[ Featuring Fiorello ]
I really can't stay
I've got to go away
This evening has been
So very nice
My mother will start to worry
My father will be pacing the floor
So really I'd better scurry
Well, maybe just a half a drink more
The neighbors might think
Say, what's in this drink
I wish I knew how
To break the spell
I ought to say "no, no, no, sir"
At least I'm gonna say that I tried
I really can't stay
Baby, it's cold outside
I simply must go
The answer is no
This welcome has been
So nice and warm
My sister will be suspicious
My brother will be there at the door
My maiden aunt's mind is vicious
Well, maybe just a half a drink more
I've got to go home
Say, lend me your comb
You've really been grand
But don't you see
There's bound to be talk tomorrow
At least there will be plenty implied
I really can't stay
Baby, it's cold outside
