While a staple at weddings and romantic events, the song has a polarizing legacy. It has been cited on lists of "most annoying" or "worst" songs by publications like Rolling Stone and Gigwise, despite its massive commercial success.
Named "Rose," this ghost is reportedly a prostitute murdered by a jealous client. Guests often report finding pearls on their pillows, supposedly from her broken necklace.
De Burgh wrote the song as a tribute to his wife, Diane . He was inspired by the realization that men often forget what their partners wore when they first met; the "lady in red" refers to seeing her across a crowded dance floor in a stunning scarlet dress. the_lady_in_red
Unlike the "White Lady," who is often portrayed as mourning, the Lady in Red is typically associated with passion, betrayal, or vanity . Many legends claim she was a woman killed in a fit of jealousy by a lover. Notable Sighting Locations:
Said to be the ghost of socialite Jennie Pearl Cox , who died in a 1944 car crash and is often seen in the hotel's hallways. While a staple at weddings and romantic events,
The most prominent modern reference is the song by British-Irish singer-songwriter Chris de Burgh . Released in June 1986 on the album Into the Light , it became a global sensation, reaching number one in over 25 countries.
The song appears in various films, including American Psycho and Working Girl . Guests often report finding pearls on their pillows,
A student who wore only red is said to haunt the corridors, inspiring an annual "Red Lady Run".