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The Ocean

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[Intro]
| Dm| Dm| F| F|  x2
[Verse]
A pDmicture in grey
DmDorian Gray
Just Fme by the sea
And I Dmfelt like a star
DmI felt the world could go far
If they lFistened to what I said
FThe sea
[Instrumental]
| Dm| C| Dm| C|  
[Outro]
DmWashes my feetF  
DmWashes my feetF  
FSplashes the sole of my Dmshoes
Ending
| Dm| Dm| Dm| Dm|

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The Ocean

by U2

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

[Intro]

Dm Dm F F

| | | | | x2

[Verse]

A picture in grey

Dorian Gray

Just me by the sea

And I felt like a star

I felt the world could go far

If they listened to what I said

The sea

[Instrumental]

Dm C Dm C

| | | | |

[Outro]

Dm F

Washes my feet

Dm F

Washes my feet

F Dm

Splashes the sole of my shoes

Ending

Dm Dm Dm Dm

| | | | |

About The Ocean Chords by U2

Learn how to play The Ocean by U2 with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “The Ocean chords”, “The Ocean guitar chords”, or “U2 The Ocean chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy The Ocean chords and for experienced players who want accurate The Ocean lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Dm, F, A, C.

FAQ — The Ocean by U2

How do I play "The Ocean" by U2 on guitar?

Open the free chords for "The Ocean" by U2 on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "The Ocean" by U2 free?

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Can I transpose "The Ocean" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "The Ocean" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "The Ocean"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "The Ocean" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "The Ocean" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "The Ocean" by U2 with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by U2 below.

What key is "The Ocean" in?

The chords for "The Ocean" show the original chord names (including Dm, F, A, C). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.