Best Of My Love

by Eagles

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Lyrics

(C)Ev er y night

I’m ly in’ in bed, es,

(Dm)hold in’ you close in my dreams;

(C)think in’ a bout all the things that we wine said and (Dm)com in’ a part lit at the seams.

We try to talk was it o ver cloud but the (Em)words could come out too a rough;

I (C)know you were try in’ to (Dm)give me the best of your (C)love.

(C)Beau ti ful fac

and loud emp ty plac es,

(Dm)hold look at the that we live;

(C)wast in’ our time all on cheap talk and wine said and (Dm)com left us so lit tle to give.

That same old crowd was like a dark cloud but that (Em)we could nev er too a bove;

but (C)here in my heart in’ I (Dm)give you the best of my (C)love.

Oh,

sweet dar lin’,

you get the best of my love,

oh,

sweet dar lin’,

you get the best of my love.

I’m go in’ back in time and it’s a (C)sweet

dream;

it was a (Fm7)qui et night and I would be all right if I could (Dm)go

on

(G7)sleep

ing.

But (C)ev ’ry morn in’ I wake up and wor ry

what’s gon na hap pen to day;

(C)you see it your way, and I see it mine, but we (Dm)both see it slip pin’ a way.

You know we al ways had each (Dm)oth er, ba by,

I guess that was n’t e nough;

(G7)oh,

but (C)here in my heart

I (Dm)give you the best of my (C)love.

Oh,

sweet dar lin’,

you get the best of my love.

Oh,

sweet dar lin’,

you get the best of my love.

Oh,

love.

Best Of My Love by Eagles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Best Of My Love by Eagles in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of C at 95 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Best Of My Love" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Best Of My Love"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Best Of My Love" use?
Just 6 chords: C, Dm, Em, F, Fm7, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Eagles songs work for kids?
Try "HEARTACHE TONIGHT", "NEW KID IN TOWN", "SAD CAFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.