Behind the Song: Frank Loesser’s ‘Adelaide’s Lament’ from Guys and Dolls

Joe Stilgoe
Tuesday, August 13, 2024

The singer, pianist and songwriter Joe Stilgoe describes why lyrics about catching a permanent cold create what is often the most-talked about track in a classic Musical Theatre show

Timmika Ramsay delivers ‘Adelaide’s Lament’ with style at the Bridge Theatre (Image Credit Manuel Harlan)
Timmika Ramsay delivers ‘Adelaide’s Lament’ with style at the Bridge Theatre (Image Credit Manuel Harlan)

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