The Ocean - Led Zeppelin

The Ocean

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Intro
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-----------------5---2------------0---2---5------0---2-----------------0-----2--
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You repeat that a couple of times. In some of the repeats of that part
there's this thing that Page throws in there. It's just a bunch of Palm
Muted C's(5'th string 3rd fret). Also you can substute the 5's for open's on
the next string, but I think Page plays it with 5's
 
Main Riff
 
You use the following chords. They're barre chords, but I don't know they're
specific names(i.e. Gsus5). But I know the roots, so that'll have to do.
 
Chord EADGBE
D 5577xx
C 3355xx
A 577xxx
G 355xxx
 
The riff goes...
DDDD CCCC AGADDDD

How to play The Ocean

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What is the starting chord?

The first identified chord is C. You can transpose without leaving the page.

Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?

Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.

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