Sweet had firmly established themselves as one of the defining acts of glam rock. With Fever of Love, the band leaned into a more melodic and polished sound, blending pop sensibility with rock bravado. Released as a single in January 1977, the track was co-written by the band’s members—Andy Scott, Brian Connolly, Steve Priest, and Mick Tucker—and appeared on the European version of their album Off the Record.
Fever of Love is upbeat, catchy, and soaked in the band’s signature vocal harmonies. Its infectious chorus, jangly guitar work, and anthemic energy make it a shining example of Sweet’s transition from theatrical glam rock to a more radio-friendly, power-pop direction, all while maintaining their bold personality.
Sweet – Fever Of Love
Different Album Versions: Fever of Love was included on European editions of Off the Record, but not on the US release—part of a long-running trend of differing tracklists between territories.
Moderate Hit: While not one of their biggest chart-toppers, Fever of Love was a top 10 hit in Sweden and performed well in several European countries, helping maintain Sweet’s international presence.
Slick Production: The song was produced by Sweet themselves, showing the band’s growing control over their sound following their break from hit-making producers Chinn & Chapman.
B-Side Power: Its original B-side was Lost Angels, a track with a darker tone that would gain a strong cult following—making this single a favorite among dedicated fans.
Transitional Sound: The single marked a shift toward a more mature and less gimmicky sound, pointing toward the heavier rock influences that would dominate Sweet’s late ‘70s work.
