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What did Leonard Cohen really mean when he sang 'Hallelujah'?

Nothing about Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” — the original version of the song Cohen recorded for his 1984 album “Various Positions” — leads you to conclude that it would go on to become one of pop music’s most durable compositions. Not the rinky-dink keyboard tone. Not the singer’s low, dry croak....

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09:03 on November 11 2016

The story behind Leonard Cohen's elusive hit 'Hallelujah'

USA Today Music — The song didn't become famous until 15 years after it was first recorded.             more info
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09:27 on November 11 2016

Why it took 15 years for Leonard Cohen's 'Hallelujah' to get famous

USA Today Music — The popular version of the song is really a cover of a cover.             more info
Leonard Cohen
01:15 on November 12 2016

What did Leonard Cohen really mean when he sang 'Hallelujah'?

L.A. Times - Entertainment — Nothing about Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” — the original version of the song Cohen recorded for his 1984 album “Various Positions” ... more info
Leonard Cohen
01:15 on November 12 2016

What did Leonard Cohen really mean when he sang 'Hallelujah'?

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Nothing about Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” — the original version of the song Cohen recorded for his 1984 album “Various Positions” ... more info
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