Lady with the book in her hand She's so studiously engaged Lady with the book in her hand Oh so seriously engaged. Excuse me, what is her name? I'd like to know Excuse me, it's going to rain She'll have to go. Lady with the book in her hand Maybe she will be going my way Lady with the book in her hand Seems to study her time away. She takes her spectacles off And rubs her eyes Her hair looks ever so soft She starts to rise. Lady with the book in your hand May I walk along side of you? Lady with the book in your hand What's your name an' how do you do? INSTRUMENTAL Excuse me, what is her name? I'd like to know Excuse me, it's going to rain She'll have to go. Lady with the book in your hand Lady with the book in your hand Lady with the book in your hand Lady with the book in your hand.