Fever

Elvis Presley's rendition of 'Fever' is a sultry and evocative song that captures the intensity of love and desire through the metaphor of a fever. The lyrics describe the physical and emotional sensations that the singer experiences when in close contact with their beloved, equating the rush of passion and love to the heat of a fever. The repetition of the word 'fever' throughout the song emphasizes the overwhelming and consuming nature of these feelings.

The song also references historical and fictional romantic figures, such as Romeo and Juliet, and Captain Smith and Pocahontas, to illustrate that feverish love is timeless and universal. These stories of passionate love serve to contextualize the singer's own feelings within a larger narrative of desire that transcends time and culture. The mention of these characters also adds a touch of drama and romance to the song, suggesting that the singer's love is as epic and storied as these legendary relationships.

The closing verses of the song playfully acknowledge the power of attraction between the sexes, suggesting that the ability to 'give fever' is an innate quality that people possess. The song concludes with a celebration of this fiery passion, accepting and reveling in the 'lovely way to burn.' The lyrics, combined with Presley's smooth and charismatic delivery, create a mood that is both intimate and intense, inviting listeners to embrace the heat of their own passions.