As of 2007, Joey Bishop is the only male member of the Rat Pack who is still alive.
2) In 1984, RAT PACK singer/founder Matt Ratt was covering the vocal duties for Rich Kids on LSD, while singer Jason Sears was away on "medical leave". During this time Rich Kids on LSD was signed on to record for the now infamous"NARDCORE" album on Mystic Records. Just prior to recording, Jason returned from his leave of absense. So left with the dilema of an album to record, and suddenly no band, Matt was told to throw something together quickly and record for the album anyway. So after a few rehearsals with Chris Rest and Alpo D.(borrowed from Rich Kids on LSD) Dave Casillas from STALAG 13 and Mike Torres from NARTHEX STRUCTURE, RAT PACK was born! Although originaly only meant to be a recording project for the NARDCORE album, RAT PACK ended up doing three records for Mystic, 1985's self titled 7", 1987's "Ice Cream Acid and Cigarettes" 7" and 1990's self titled full length Lp. Through the years RAT PACK has gone through long periods of hibernation, with many line up changes...people that have played in and recorded with RAT PACK include current and former members of bands such as NOFX, SOCIAL DISTORTION, STALAG 13, ADOLESCENTS, D.I., SUGAR CULT, HOLLYWOOD HATE, FOO FIGHTERS, Rubber Neck, LAGWAGON, Rich Kids on LSD, NO USE FOR A NAME, and ME FIRST AND THE GIMME GIMMES.
Luck Be A Lady
Rat Pack Lyrics
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Luck be a lady tonight
Luck if you've been a lady to begin with
Luck be a lady tonight
Luck let a gentleman see
Just how nice a dame you can be
I know the way you've treated other guys you've been with
A lady never leaves her escort
It isn't fair, it isn't nice
A lady doesn't wander all over the room
And blow on some other guys dice
Lets keep this party polite
Never get out of my sight
Stick with me baby, I'm the guy that you came in with
Luck be a lady tonight
The Rat Pack's song "Luck Be A Lady" is a story about a man who wants to take his lady out for a night of gambling and romance, hoping that luck will be on their side. The song demonstrates the concept of "luck" and how it can make or break a situation, particularly in gambling. The lyrics cleverly use the term "luck" as a personification of the woman, emphasizing her important role in the singer's success.
The song begins with the repeated phrase "Luck be a lady tonight", which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The next line, "Luck if you've been a lady to begin with", suggests that the singer hopes the woman will be kind and giving to him, as she may have been with other men in the past. The second verse talks about how the singer wants the woman to present herself as a perfect lady, so that he can proudly show her off to others. The singer believes that a lady never leaves her escort and doesn't engage in unbecoming behavior like playing dice with others.
The chorus is repeated throughout the song, with the final line ending in a more emphatic note, suggesting the singer's increasing desperation for luck. The song's themes of romance, gambling, and luck are intertwined in a delightful way, making it a perfect piece for the Rat Pack's audience.
Line by Line Meaning
Luck be a lady tonight
May good fortune favor you in your endeavors tonight
Luck be a lady tonight
May good fortune favor you in your endeavors tonight
Luck if you've been a lady to begin with
If you have already been a lucky person in the past
Luck be a lady tonight
May good fortune favor you in your endeavors tonight
Luck let a gentleman see
May luck allow a man to witness your charming qualities
Just how nice a dame you can be
Show the man how wonderful you are
I know the way you've treated other guys you've been with
I know you haven't been kind to other men in the past
Luck be a lady with me
May good fortune favor our time together
A lady never leaves her escort
A woman should not depart from her companion
It isn't fair, it isn't nice
It wouldn't be proper or considerate
A lady doesn't wander all over the room
A woman shouldn't aimlessly roam around the room
And blow on some other guys dice
Nor should she engage in gambling with other men
Lets keep this party polite
Let's make sure everyone stays well-mannered at this gathering
Never get out of my sight
Do not leave my side
Stick with me baby, I'm the guy that you came in with
Stay with me, my dear. I am the man you arrived with
Luck be a lady tonight
May good fortune favor you in your endeavors tonight
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