Ocean Spray (Manic Street Preachers song)

"Ocean Spray" is a song by Welsh rock band Manic Street Preachers, released as the second single from their sixth studio album, Know Your Enemy (2001). The song's lyrics, written by Nicky Wire, are inspired by his mother's battle with cancer. More specifically, the title refers to a meeting Wire had with her in a hospital where she was drinking Ocean Spray cranberry juice. He has described the song as a love letter to his mother.

Musically, "Ocean Spray" is a power pop track with a prominent guitar riff and a singalong chorus. It reached number 15 on the UK Singles Chart. The song received generally positive reviews, with many critics praising its lyrical content and emotional depth, as well as its catchy melody. The accompanying music video features the band performing in a hospital setting, interspersed with images of patients and medical staff.