About the song
One of the most iconic performances in **Elvis Presley**’s career came on the evening of January 14, 1973, when he took the stage in Honolulu, Hawaii, for a live concert that would be broadcast worldwide. Among the many unforgettable moments of this historic performance was his rendition of **”Fever”**, a song that, in Elvis’s hands, became something entirely new and mesmerizing. Originally written by **John Davenport** and **Otis Blackwell** in 1956, the song had been covered by numerous artists, but it was Presley’s sultry, smooth delivery and his commanding stage presence that would turn it into one of his most celebrated performances.
**”Fever”** is a classic in the realm of rhythm and blues, but Presley’s interpretation of the song brought it into the realm of rock and roll with his unique blend of style and sensuality. His version, featured on the album **Aloha From Hawaii, Live in Honolulu, 1973**, was a significant moment in the world of live music performances. The energy and passion with which he delivered the song, coupled with his impeccable vocal control, created an atmosphere that was both intimate and electric. What stood out in this version of **”Fever”** was Presley’s ability to take a relatively simple melody and transform it into a slow-burning, simmering performance that captivated the audience.
Accompanied by a talented band and backup singers, Elvis’s interpretation of **”Fever”** in this live setting offered a sense of relaxed yet intense energy. His voice, often described as one of the most distinctive in music history, had a perfect mix of tenderness and power. The live performance, which was broadcast via satellite to millions across the globe, added to its mystique, as viewers got to experience Presley at the peak of his musical prowess.
This rendition of **”Fever”** exemplifies Elvis Presley’s artistry and versatility, showcasing his ability to take an established classic and make it his own, breathing new life into it for a new generation of fans. It remains one of the most memorable moments of the **Aloha From Hawaii** concert, which itself marked a high point in his illustrious career.
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Lyrics
Never know how much I love you
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.
Everybody’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 giv-est fever when we kisseth
Fever with the flaming youth
Fever I’m afire
Fever yea I burn for sooth
Captain Smith and Pocahantas
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 misses,
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
