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Despite its initial failure to take off when it was finally released, "Lady" became a fan favorite during live performances. DeYoung's confidence in the song never wavered; he often remarked to others that it was destined to be a hit. His conviction was validated when program director Jim Smith decided to give "Lady" a shot, famously playing it at 8 o'clock on his show. Much to everyone’s surprise, it surged into the charts and peaked at number six in 1975, solidifying Styx's presence in the music industry.