The End Of The World

by Carpenters
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Lyrics

(F)Why does the sun go on (C)shin ing?

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

(Bb)Don’t they (Gm)know it’s the (Am)end of the (D7)world ’cause (Gm)you don’t (Gm7)love me an y (C7)more?

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

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

(Bb)Don’t they (Gm)know it’s the (Am)end of the (D7)world?

It (Gm)you don’t (Gm7)love me an y (C7)more?

(Gm)end ed when I (C7)lost your (F)love.

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

why (C7)ev ’ry thing’s the same as it (F)was.

I (Am)can’t un der (Am7)stand, no I (D7)can’t un der stand how (Gm)life goes (Gm7)on the way it (C7)does!

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

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

(Bb)Don’t they (Gm)know it’s the (Am)end of the (D7)world?

It (Gm)end ed when you (C7)said good (F)bye.

The End Of The World — Simple Sheet Music

"The End Of The World" 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 Bb, 80 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

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About “The End Of The World”

What key is "The End Of The World" by Carpenters played in?
The End Of The World is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "The End Of The World"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "The End Of The World" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "The End Of The World"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "The End Of The World"?
"The End Of The World" was originally performed by Carpenters. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Carpenters can I play here?
Try "O HOLY NIGHT", "BECAUSE WE ARE IN LOVE", "CALLING OCCUPANTS". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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