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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · F · C · G
When the Party’s Over Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · F · C · G
When the Party’s Over Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · F · C · G
When the Party’s Over Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · F · C · G
When the Party’s Over Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · F · C · G
When the Party’s Over Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · F · C · G
When the Party’s Over Chords – Harmonica
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Range
Varies by singer
Chords
Am · F · C · G
When the Party’s Over Chords – Vocal
A haunting ballad by Billie Eilish about emotional withdrawal. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Slow Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a gentle, consistent strum and let the chords ring out.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C
Am
F
G
Chorus
F – C
Am – G
F – C
Verse 2
C
Am
F
G
Chorus
F – C
Am – G
F – C
Bridge
Am
F
C
G
Chorus
F – C
Am – G
F – C
Practice tip: Master the simple C-Am-F-G progression before adding the vocal melody; it repeats throughout the entire song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "When the Party’s Over"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, F, C and G.
Is "When the Party’s Over" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "When the Party’s Over" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "When the Party’s Over"?
It was written by Billie Eilish, Finneas O'Connell, and released in 2018.