Fever

The singer describes an intense love that is both joyful and overwhelming. At first, he says his feelings are difficult to express; being held or kissed makes them feel almost unbearable. As the song develops, the mood becomes more trusting and tender: he says his eyes brighten when the person calls, because he expects to be treated well.

“Fever” is a metaphor for the heat and excitement of desire, not necessarily a real illness. Saying it lasts “all through the night” suggests that the feeling is constant and powerful. The comparison between the sun lighting the day and the moon lighting the night presents the beloved’s voice as something that brings light and happiness into the singer’s life. When he asks the beloved to take his heart and arms, he is using dramatic language to show complete devotion.

The lyrics can be heard as a celebration of passionate romance, but there is also a hint of vulnerability. The singer insists that nobody else can love the person in the same way, and he asks them to trust what he says. This might simply express confidence and affection, or it might suggest a need to convince the beloved—and himself—of the depth of his love. The repeated refrain keeps the focus on physical closeness and the strong feelings it brings.