Baby, It's Cold Outside

by Louis Armstrong
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Lyrics

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I (Bb6)real ly can’t stay.

But, ba by, it’s cold out side.

I’ve (Cm7)got to go ’way.

But, ba by, it’s cold out side.

This (Bb6)eve ning has been Been hop ing that you’d drop so

(Gb9)ver y (Fm9)nice.

I’ll hold your hands.

They’re just like My (Ebmaj9)moth er will (Eb6/9)start to (Ebmaj9)wor ry, ful, what’s your and (Ebm7)Fa ther will be (Ab9)pac ing the Like (Ebm7)floor.

ten to the fi re place So (Ab)real ly, aunt’s ha!

mind I’d bet ter scur (Db)ry!

cious.

ful, please don’t Well, (C13)may be just a (C)half a drink more.

Put some rec ords on while I My (Bb6)neigh bors might think.

Ba by it’s bad out there!

Say!

What’s in this (F9)drink?

No cabs to be had out there.

I (Bb6)wish I knew how Your eyes are like star (Gm7)to break (Gb9)the (Fm9)spell.

I’ll take your hat.

Your hair looks I (Ebmaj9)ought to say, “No, no, no, sir!” I move in At (C13)least I’m gon na say that I tried.

What’s the sense of hurt ing my I (Bb6)real ly can’t Oh, (Ab)stay.

by, don’t hold out.

Ah, but it’s (C7)cold

(F)out

(Bb)side.

I (Bb6)sim ply must go.

But, ba by, it’s cold out side.

The (Cm7)an swer is “No!” But, ba by, it’s cold out side.

The (Bb6)wel come has been How luck y that you dropped so

(Gb9)nice and (Fm9)warm.

Look out the win

dow at the My (Ebmaj9)sis ter will (Eb6/9)be sus (Ebmaj9)pi cious.

lips look de My (Ebm7)broth er will be (Ab9)there at the Like (Ebm7)door.

up on a trop i cal My (Ab)real ly, aunt’s ha!

mind I’d bet ter scur (Db)ry!

cious.

lips are de Well, (C13)may be just a (C)cig a rette more.

Nev er such a bliz zard be I’ve (Bb6)got to get home.

Ba by, you’d freeze out there.

Say!

What’s in this (F9)drink?

It’s up to your knees out there.

You’ve (Bb6)real ly been grand, I thrill when you touch (Gm7)but don’t (Gb9)you (Fm9)see.

How can you do

this thing to There’s (Ebmaj9)bound to be talk to mor row.

my life long At (C13)least there will be plen ty im plied.

if you caught pneu mo nia and I (Bb6)real ly can’t Get (Ab)stay.

ver that old doubt.

Ah, but it’s (C7)cold

(F)out

(Bb)side.

I (C7)cold

(Ebm7)out

(Bb9)side.

Baby, It's Cold Outside — Simple Sheet Music

"Baby, It's Cold Outside" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Eb, 80 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Baby, It's Cold Outside

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Baby, It's Cold Outside"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Baby, It's Cold Outside" by Louis Armstrong played in?
Baby, It's Cold Outside is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Baby, It's Cold Outside"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Baby, It's Cold Outside" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Baby, It's Cold Outside"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Baby, It's Cold Outside"?
"Baby, It's Cold Outside" was originally performed by Louis Armstrong. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Baby, It's Cold Outside"?
This arrangement uses 26 chords: Ab7, Ab9, Abdom, B9, Bb, Bb6, Bb9, Bbdom, +18 more.
What other songs by Louis Armstrong can I play here?
Try "JUST A GIGOLO", "DREAM A LITTLE DREAM OF ME", "We Have All The Time In The World". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Baby, It's Cold Outside". Key of Eb, 80 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.

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