The End Of The World

by Skeeter Davis
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(Bb)Why does the sun go on (F)shin ing?

(Gm)Why does the sea rush to (Dm)shore?

(Eb6)Don’t they (Cm)know it’s the (Dm)end of the (G7)world, ’cos (Cm)you don’t love me an y (Ebm)more?

(Bb)Why do the birds go on (F)sing ing?

(Gm)Why do the stars glow a (Dm)bove?

(Eb6)Don’t they (Cm)know it’s the (Dm)end of the (G7)world?

It (Cm)end ed when I (F)lost your (Bb)love.

I (Eb)wake up in the morn ing and I (Bb)won der

why (F)ev ’ry thing’s the same as it (Bb)was,

I (Dm)can’t un der stand, no I (G7)can’t un der stand how (Cm)life goes on the way it (Ebm)does.

(Bb)Why does my heart go on (F)beat ing?

(Gm)Why do these eyes of mine (Dm)cry?

(Eb6)Don’t they (Cm)know it’s the (Dm)end of the (G7)world?

It (Cm)end ed when you (F)said good (Bb)bye.

(B)Why does my heart go on (F#)beat ing?

(G#m)Why do these eyes of mine (D#m)cry?

(E6)Don’t they (C#m)know it’s the (D#m)end of the (G#7)world?

It (C#m)end ed when you (F#)said good (B)bye.

The End Of The World — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

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Classic piano notation for "The End Of The World" by Skeeter Davis as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in Eb — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 80 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Eb) 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.

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About “The End Of The World

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "The End Of The World" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key Eb, real chord symbols), engraved server-side from the publisher MusicXML. A staff pianist or accompanist can read this directly from the screen or printed PDF and play the backing while you sing the melody.
What key is the piano accompaniment for "The End Of The World" by Skeeter Davis in?
The backing track is in Eb at 80 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 "The End Of The 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 "The End Of The World"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "The End Of The World", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "The End Of The 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 "The End Of The 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 "The End Of The World"?
"The End Of The World" was originally performed by Skeeter Davis. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What is this accompaniment Sheet Music view?
Same engraver-grade rendering as the standard Sheet Music mode — both hands, classic piano notation, key of Eb, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "The End Of The World" with the lead melody removed. Perfect for singers, lead instruments, and ensemble practice.
Can I sing or play melody while the score follows along?
Yes. The backing track removes the melody so you can sing or play it on top while the chord changes and rhythm guide you. The engraved score scrolls in time with the audio so you never lose your place.
Is this the same notation a piano book would show?
Yes — treble + bass clefs, key signature, time signature, beams, dynamics, and chord symbols above the staff, all rendered from the original publisher MusicXML. Identical reading experience to a printed piano accompaniment book.

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