I really can't stay

I've got to go away

This evening has been

So very nice

My mother will start to worry

Father will be pacing the floor

So really I'd better scurry

Maybe just a half a drink more

The neighbors might think

Say, what's in this drink?

I wish I knew how

To break this spell

I ought to say no, no, no,sir

At least I'm gonna say that I tried

I really can't stay

Ah, but it's cold outside

I simply must go

The answer is "No"

The 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

But maybe just a cigarette more

I've got to get home

Say, lend me your coat

You've really been grand

Why don't you see

There's bound to be talk tomorrow

At least there will be plenty implied

I really can't stay

Ah, but it's cold

Oh, baby, it's cold

outside