(C#m7)Came in from a rai ny Thurs day (Emaj7)on the av e nue,
(C#m7)thought I heard you talk ing soft ly.
Well, now (C#m7)I turned on the lights, the T.
V.
(Emaj7)and the rad i o,
(C#m7)still I can’t es cape the ghost of (Emaj7)you.
(C#m7)What has happ ened to it all?
(G#m)“Cra zy”, some would say.
(Eb)Where is the life that I re cog (Emaj7)nize?
(Gone a way.) But I won’t cry for yes ter day, there’s an or di nar y (D)world, some how (C#m7)I have to find.
And as I try to make my way, to the or di nar ry (D)world, I will (C#m7)learn to sur vive.
(C#m7)Pas sion or co in ci dence once (Emaj7)prompt ed you to say,
(C#m7)“Pride will tear us both a part.”
Ooh, now (C#m7)pride’s gone out the win dow cross the (Emaj7)roof top run a way,
(C#m7)left me in the vac uum of my (Emaj7)heart.
(C#m7)What is happ ’ning to me?
all?
(G#m)“Cra zy”, some would say.
(Eb)Where is my friend when I need you (Emaj7)most?
(Gone a way.) But I won’t cry for yes ter day, there’s an or di nar y (D)world, some how (C#m7)I have to find.
And as I try to make my way, to the or di nar ry (D)world, I will (C#m7)learn to sur vive.
But I don’t cry for yes ter day, there’s an or di nar y (D)world, some how (C#m7)I have to find.
And as I try to make my way, to the or di nar y (D)world, I will (C#m7)learn to sur vive.
Ev ’ry world
is my world (I will (C#m7)learn to sur vive.)
An y world
is my world (I will (C#m7)learn to sur vive.)
An y world
Ordinary World — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Ordinary World" by Duran Duran: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key C#, 72 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (C#) sits too high or low for your voice, use the transpose control to shift the accompaniment into a comfortable range — the backing moves with you. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the vocal melody in.
Try other practice modes:
About “Ordinary World”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Ordinary World" by Duran Duran in?
- The backing track is in C# at 72 BPM. If that doesn't sit in your vocal range, use the live transpose control to shift up or down semitones — the accompaniment moves with the new key automatically.
- Can I sing over "Ordinary World" with this accompaniment?
- Yes — that's exactly what it's built for. The vocal melody is muted by default so you can sing freely. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the melody back in at a lower volume.
- Is this a karaoke version of "Ordinary World"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Ordinary World", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Ordinary World" as a backing track for my instrument?
- Absolutely. Singers, guitarists, violinists, wind players, and instrumental practice in general all work — the piano holds the harmony so you can carry the melody on whatever instrument you play.
- Can I download the accompaniment for "Ordinary World"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Ordinary World"?
- "Ordinary World" was originally performed by Duran Duran. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Duran Duran are available?
- Other accompaniments by Duran Duran: "A View To A Kill". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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