Luck Be A Lady (song) - Gagapedia - Fandom

Song by Robert Alda from Guys and Dolls

Songwriter(s)

Frank Loesser

"Luck Be a Lady" is a song written and composed by Frank Loesser in 1950 and first performed by Robert Alda. The song was featured in the musical Guys and Dolls. The lyrics relate the point of view of a gambler, Sky Masterson, who hopes that he will win a bet, the outcome of which will decide whether or not he is able to save his relationship with the girl of his dreams.

Performances[]

Concert residency Dates Performances
Jazz & Piano Engagement 2021-2024 (All dates) 48
Total: 48

Lyrics[]

They call you lady luck But there is room for doubt At times you've had a very unlady-like way of running out You're on this date with me The Pickens have been lush And yet before this evening is over You might give me the brush You might forget your manners You might refuse to stay And so the best That I can do is pray Luck be a lady tonight Luck be a lady tonight Luck if you've ever been a lady to begin with Luck be a lady tonight Luck let a gentleman see Just tell nice a dame you can be I know the way you've treated other guys you've been with Luck, be a lady with me A lady doesn't leave her escort It isn't fair, it isn't nice A lady doesn't wander all over the room And blow on some other guy's dice Let's keep this party polite Never move out of my sight Stick…

Tag » How To Be A Lady Song