Submarines

by The Lumineers
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Lyrics

(C)I be lieve a sub ma (G)rines

(C)un der neath on the deep blue (G)seas.

(G)Saw the flags: (C)Jap a (G)nese!

(G)No one will (C)be lieve (G)me.

(Em)Ran back to the town bar, (D)and I (G)told the peo ple how

(Em)I have seen a sub ma (D)rine, and (C)ev โ€™ry one laughed a loud.

(C)I did spy a per i (G)scope,

(C)dead of night on the East ern (G)Coast.

(G)The po lice (C)made them (G)jokes;

(G)told me Iโ€™d (C)seen a (G)ghost.

(Em)Ev โ€™ry one thinks Iโ€™m a (D)li ar; (G)no one knows the truth.

(Em)If it was a big ger (D)fi re, (C)I would be laughed a loud.

on the move.

(G)Ships will rust in (C)Bald win (Em)Bay!

(D)(Let me go!) (G)No one trust (C)what I (Em)say.

(D)(Let her go!) (G)Oh my God, (C)no one (Em)pay...

(D)(...at ten tion!) (G)O ver night, my (C)hair turned (Em)gray.

(D)(Go!

Go!

Go!) (Em)In the end, it boils (D)down to (G)cred i bil i ty.

(CN.C.)Aw, (Em)I have none, so I will die

(C)with the se crets of the sea.

(D)(Sub ma rine!)

(D)(Ter ri fied me!)

(D)Sub ma (G)rine.

(D)(Sub ma rine!)

Submarines โ€” Simple Sheet Music

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"Submarines" in simplified sheet music format โ€” the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of G, 96 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About โ€œSubmarinesโ€

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Submarines"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music โ€” same song, less visual density.
What key is "Submarines" by The Lumineers played in?
Submarines is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Submarines"?
The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Submarines" easy to play on piano?
Yes โ€” this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Submarines"?
Yes โ€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Submarines"?
"Submarines" was originally performed by The Lumineers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Submarines"?
This arrangement uses 4 chords: C, D, Em, G. Only a handful of chords โ€” beginner-friendly.
What other songs by The Lumineers can I play here?
Try "PATIENCE", "CLEOPATRA", "STUBBORN LOVE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords โ€” helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Submarines". Key of G, 96 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below โ€” like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.