I really can't stay
— But baby, it's cold outside
I've got to go away
— But baby, it's cold outside
This evening has been
— Been hoping that you'd drop in
So very nice
— I'll hold your hands, they're just like ice
My mother will start to worry
— Beautiful, what's your hurry?
My father will be pacing the floor
— Listen to the fireplace roar
So really I'd better scurry
— Beautiful, please don't hurry
But maybe just a half a drink more
— Put some records on while I pour
The neighbors might think
— Baby, it's bad out there
Say, what's in this drink?
— No cabs to be had out there
I wish I knew how
— Your eyes are like starlight
To break this spell
— I'll take your hat, your hair looks well
I ought to say no, no, no, sir
— Mind if I move in closer?
At least I'm gonna say that I tried
— What's the sense in hurting my pride?
I really can't stay
— Baby, don't hold out
Oh, but it's cold outside
I simply must go
— But baby, it's cold outside
The answer is no
— But baby, it's cold outside
This welcome has been
— How lucky that you dropped in
So nice and warm
— Look out the window at that storm
My sister will be suspicious
— Gosh, your lips look delicious
My brother will be there at the door
— Waves upon a tropical shore
My maiden aunt's mind is vicious
— Oh God, your lips are delicious
But maybe just a cigarette more
— Never such a blizzard before
I've got to go home
— But baby, you'll freeze out there
Say, lend me your coat
— It's up to your knees out there
You've really been grand
— I thrill when you touch my hand
But don't you see
— How can you do this thing to me?
There's bound to be talk tomorrow
— Think of my life long sorrow
At least there will be plenty implied
— If you caught pneumonia and died
I really can't stay
— Get over that hold out
Oh, but it's cold outside