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Oceanographer's Choice chords by
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Key: G major•
Verse 1
D
D

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Well
G
G

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Guy in a skeleton costume
Bb
Bb

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Comes up to the guy in the
Eb
Eb
6

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Su perman suit
G
G

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Runs through him with a broadsword

I flipped the television off
Gm
Gm
3

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Bb
Bb

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Bring all the bright lights up
Eb
Eb
6

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G
G

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Cm
Cm
3

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Turn the radio up loud

I don't know why I'm so
C
C

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F
F

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persuaded

That if I think things through
Eb
Eb
6

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D
D

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Long enough and hard enough

I'll somehow get to you
G
G

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But then you came in and we locked eyes
C
C

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You kicked the ashtray over as

we came toward each other
Eb
Eb
6

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Stubbed my cigarette out
D
D

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against the west wall

Quickly lit another
Gm
Gm
3

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G
G

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Look at that
Gsus4
Gsus4

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Would you look at that?
C
C

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We're throwing off sparks
Csus2
Csus2

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C
C

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G
G

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Bb
Bb

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What will I do when
D
D

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F
F

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C
C

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Gsus4
Gsus4

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I don't have you
Csus2
Csus2

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G
G

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To hold onto in the dark?
Interlude 1
D
D

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G
G

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Verse 2
G
G

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Yes

Everybody's going to need a
Gm
Gm
3

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witness
Bb
Bb

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Eb
Eb
6

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Everybody's going to need a little backup
G
G

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In case the scene gets nasty

You throw the attic window open
Gm
Gm
3

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Bb
Bb

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Eb
Eb
6

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And I throw myself all around you

And night comes to Tallahassee
G
G

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Cm
Cm
3

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I don't know why it's gotten
C
C

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F
F

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harder to keep myself away
Eb
Eb
6

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D
D

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Thought I'd finally beat the feeling back
Asus4
Asus4

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It all came back today
G
G

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And then we fell down

And we locked arms
C
C

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We knocked the dresser over as we
Eb
Eb
6

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rolled across the floor
D
D

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I don't mean it when I tell you
Eb
Eb
6

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D
D

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That I don't love you any more
Gm
Gm
3

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Look at that
G
G

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D
D

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Would you look at that?
G
G

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C
C

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The way the ceiling starts to swerve
G
G

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Bb
Bb

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C
C

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G
G

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What will I do when I don't have you
D
D

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When I finally get what I deserve?
Outro 1
G
G

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Gm
Gm
3

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Eb
Eb
6

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Bb
Bb

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Cm
Cm
3

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G
G

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Gm
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Bb
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Cm
Cm
3

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G
G

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Cm
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C
C

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F
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G
G

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Cm
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C
C

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F
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G
G

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Cm
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C
C

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F
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G
G

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C
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Cm
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C
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Chords

  • D

  • G

  • Bb

  • Eb

    6

  • Gm

    3

  • Cm

    3

  • C

  • F

  • Gsus4

  • Csus2

  • Asus4

Capo: No capo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Oceanographer's Choice?

The original key of Oceanographer's Choice by The Mountain Goats is G major.

What are the main chords for Oceanographer's Choice?

The primary chords used in Oceanographer's Choice are D, G, Bb, Eb, Gm, Cm.

Do I need a capo to play Oceanographer's Choice?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Oceanographer's Choice beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like D, G, Bb, Eb, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Oceanographer's Choice?

The tempo of Oceanographer's Choice is approximately 122 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Oceanographer's Choice?

You can easily change the key of Oceanographer's Choice using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

Can I print the guitar chords for Oceanographer's Choice?

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Oceanographer's Choice. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for Oceanographer's Choice?

Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with The Mountain Goats.

Can I save Oceanographer's Choice to play later?

Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add Oceanographer's Choice to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.

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You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for Oceanographer's Choice by The Mountain Goats on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.