Lady
Shaggy Lyrics


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They call her Lady Luck
But there is room for doubt
At times she has a very un-lady-like way of running out
She's on this date with me
The picking's have been lush
And yet before this evening is over
She might give me the brush
She might forget her manners
She might refuse to stay
And so the best that I can do is pray

Hot gyal
Hot gyal inna hot tings
Top gyal, lucky girl, ay

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
How 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 get out of my sight
Stick with me baby, I'm the fella that you came in with
Luck be a lady tonight

Dem bashment gyal yah
Hot gyal
Tun up ting we a talk 'bout
Ay

A lady doesn't leave her escort
It isn't fair, it is not 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 get out of my sight
Stick with me baby, I'm the fella that you came in with
Luck be a lady
Luck be a lady




Luck be a lady
Luck be a lady tonight

Overall Meaning

In "Lady," Shaggy takes inspiration from the iconic Frank Sinatra song "Luck Be a Lady." The lyrics depict Shaggy's perspective on a date with a woman who is often associated with luck but also has a tendency to disappoint. Shaggy acknowledges the doubt surrounding her reliability, as she sometimes behaves in an unladylike manner when it comes to their relationship.


The song highlights Shaggy's uncertainty about the outcome of the evening and his hopes that she will stick around and treat him well. He prays for her to remember her manners and not abruptly leave or reject him, fearing that she may give him the cold shoulder in the end. Shaggy's desire for her to be a lady in his presence suggests his longing for stability and a genuine connection.


The lyrics also incorporate some Jamaican patois, adding flavor to the song and reflecting Shaggy's Jamaican background. This infusion of Caribbean culture further enhances the track's appeal and adds a unique touch to Shaggy's interpretation of the classic tune.


Overall, "Lady" explores the complexities of relationships and the unpredictable nature of luck, highlighting Shaggy's desire for stability and a genuine connection with his date.


Line by Line Meaning

They call her Lady Luck
Luck is often personified as a lady, symbolizing chance and unpredictability.


But there is room for doubt
However, it's uncertain whether luck can always be relied upon.


At times she has a very un-lady-like way of running out
Sometimes luck can disappoint or vanish unexpectedly, behaving in a manner that is far from graceful or lady-like.


She's on this date with me
Luck is present in the singer's current situation or endeavor.


The picking's have been lush
The opportunities or advantages have been plentiful and fruitful.


And yet before this evening is over, she might give me the brush
Despite the favorable circumstances, luck might abandon or reject the singer by the end of the evening.


She might forget her manners
Luck might neglect to act in a considerate or courteous manner.


She might refuse to stay
Luck could reject the singer's desires or intentions and simply leave.


And so the best that I can do is pray
Given the uncertainty of luck's behavior, the singer can only hope and rely on divine intervention.


Luck be a lady tonight
May luck favor and bring good fortune to the singer in this particular moment.


Luck if you've ever been a lady to begin with
If luck has ever shown any characteristics of grace or femininity in the past, may it continue to do so.


Luck let a gentleman see
May luck allow the singer, who presents himself as a gentleman, to witness its positive traits.


How nice a dame you can be
May luck reveal its pleasant and favorable nature to the singer.


I know the way you've treated other guys you've been with
The singer is aware of how luck has treated other individuals in the past.


Luck be a lady with me
The singer desires luck to favor him as it would favor a lady, providing him with good fortune.


A lady doesn't leave her escort
A well-mannered lady does not abandon or leave the person accompanying her.


It isn't fair, it isn't nice
Such behavior would be considered unfair and impolite.


A lady doesn't wander all over the room
A lady does not roam aimlessly around the room.


And blow on some other guy's dice
And flirt or engage with another guy, especially in a game involving chance or luck.


Let's keep this party polite
Let's maintain a respectful and well-mannered atmosphere during this gathering.


Never get out of my sight
Stay close to me and don't go out of my field of vision.


Stick with me baby, I'm the fella that you came in with
Stay loyal to me, as I am the person you arrived with.


Luck be a lady
May luck behave like a lady and bring favorable outcomes.


Luck be a lady
May luck continue to act in a graceful and positive manner.


Luck be a lady
May luck favor and bless the singer's endeavors.


Luck be a lady tonight
May luck bring good fortune and success tonight.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Frank Loesser

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