(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 (And my father will be pacing the floor) Listen to the fireplace roar (Maybe I better scurry) Beautiful, please don't hurry (Well, maybe just 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 this 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 of hurting my pride (I really can't stay) Baby, don't hold doubt Baby, it's cold outside