14 Ocean and Sea Love Songs

There's something special and romantic about the oceans and seas. There are many songs of different genres that have expressed this romance throughout the years. Let's take a look at some very special ones. These can be used for romantic dates, weddings, or just thinking about someone you care about.

Ocean

Martin Garrix and Khalid

 This soulful ballad is about unconditional love and that no matter what obstacles arise, nothing will keep two people apart who love each other. Here's an interesting piece of trivia. Garrix and Khalid had never met before they collaborated on this song. They didn't meet until it was time to shoot the video.

Island in the Sun

Weezer

"Island in the Sun" revolves around an individual telling their partner about a holiday they can plan by running away to an island in the sun on a golden sea where they can spend time together. Although it didn't make the Billboard Hot 100, the song has been streamed over 1 billion times and is popular for the first dance at weddings.

Beyond the Sea

Bobby Darin

A true classic song, "Beyond the Sea" has endured the test of time and is still popular at weddings. This upbeat song is about two lovers who are separated by the sea and how one day they will meet again at the shore and never be separated again. The song has appeared in numerous TV shows and movies, including Finding Nemo and The X-Files.

Ocean Eyes

Billie Eilish

 Originally written by Billie Eilish's brother for his high school band, "Ocean Eyes" shot Eilish into stardom. The love song is about falling in love deeply with someone who has blue eyes and the vulnerability the person feels. The song has often been used at weddings when the bride walks down the aisle.

The Sea and the Rhythm

Iron & Wine

A very sensual song, "The Sea and the Rhythm" is about the physical connection between two lovers. The music consists of an acoustic guitar and banjo, giving the tune a gentle melodic sound. This sexy song might be perfect for a special date night when one is hoping for intimacy.

Everlasting Sea

Donovan

 This melodic, gentle tune is about a long-lasting love that is connected to the nature of the Earth. This song is good for someone who is looking for a chill folk-style type of song. The lyrics are simple, but they get their point across. The background instrumentation is very peaceful to listen to.

Sea of Love

Phil Phillips

Going back to the 1950s, "Sea of Love" hit #1 on the Billboard R&B chart and #2 on the Billboard Hot 100. The tune speaks of when two people first met and how one person is very devoted to the other and wants the two of them to take a journey together.  Although the song became a hit for Phil Phillips, it was also rerecorded by other artists, including Del Shannon in 1982 and The Honeydrippers (Robert Plant's band) in 1984.

Place Out on the Ocean

Jamey Johnson

On the upbeat side, "Place Out on the Ocean" is a country tune about a man who appears to be living a fantasy life near the ocean in Florida between his mansion and his Mercedes. However, even though he's living in a paradise, all he can think about is the person he loves. 

A Drop in the Ocean

Ron Pope

 With over 1 billion streams, Ron Pope's "A Drop in the Ocean" conveys the great love a man has for a woman and the hope he had of them ending up together, only to find that she is slipping away and how helpless he feels as she is his heaven, but it's looking like they will not end up together.

By the Beautiful Sea

 Ada Jones and Billy Watkins

 If you're looking for something fun and upbeat, "By the Beautiful Sea" is a nostalgic song recorded over a century ago. It's about two people having fun playing in the water at the sea. If you're a Disney fan, you may recognize the song as a version of it was featured in "Disney's Sing-a-Long Songs: Under the Sea" and "Campout at Walt Disney World."

Seaside

The Kooks

"Seaside" tells the story of a young man who fell in love with a girl at the seaside, how much he misses her, and how he hopes he is able to see her at the seaside again. This acoustic song is only a little over a minute and a half, but it easily conveys its message of love and yearning in this short period of time. 

How Deep is the Ocean

Barbra Streisand and Jason Gould

Written by Irving Berlin, "How Deep is the Ocean" expresses the amount of love one individual has for another and how the amount of love felt is immeasurable. The song has been recorded by numerous singers, including Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Marvin Gaye, Eric Clapton, and the above version, which was recorded in 2014. 

Malibu

Miley Cyrus

"Malibu" tells the story of a couple who have rekindled their relationship, and now they stand by the ocean in Malibu with a fresh start on their partnership. Cyrus actually wrote the song for Liam Hemsworth, with whom she had a long-term relationship, to express her love and gratitude towards him.

Under the Boardwalk

The Drifters

No list about love songs regarding the ocean or the sea would be complete without the 1960s classic "Under the Boardwalk." The lyrics tell of a couple who curl up on a blanket under the boardwalk where they can have fun and fall in love. Not only did it hit #4 on the Billboard Hot 100, but Billboard also put it as the #2 best beach song of all time.

As you can see, there is quite a variety of love songs about the ocean or the sea that can be used for different romantic occasions or to just listen to because you want to. Do you have a favorite from this list? Is there a song I didn't include that you think should be on this list? Feel free to tell me in the comments.