Baby, It's Cold Outside Lyrics
Leon Redbone & Zooey Deschanel

Lyrics
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 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 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 hurting my pride?
I really can't stay - Baby don't hold out
Ahh, but it's cold outside
I simply must go - But, baby, it's cold outside
The answer is no - but, baby, it's cold outside
This welcome has been - I'm lucky that you dropped in
So nice and warm - Look out the window at that storm
My sister will be suspicious - Gosh, your lips look delicious
My brother will be there at the door - Waves upon a tropical shore
My maiden aunt's mind is vicious - Oh, your lips are delicious
Well maybe just a cigarette more - Never such a blizzard before
I've got to go home - 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
Ahh, but it's cold outside
Song & Lyrics Facts
Leon Redbone and Zooey Deschanel's song "Baby, It's Cold Outside" was released on October 14th, 2003 as part of the album Holiday Harmony. The track was written by Frank Loesser in 1944 and was originally recorded by him with his wife Lynn Garland.
Leon Redbone and Zooey Deschanel's version is a duet featuring both of their vocals. The band accompanying them consists of Stuart Duncan on fiddle, Larry Franklin on mandolin, Mike Compton on guitar, Dennis Crouch on bass and Kenny Malone on drums. Their rendition of this classic holiday tune has become widely popular since its release due to its playful lyrics and catchy melody.