Chris de Burgh’s reputation in the United States is largely based on his hit ballad “The Lady in Red.” For some fans who aren’t crazy about the sappy stuff, the song’s longevity on soft-rock playlists might be a source of frustration. But you must give credit to de Burgh for coming up with a concoction that could scratch the romantic itch of so many listeners over so many years. It’s one of those slow-dance songs that refuses to be put out to pasture by changing musical tastes.
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