Best That I Can Do
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D C G D
When you left I never thought I'd say
C G A
I'm better off without you anyway
G A
But just because I say the words
D D/C# Bm
Don't mean I think they're true
G A D
It's just that it's the best that I can do
D C G D
I don't go to places you might be
D C G A
I can't take the chance that we might meet
G A
But just because I stayed away
D D/C# Bm
Don't mean I wanted to
G A D
It's just that it's the best that I can do
C
Someday I'll do better
D
But till then
Bm Em A
I can't let you know how hurt I ve been
F#m
I wish had you back with me
Bm
But I wont play on your sympathy
Em G C A
To get you in my arms once again
SOLO
D C G D
I admit there's other I have seen
D C G A
Sometimes I need company
G A
But just because I'm loving them
D D#/C Bm
Dont mean I'm over you
G A D
It's just that it's the best that I can do
From Allison Moorer "The Hardest Part"
Louise Red Songs
MCA Records
How to play Best That I Can Do
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.