Best Shot

by Jimmie Allen

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I’m just flesh and bone, (B)heart and soul, and I’ve earned a cou ple (E)scars.

I’ve let once in a life time (B)kind of things slide right out of my (E)arms.

I’ve struck out, I’ve been knocked (B)down more (A)times than I can count,

but that don’t mat ter now, ’cause when you smile, I see (B)the sun sink down on a coast out in Cal i (E)for nia.

And there’s no doubt, be cause (B)of you, I’m not the man I was (E)be fore ya.

I’m not say ing that I’m (B)per fect, oh, ’cause, girl, you know I’m (E)not.

But I’ll love you (B)with ev ’ry thing I (Asus2)got.

Girl, I’ll give you my best shot.

You saw a spark (B)in side of me that no one else could (E)find.

Your “good morn ing” eyes, (B)they get me high.

Girl, you’re al ways on my mind.

’Cause when you smile, (Asus2)got.

Girl, I’ll give you my best shot.

When I saw you for the first time, I knew I found a maz ing grace.

It’s like an gels sing ing ev ’ry time I hear your name.

When you smile, I see (B)the sun sink down on a coast out in Cal i (E)for nia.

And there’s no doubt, be cause (B)of you, I’m not the man I was be fore.

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When you smile, I see (B)the sun sink down on a coast out in Cal i (E)for nia.

And there’s no doubt, be cause (B)of you, I’m bet ter than I was (E)be fore ya.

I’m not say ing that I’m (B)per fect.

Oh, God knows I’m (E)not.

But I’ll love you (B)with ev ’ry thing I (Asus2)got.

Girl, I’ll give you my best shot.

Best Shot by Jimmie Allen — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Best Shot by Jimmie Allen 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 E at 78 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 Shot" 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 Shot"?
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 Shot" use?
Just 6 chords: A, Asus2, B, C#m, E, G#m. Take it one section at a time.