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