"Bad Case Of Loving You (Doctor...

Doctor, Doctor! Get diagnosed with Robert Palmer's infectious 1979 rock hit, "Bad Case Of Loving You (Doctor, Doctor)." This driving track from the Secrets album became a major international success, showcasing Palmer's cool vocals over a powerful pop rock/hard rock beat.

Released as the lead single from his 1979 album Secrets, Robert Palmer's cover of the Moon Martin song became one of his signature tunes. Its blend of hard rock guitar energy, pop rock catchiness, and arena rock readiness propelled it up the charts worldwide, defining his sound for the era.

Featuring an insistent rhythm and Palmer's distinctive vocal delivery detailing lovesickness, this 1979 rock classic remains unforgettable. Its powerful hooks and driving beat solidified "Bad Case Of Loving You (Doctor, Doctor)" as an enduring staple of classic rock radio.

SONG MEANING: The song uses a medical metaphor to describe the intense, overwhelming feeling of being lovesick ("Doctor Doctor, gimme the news / I got a bad case of lovin' you"). The singer feels consumed by infatuation, experiencing physical symptoms ("My temp'rature's risin'") and acknowledging the powerful, almost illness-like grip love has on them.