The End Of The World

by Carpenters

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Lyrics

(A)Why

does the sun

go on shin

ing?

(F#m)Why

does the sea

rush to (C#m)shore?

(D6)Don’t

they

(Bm7)know

it’s the (C#m7)end

of the world,

’cause (Bm7)you

don’t

love me

(Dm6)an y more?

(A)Why

do the birds

go (E)on sing ing?

(F#m)Why

do the stars

glow a (C#m)bove?

(D6)Don’t

they

(Bm7)know

it’s the (C#m7)end

of the world?

It (Bm7)end ed when I (E)lost

your (A)love.

I (D)wake up in the morn ing and I

won der

why ev ’ry thing’s the (Esus)same

as it (A)was.

I (C#m7)can’t

un der stand,

no, (F#7)I

can’t un der stand

how (Bm7)life

goes

on the way it (Dm)does.

(A)Why

does my heart

go on

beat ing?

(F#m)Why

do these eyes

of mine

cry?

(D6)Don’t

they

(Bm7)know

it’s the (C#m7)end

of the world?

It (Bm7)end ed when you (E)said

good (A)bye.

(D6)Don’t

they

(Bm7)know

it’s the (C#m7)end

of the world?

It (Bm7)end ed when you (E)said

good

(A)bye.

The End Of The World by Carpenters — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The End Of The World” by Carpenters in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of A at 68 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "The End Of The World" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "The End Of The World"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.