I really can't stay But baby it's cold outside I've got to go away But baby it's cold outside The 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 worry Beautiful what’s your hurry? And 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 now 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 hurtin' my pride? I really can't stay Baby don't hold out Ah, but it's cold outside