Fever
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ROCKABILLY FEVER
Writer Carl Perkins

Lord, it came rollin' out of Memphis
Like a hurricane or Texas tornado
It came rollin' out of Memphis
Like a hurricane or a Texas tornado
Yeah, it did...
And they called us rockabillies
Long before they called it rock 'n' roll
We took a little country music
Put some pop in and dressed it up in soul
We took a little country music
Put some pop in and dressed it up in soul
That's all we did...
And they called us rockabillies
Long before they called it rock 'n' roll
Yeah, rockabilly fever
Looks like it's coming back again, mm-mm
Ah, rockabilly fever
Look out, it might get you my friend
If that fever starts to get you
Lay back son, you just might explode
If that fever starts to get you
Lay back son, you just might explode
Look out...
And they called us rockabillies
Long before they called it rock 'n' roll
That's what we were, play it guitar, here we go...
Well, Elvis started shakin'
And the whole world shook a little too
I said Elvis started shakin'
And the whole world shook a little bit too
He said, that's all right mama
Mama, don't you step on my blue suede shoes
That's what the boy said...
Oh, rockabilly fever
Looks like it's coming back again
Won't it be fun..
Rockabilly fever
Look out, it might get you my friend
If that fever starts to get you
Just lay back son, you just might explode
If that fever starts to get you
Just lay back son, you just might explode
Well, they called it rockabilly
Long before they called it rock 'n' roll, oh yeah
Come on let's rock
Come on let's roll




Everybody let's rock
Everybody let's rock

Overall Meaning

The song "Rockabilly Fever" by Dave and the Saints is a tribute to the rockabilly music genre that originated in the 1950s with artists like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Carl Perkins. The lyrics describe the genesis of rockabilly as a fusion of country music, pop, and soul, with its birthplace being Memphis, Tennessee. The song acknowledges that rockabillies were labelled as such long before the term "rock 'n' roll" came into being used for this evolving genre. The song also warns of the all-consuming nature of rockabilly fever and how it engulfs and shakes a person to their core. Rockabilly fever seems to be making a resurgence, and the song encourages listeners to embrace it and enjoy the upbeat sounds of rockabilly music.


The song gives insight into the birth and influence of rockabilly music. The catchy tune and upbeat lyrics vividly evoke the electricity and energy that rockabilly music brings. The song praises rockabilly as a genre that has the power to unite and electrify people. It also includes a reference to the legendary song "Blue Suede Shoes" by Carl Perkins, one of the pioneers of rockabilly, as an example of the genre's history and impact.


Line by Line Meaning

Lord, it came rollin' out of Memphis
The rockabilly fever started in Memphis and spread like wildfire.


Like a hurricane or Texas tornado
It spread fast and furiously, like a storm.


And they called us rockabillies
The people who caught the fever were called rockabillies.


Long before they called it rock 'n' roll
The term rock and roll had not yet come into existence.


We took a little country music
Rockabillies infused some country music elements into the music.


Put some pop in and dressed it up in soul
They added some pop music elements and gave it a soulful feel.


Yeah, rockabilly fever
The excitement and passion for rockabilly music.


Looks like it's coming back again, mm-mm
The rockabilly fever seems to be making a comeback.


Ah, rockabilly fever
The excitement and buzz around rockabilly music.


Look out, it might get you my friend
Be cautious, the excitement might catch up with you too.


If that fever starts to get you
When you start feeling the thrill and enthusiasm for rockabilly music.


Lay back son, you just might explode
Take it easy, you might become overwhelmed by the fever.


Well, Elvis started shakin'
Elvis Presley was among the first rockabilly artists to gain fame.


And the whole world shook a little too
Elvis's music impact was felt around the world.


He said, that's all right mama
He sang the song "That's All Right Mama" which became a hit.


Mama, don't you step on my blue suede shoes
Lyrics from Elvis's famous song "Blue Suede Shoes".


Oh, rockabilly fever
The contagious excitement around rockabilly music.


Won't it be fun..
It would be exciting and thrilling to experience rockabilly fever.


Come on let's rock
Let's dance to rockabilly music.


Come on let's roll
Let's enjoy rockabilly music to the fullest.


Everybody let's rock
Rockabillies invited everyone to join in the fun and dance to their music.




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CoverHeaven

Great version!

waydetheblade

@1963ratfink If it weren't for you posting the first "Leavin' Surf City" I may not have gotten around to it for another couple years.

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