Lady
Philip Lawrence Lyrics

Lady dear lady
The singer acknowledges the lady and shows compassion by addressing her as ‘dear lady’.

Why do you look so blue?
The singer inquires about the lady’s sorrow because he can see the sadness on her face.

Lady, sweet lady
The singer addresses her in a sweet and caring manner to further express empathy.

Have your dreams not yet come true
The singer attempts to identify the root of her sadness by suggesting that her dreams may have not yet been realized.

Did somebody hurt you? Did somebody leave?
The singer explores the possible causes of her grief, including personal or interpersonal experiences.

Did they make you a promise that they couldn’t keep?
The singer wonders if someone made a promise to her that was not fulfilled, causing her sadness.

It's like tears to drink and shadows to eat
The singer utilizes vivid imagery to describe how it must feel for the lady to experience her sorrow.

Looks like your sorrows complete
The singer observes that the lady’s sadness seems to be all-consuming and overwhelming.

Oh it looks like your sorrows complete
The singer reiterates his observation that the lady’s grief is pervasive.

Now lady, my dear lady
The singer continues to show concern for the lady by addressing her in a familiar and caring manner.

Can you lift up your chin and speak
The singer urges the lady to be confident and make her feelings known.

Oh Lady, my sweet lady
The singer reinforces his compassion by again addressing her in a gentle manner.

Can you lift up your spirits and sing
The singer encourages the lady to find joy and happiness by engaging in an uplifting activity.

Oh I'm so sorry I hurt you, so sorry I left
The singer admits to being the source of her sorrow and expresses regret for his actions.

I know it's not much but right now it's my best
The singer acknowledges that his apology may not be enough to heal her sadness, but it's the best he can offer at the moment.

It's just a simple song to say that you were the best
The singer expresses how the song is his simple way of showing appreciation to the lady.

The best thing that I ever left
The singer implies that the lady was the best thing he ever had but now has lost.

Oh Lady dear lady please will you tell me true
The singer implores her to share the truth about her feelings with him.

Lady, my lady tell me just what I can do
The singer is willing to help her in any way possible to alleviate her sadness.

Can I walk you home
The singer offers to escort her home as a gesture of kindness.

Can I brush out your hair
The singer offers to take care of the lady’s appearance as a way to show affection.

Can I tell you that love ain't gone no where
The singer tries to assure her that love still exists and can be found.

Cause Lady, dear lady
The singer reiterates his affection for her and respect for her as a person.

Even if he's not sittin' here
The singer implies that he is willing to show her love and care, even if her significant other is not present.

Oh lady, my lady
The singer addresses her with endearment and compassion.

One day your love will appear
The singer encourages her to hold onto hope and that love will come to her again someday.

Yes, one sweet day your love will appear
The singer reinforces his words of encouragement with the idea that love can be sweet and fulfilling.

Oh one day your love will appear
The singer reiterates his belief that love will come to the lady again someday.

Oh Lady, lady, lady lady, lady, lady
The singer repeats her name several times to emphasize his caring and affectionate attitude towards her.

Oh lady, lady, lady, lady
The singer continues to address her with endearment and concern.

Oh lady lady, oh lady
The singer repeats his use of her name and tone to further express his compassion for her.