Fever
Louis Prima · Other Songs - Louis Prima
Never know how much I care
When you put your arms around me
I get a fever that's so hard to bear
You give me fever when you kiss me
Fever when you hold me tight
Fever in the morning
Fever all through the night
Ev'rybody's got the fever
that is something you all know
Fever isn't such a new thing
Fever started long ago
Sun lights up the daytime
Moon lights up the night
I light up when you call my name
And you know I'm gonna treat you right
You give me fever when you kiss me
Fever when you hold me tight
Fever in the morning
Fever all through the night
Romeo loved Juliet
Juliet she felt the same
When he put his arms around her
He said, Julie baby, you're my flame
Thou givest fever when we kisseth
Fever with thy flaming youth
Fever, I'm afire
Fever, yea I burn forsooth
Captain Smith and Pocahontas
Had a very mad affair
When her daddy tried to kill him
She said Daddy-o don't you dare
He gives me fever with his kisses
Fever when he holds me tight
Fever, I'm his Missus,
Oh daddy, won't you treat him right
Now you've listened to my story
Here's the point that I have made
Cats were born to give chicks fever
Be it Fahrenheit or centigrade
They give you fever when you kiss them
Fever if you live and learn
Fever till you sizzle
What a lovely way to burn
What a lovely way to burn
What a lovely way to burn
About Fever
Louis Prima's "Fever" stands as a quintessential example of the swing era's infectious energy, perfectly capturing the rhythm and style that defined his career. As a leading figure in big band jazz and cabaret, Prima blended lively orchestration with his signature comedic vocal delivery to create a sound that was both entertaining and musically sophisticated. The track exemplifies the genre's ability to combine danceable beats with theatrical flair, making it a staple for live performances and recordings alike. Released during a period when swing music dominated American popular culture, the song reflects the optimism and rhythmic drive characteristic of the late 1930s and early 1940s. Prima's work with this composition highlights his talent for crafting memorable melodies that appealed to a broad audience while maintaining the integrity of jazz improvisation. The recording remains a significant piece of musical history, illustrating how swing bands could deliver high-energy entertainment that resonated with listeners across the nation.