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Baby, It's Cold Outside

James Taylor

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Baby, It's Cold Outside

I really can't stay - Baby it's cold outside

I've got to go away - 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

My 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 music 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 a little 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

C'mon baby

I simply must go - Baby, it's cold outside

The answer is no - Ooh 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 - Man, your lips look so delicious

My brother will be there at the door - Waves upon a tropical shore

My maiden aunt's mind is vicious - Gosh your lips look delicious

Well maybe just a half a drink more - Never such a blizzard before

I've got to go home - Oh, baby, you'll freeze out there

Say, lend me your comb - It's up to your knees out there

You've really been grand - Your eyes are like starlight now

But don't you see - How can you do this thing to me

There's bound to be talk tomorrow - Making 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 old out

Ahh, but it's cold outside

Baby it's cold outside

Brr its cold...

It's cold out there

Cant you stay awhile longer baby

Well... I really shouldn't... alright

Make it worth your while baby

Ahh, do that again...

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Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Baby, It's Cold Outside by James Taylor is a classic holiday duet that captures the playful banter between two individuals as they grapple with the idea of parting ways on a cold winter evening. The song is a back-and-forth conversation where one person tries to convince the other to stay a little longer despite their initial intention to leave. Key themes include flirtation, romance, and the cozy, festive atmosphere of winter nights. Particularly poignant moments are found in the clever and charming dialogue that highlights the chemistry and mutual attraction between the pair. This timeless song combines warmth and humor, making it a beloved tune for the holiday season.

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