The Monster

by Eminem feat. Rihanna
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I’m friends with the mon ster that’s (B)un der my (A)bed.

Get a long with the voic es in (B)side of my (A)head.

You’re try ing to save me, stop (B)hold ing your (A)breath.

And you think I’m cra zy, yeah, (B)you think I’m cra zy.

I wanted the fame, I but not cover (B)of told Newsweek.

Oh, well, guess beggars can’t be choosey.

’cause you Wanted know to it ceive attention be for my (B)music.

I Wanted to be left alone in public.

these Excuse me for wanting from my cake and do it Dre and (B)track.

wanting it both ways.

Fame made me a balloon ’cause my ego inflated when I blew; hee see, but it was (B)confusing ’cause all I wanted to do is the Bruce Lee of loose leaf.

Abused ink, used it as (B)a tool when I blew steam between (wooh!) and Hit the lottery, oh, wee but with what I gave up to get (B)it ’Cause bittersweet.

It was like thing winning a used mink.

me Ironic ’cause I think I’m My getting so huge I need (B)a shrink.

I’m beginning to lose sleep: one sheep, two sheep.

I’m Going cuckoo and cooky as Kool Keith.

voice But (B)I’m actually weirder than Don’t you think.

’Cause I’m… I’m friends with the mon ster that’s (B)un der my (A)bed.

Get a long with the voic es in (B)side of my (A)head.

You’re try ing to save me, stop (B)hold ing your (A)breath.

And you think I’m cra zy, yeah, (B)you think I’m cra zy.

Well, that’s noth ing.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Well that’s noth ing.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, Now, I ooh, ain’t much of a ooh, poet ooh.

but but know somebody once (B)vision one me seize the moment and don’t squander it ’cause civilian never but when it all could drums over tomorrow.

(B)So I keep conjuring, at sometimes I wonder where I’ll thoughts you spawn to the my (Yeah, pondering’ll get you Dre wonders.

(B)track.

No wonder every you’re who losing your mind the way it wanders.) Yodel to odel ay back hoo.

I think it (B)went wandering I off down to yonder and stumbled on ’ta Jeff Van Vonderen.

’Cause I need an interventionist (B)who are to inter a vene between me and this monster and save me from self and all this up conflict.

get (B)Falling way the very in the draft, that I love’s killing me and I can’t conquer it.

still OCD’s make conking straw me (B)gold in the head.

will Keep knocking, Rumpelstiltskin nobody’s home.

sheep.

haystack.

sleepwalking.

cuckoo and I’m relaying what the voice in (B)my head’s say ing.

Don’t shoot the messenger, I’m… I’m friends with the mon ster that’s (B)un der my (A)bed.

Get a long with the voic es in (B)side of my (A)head.

You’re try ing to save me, stop (B)hold ing your (A)breath.

And you think I’m cra zy, yeah, (B)you think I’m cra zy.

Well, that’s noth ing.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Well that’s noth ing.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, Now, I ooh, ain’t much of a ooh, poet ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh.

Maybe I need a (B)straight jacket, face facts.

I am nuts for real but I’m O.K.

with that.

It’s nothing.

I’m friends with the mon ster that’s (B)un der my (A)bed.

Get a long with the voic es in (B)side of my (A)head.

You’re try ing to save me, stop (B)hold ing your (A)breath.

And you think I’m cra zy, yeah, (B)you think I’m cra zy.

I’m friends with the mon ster that’s (B)un der my (A)bed.

Get a long with the voic es in (B)side of my (A)head.

You’re try ing to save me, stop (B)hold ing your (A)breath.

And you think I’m cra zy, yeah, (B)you think I’m cra zy.

Well, (CN.C.)that’s noth ing.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Well that’s noth ing.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, (B)ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh.

The Monster — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "The Monster" by Eminem feat. Rihanna: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key E, 112 BPM.

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

What key is the piano accompaniment for "The Monster" by Eminem feat. Rihanna in?
The backing track is in E at 112 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 Monster" 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 Monster"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "The Monster", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "The Monster" 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 Monster"?
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 Monster"?
"The Monster" was originally performed by Eminem feat. Rihanna. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Eminem feat. Rihanna are available?
Other accompaniments by Eminem feat. Rihanna: "The Monster". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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