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
Well 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 the spell 
I'll take your hat, your hair looks swell
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
Ahhh, but it's cold outside

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
Ohhh, baby it's cold outside