This is the original writer and singer of the song "Hallelujah". Leonard Cohen was once banging his head against the wall in a hotel room trying to come up with the final verse for the song. He had written literally hundreds of verses that he didn't use because he wanted the perfect one. I believe the song took him years to write.
This song, however, has stood the test of time. It has been covered so many times and by so many prominent artists. It has even become singles by these artists. Jeff Buckley and Rufus Wainwright are prime examples of this. This song is truly amazing, and I think everyone should really take some time, appreciate this video, and appreciate the amazing songwriting that this song encompasses.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
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I love love love this song! I like this guys version, he has a great deep voice.
"This is the original writer and singer of the song 'Hallelujah'.... I believe the song took him years to write."
he wrote this song so its not "his version". every other cover of this song is a "version"
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