Best Laid Plans

by James Blunt
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Lyrics

You don’t like it in the shad ows,

but you won’t let me shine the light.

I would wash a way your trou bles,

but it seems

the more that I hold on,

the more that you let go.

And I know,

you bet ter let some bod y love you,

or find your self

on your own.

Tell me why all the best laid plans

fall a part

in your hands,

and my good in ten tions nev er end

the way I meant.

If we don’t talk a bout the fu ture,

then should I just fol low you in to the dark?

Yeah.

And does your si lence keep you cold

while the cracks form

on my heart?

Tell me why

It seems to me some fine friends who watched you turn

your back.

It seems you on ly want the things that you can’t have.

Tell me why all the best laid plans

fall a part

in your hands,

and my good in ten tions nev er end

the way I meant.

Tell me why all the best laid plans

fall a part

in your hands,

and my good in ten tions nev er end

the way I meant.

Tell me why

Best Laid Plans — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

Watch "Best Laid Plans" by James Blunt in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of Bb, 76 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Best Laid Plans

Can I learn "Best Laid Plans" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Best Laid Plans" with hands-separate practice in Bb at 76 BPM.
What key is "Best Laid Plans" by James Blunt played in?
Best Laid Plans is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Best Laid Plans"?
The arrangement plays at 76 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Best Laid Plans" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Best Laid Plans"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Best Laid Plans"?
"Best Laid Plans" was originally performed by James Blunt. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Best Laid Plans"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: Ab, Bb, Bbm, C, Cm, Db, Eb, Eb7, +1 more.
What other songs by James Blunt can I play here?
Try "GOODBYE MY LOVER", "HIGH", "YOU'RE BEAUTIFUL". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Best Laid Plans"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Best Laid Plans" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Best Laid Plans"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Best Laid Plans" is in the key of Bb at 76 BPM.

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