About the song
*”Have you ever felt like the world was ending? Skeeter Davis’ soulful rendition of ‘The End of The World’ captures that exact feeling with a raw honesty that has resonated with listeners for generations. Released in 1962, this iconic song quickly climbed the charts, becoming a staple of American pop culture.
Davis’ distinctive country twang, combined with the song’s melancholic melody, creates an atmosphere of heartbreak and despair that is both familiar and comforting. The lyrics, penned by Sylvia Dee, paint a vivid picture of a world turned upside down by the loss of love. The sun keeps shining, the birds keep singing, yet nothing feels right. It’s a universal theme that speaks to anyone who has ever experienced the pain of a broken heart.
What makes ‘The End of The World’ so enduring is its simplicity. There are no fancy production techniques or complicated arrangements, just Davis’ powerful vocals and a handful of instruments. This stripped-down approach allows the listener to focus on the raw emotion of the song.
The song’s success can also be attributed to its timeless quality. While it was a product of its time, with its references to the Cold War and the space race, the underlying themes of love, loss, and the fragility of life are as relevant today as they were in the 1960s.
‘The End of The World’ is more than just a sad song; it’s a testament to the enduring power of music to connect people on a deep emotional level. It’s a song that has been covered by countless artists over the years, but Davis’ original version remains the definitive one.
If you’re looking for a song that will tug at your heartstrings and stay with you long after the last note fades, then look no further than ‘The End of The World.’ It’s a classic for a reason.”*
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Lyrics
Why does the sun go on shining?
Why does the sea rush to shore?
Don’t they know it’s the end of the world?
‘Cause you don’t love me any more
Why do the birds go on singing?
Why do the stars glow above?
Don’t they know it’s the end of the world?
It ended when I lost your love
I wake-up in the morning, and I wonder
Why everything’s the same as it was
I can’t understand, no, I can’t understand
How life goes on the way it does
Why does my heart go on beating?
Why do these eyes of mine cry?
Don’t they know it’s the end of the world?
It ended when you said, “Good-bye”
Mmm, mmm, mmm, mmm
(Why do these eyes of mine cry?)
Mmm, mmm, mmm
Don’t they know it’s the end of the world?
It ended when you said, “Good-bye”