An American songwriter and lyricist (1930–2020), Eddie Cooley penned numerous hits across various genres. He is best known for co-writing the iconic rock and roll song "Fever" with John Davenport, which became a smash hit for Peggy Lee in 1958 and has been covered by countless artists since. Cooley also contributed to the doo-wop and R&B scenes, leaving a lasting impact on popular music.