"Delicado" is a popular song published in 1952 with music by
Valdir Azevedo and lyrics by Jack Lawrence.
A version recorded by Percy Faith and his orchestra reached
#1 on the Billboard charts in 1952. Stan Kenton and Dinah Shore
recorded successful cover versions. Dr. John (Malcolm John
"Mac" Rebennack Jr.) recorded a New-Orleans style version on
"Dr. John Plays Mac Rebennack Vol. 1 (1981)".
Oscar Alemán (1909-1980) recorded a version for guitar.
Jacob do Bandolim recorded a version on mandolin. A version was
also recorded by the British bandleader and conductor Stanley
Black. Tito Cortés recorded a version which included
lyrics.