- Luck Be a Lady
"Luck Be a Lady" is a song written by
Frank Loesser and performed by Simon Mullins.. The song was featured in the musicalGuys and Dolls .The song revolves around a
gambler (Sky Masterson) hoping 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.Marlon Brando sang the song in the 1955 film version.Jack Jones recorded it for his 1964 album, "Bewitched ", arranged by Shorty Rogers.Later, it became a signature song for
Frank Sinatra , first released on the album , rereleased on "Reprise Musical Repertory Theatre ". It was released as a duet withChrissie Hynde on "Duets II " (1994).Trivia
The song was parodied in the "
Simpsons " episode "Mayored to the Mob " as "Luke be aJedi ". It also has been used in the OST from "The Cooler ", a movie which deals with Casino life (and also death) in Las Vegas. It also had one line sung by the Doctor, in the "Doctor Who " episode "Rose". The song is also used in the film "Mrs. Doubtfire " when Robin Williams' character is given a makeover to "become" a woman. The electronica group "Fila Brazillia " also references the song in the title of their album "Luck Be a Weirdo Tonight ".The song has also been used in various TV commercials.
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* [http://allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&token=&sql=33:ttb8b5m4tsx4 All Music Guide Entry]
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