Jess Glynne - Broken (lyrics) ★ Fresh

"Broken" is a soulful, vulnerable track from Jess Glynne’s second studio album, Always In Between (2018). The song serves as a raw exploration of insecurity and the disbelief that comes when someone continues to love you despite your own perceived flaws.

The song centers on the theme of being "broken" but finding sanctuary in a supportive partner.

Produced by Electric and longtime collaborator Starsmith, the track is a departure from her high-energy EDM tracks, focusing instead on emotional resonance. Jess Glynne - Broken (Lyrics)

It mirrors the introspective tone of other tracks on the album, such as "Thursday," which similarly deals with body image and self-acceptance. Critical Reception

Unlike some of her more upbeat dance-pop hits, "Broken" leans into a "little bit of paradise" found in simple, grounding acts of affection, like a partner pressing their cheek against hers to help her breathe. Musical Style & Performance "Broken" is a soulful, vulnerable track from Jess

The core message lies in the chorus: "How you can love someone so broken, so right?" . It highlights a relationship where the partner sees through her "cracks" and provides words that never let her down.

Glynne’s signature raspy, soulful voice is at its most exposed here. Reviewers note that her voice nearly "cracks" with the weight of the vulnerability in the lyrics. Musical Style & Performance The core message lies

Glynne describes her weakest moments, such as "hiding herself" when falling hard or crying through the day.