Echo And The Bunnymen - Ocean Rain Chords

How to play "Ocean Rain" by Echo & the Bunnymen on guitar:

**Verse 1:**
- Chords: C, G
- Strumming pattern: Use a moderate down-up strumming pattern with 
  emphasis on the downbeat.
- Transitioning between C and G: Make sure to practice the shift, focusing 
  on placing your fingers firmly for each chord.
- Feel: The verse has a melancholic vibe. Play softly and let the notes 
  ring.

**Chorus 1:**
- Chords: Dm, C, F, G
- Strumming pattern: Keep the pattern moderate with emphasis on the first 
  beat of each measure.
- Timing: Make sure to accentuate the chord changes on the first beat of 
  each line.

**Verse 2:**
- Chords: Similar to Verse 1.
- Play this verse with a slightly stronger strum to reflect the repeating 
  theme.

**Chorus 2 & 3:**
- Same chords and pattern as Chorus 1, but maintain the song's flow with 
  steady strumming.

**Instrumental:**
- Chords: G, C
- Strumming pattern: Play with a rhythm similar to the verses.
- Practice the shifts carefully.

**Verse 3:**
- This section reflects Verse 1 but ends with extra repetitions of "C, G."

**General Tips:**
- Tuning: Standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Tone: Aim for a clean tone with some reverb to capture the song's vibe.
- Rhythm: Stay relaxed with the strumming to capture the song's dreamy 
  ambiance.

**Song Facts:**
"Ocean Rain" is known for its sweeping orchestral arrangement. The lyrics 
suggest a metaphorical sea voyage, highlighting emotional turbulence and 
longing. It is often considered one of Echo & the Bunnymen's signature 
tracks, showcasing their unique blend of post-punk with orchestral rock.

[Verse 1]
       C
All at sea again
    G           C
And now my hurricanes
     G                       C
Have brought down this ocean rain
   G         C      G
To bathe me again
   C
My ship's a sail
        G               C
Can you hear its tender frame
G                          C
Screaming from beneath the waves
G                          C      G
Screaming from beneath the waves
 
[Chorus 1]
Dm  C        F       C
All hands on deck at dawn
Dm  C      F      C
Sailing to sadder shores
Dm   C          F     C
Your port in my heavy storms
Dm C         F        C        G C G C G C G
Harbours the blackest thoughts
 
[Verse 2]
       C
I'm at sea again
    G             C
And now your hurricanes
     G                       C
Have brought down this ocean rain
   G         C    G
To bathe me again
   C
My ship's a sail
        G               C
Can you hear its tender frame
G                          C
Screaming from beneath the waves
G                          C      G
Screaming from beneath the waves...
 
[Chorus 2 ]
Dm  C        F       C
All hands on deck at dawn
Dm  C      F      C
Sailing to sadder shores
Dm   C          F     C
Your port in my heavy storms
Dm C         F        C
Harbours the blackest thoughts
 
[Instrumental]
G C G C G C G C
G C G C G C G C
 
[Chorus 3]
Dm  C        F       C
All hands on deck at dawn
Dm  C      F      C
Sailing to sadder shores
Dm   C          F     C
Your port in my heavy storms
Dm C         F        C        G C G C G C G
Harbours the blackest thoughts
 
[Verse 3]
       C
All at sea again
    G           C
And now my hurricanes
     G                       C
Have brought down this ocean rain
   G         C      G
To bathe me again
   C
My ship's a sail
G               C
Hear its tender frame
G                          C
Screaming from beneath the waves
G                          C
Screaming from beneath the waves
G                          C G C G
Screaming from beneath the waves
C       G        C         G C    G
Screaming from beneath the waves
C            G
All hands on deck at dawn
C          G
Sailing to sadder shores
C               G
Your port in my heavy storms
C            G        C
Harbours the blackest thoughts