guitar work from Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood, whose subtle interplay drives the song’s melodic character. The rhythm section of Darryl Jones on bass and Steve Jordan on drums and percussion provides a deep and assured groove, while longtime friend and collaborator Steve Winwood adds distinctive Rhodes and organ textures. Additional instrumentation from producer Andrew Watt and keyboardist Matt Clifford further enhances the song’s warm, soulful sound.
“Jealous Lover” highlights the chemistry and creativity that continue to define The Rolling Stones more than six decades into their career, blending classic influences with a fresh and contemporary approach.
“Jealous Lover” Credits:
Mick Jagger – Vocals, Background Vocals
Keith Richards – Electric Guitar
Ronnie Wood – Electric Guitar
Darryl Jones – Bass
Steve Jordan – Drums, Percussion
Steve Winwood – Rhodes, Organ
Andrew Watt – Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Synthesizers, Piano
Matt Clifford – Synthesizers
“Divine Intervention” Credits:
Mick Jagger – Vocals, Backround Vocals, Percussion, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar
Keith Richards – Electric Guitar
Ronnie Wood – Electric Guitar
Darryl Jones – Bass
Steve Jordan – Drums
Andrew Watt – Synthesizers & Backround Vocals
Robert Smith – Electric Guitar
Steve Winwood – Piano & Organ
James King – Tenor Saxophone, Alto Saxophone
Ron Blake – Trumpet
Episode 1 of The Rolling Stones podcast, Speaking In Tongues, is released today via all major podcast platforms. Over six episodes Speaking In Tongues takes listeners inside the studio on an intimate and exclusive journey tracing the story of the inspiration, writing and recording of the new album. Starting in the wake of the band’s 2023 universally acclaimed Grammy Award-winning Hackney Diamonds, Mick, Keith and Ronnie will reflect on their songwriting process, studio techniques and the creative influences and collaborators that shaped Foreign Tongues.
Alongside the band the podcast also features contributions from producer Andrew Watt and The Cure’s Robert Smithand Steve Winwood (who both appear on the new album) and the record’s cover artist Nathaniel Mary Quinn.
The series is presented by lifelong Stones fan (and sometime collaborator) Norah Jones.
Listen below:
Foreign Tongues is an incredibly vibrant 14-track collection that follows less than three years after the band’s universally acclaimed, Grammy Award-winning Hackney Diamonds, which topped charts worldwide and achieved multi-platinum success.
Recorded during an exceptionally creative period, Foreign Tongues was brought to life in under a month at Metropolis Studios in West London, with Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood reuniting with Grammy-winning producer Andrew Watt, who also helmed Hackney Diamonds. The result is a dynamic and forward-looking record that captures the band’s unmistakable sound while pushing into new sonic and lyrical territory, further cementing their unparalleled legacy.
The album features standout performances from Jagger, Richards and Wood, alongside their core collaborators including Darryl Jones, Matt Clifford and Steve Jordan. It also includes a special appearance from Charlie Watts, captured during one of his final recording sessions before his passing in 2021. Additional contributions come from an impressive line-up of guest artists, including Steve Winwood, Paul McCartney, The Cure’s Robert Smith and Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Reflecting on the recording process, Mick Jagger said: “I love doing these recording sessions in London at Metropolis. It was a very intense few weeks recording Foreign Tongues. We had 14 great tracks and we went as fast as we could. I like the room there as it’s not too big so you can feel the passion in the room from everyone.”
Keith Richards added: “The Foreign Tongues album has a continuity from Hackney Diamonds and it was great to be working in London again, and to have that London vibe around us. It was a month of concentrated punch. To me, it’s all about the enjoyment of it. I’m blessed to be able to do this and long may it last.”
Ronnie Wood commented: “The atmosphere in the room was so creative, and the whole band was on top form throughout the whole process. Very often we nailed it on the first take. I hope everyone loves it.”
The album’s striking cover artwork is a painting created by acclaimed American artist Nathaniel Mary Quinn who commented: “Creating the album cover for the Rolling Stones is an artistic honour – a dialogue with one of the most enduring forces in cultural history.”
Foreign Tongues will be available on a wide range of formats, including CD, deluxe CD editions, cassette, multiple vinyl variants (standard and limited colour pressings), exclusive retailer editions, and special box sets, alongside the single “In The Stars” on CD and vinyl formats.
Pre-order here.
Tracklisting:
“Rough And Twisted”
“In The Stars”
“Jealous Lover”
“Mr. Charm”
“Divine Intervention”
“Ringing Hollow”
“Never Wanna Lose You”
“Hit Me In The Head” (featuring Charlie Watts And Paul McCartney)
“You Know I’m No Good”
“Some Of Us” (Keith Richards vocals)
“Covered In You”
“Side Effects”
“Back In Your Life”
“Beautiful Delilah”
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