famous blue raincoat - leonard cohen (cover)

[@pattiaustin1808]

Leonard Cohen himself would appreciate this, the most perfect rendition of Famous Blue Raincoat I’ve ever heard/witnessed. There’s singing a song and there’s ‘getting’ a song. Sammy gets it.

[@benjrokeefe]

He seems like a sad soul. All the greatest artists/writers/poets/actors are. They see the world in a different way. A beautifully melancholy way. And use it to create magic.

[@butteredbananas1394]

His expression just adds so much more to the video and the music and the atmosphere .3.

[@benjamincohen4190]

Banana Butter her*

[@butteredbananas1394]

@@benjamincohen4190 Uhm, no. Sammy says he is a boy so I'll address him as one.

[@srosty05]

@@butteredbananas1394 sammy has the right to live whichever delusion she pleases, she does not have the right to make others live in said delusion.

[@butteredbananas1394]

@@srosty05 that's how I feel about religion. But I still respect it, don't I?

[@srosty05]

@@butteredbananas1394 respecting it is different than making someone be that religion. Sammy is biologically female. She wants you to call her he. Calling her he is making you live in her delusion, religion is the opposite. You can be whatever religion you like and not have to answer to anyone

[@Mr7yhnmki8]

And always, that lovely smile at the end of the song....... is the cheery on top.

[@jodimeadeblue]

Thank you for not letting cohens amazing songs get lost to your generation. Finding you has made me happy on so many levels.

[@leengokong]

Famous Blue Raincoat" It's four in the morning, the end of December I'm writing you now just to see if you're better New York is cold, but I like where I'm living There's music on Clinton Street all through the evening. I hear that you're building your little house deep in the desert You're living for nothing now, I hope you're keeping some kind of record. Yes, and Jane came by with a lock of your hair She said that you gave it to her That night that you planned to go clear Did you ever go clear? Ah, the last time we saw you you looked so much older Your famous blue raincoat was torn at the shoulder You'd been to the station to meet every train And you came home without Lili Marlene And you treated my woman to a flake of your life And when she came back she was nobody's wife. Well I see you there with the rose in your teeth One more thin gypsy thief Well I see Jane's awake -- She sends her regards. And what can I tell you my brother, my killer What can I possibly say? I guess that I miss you, I guess I forgive you I'm glad you stood in my way. If you ever come by here, for Jane or for me Your enemy is sleeping, and his woman is free. Yes, and thanks, for the trouble you took from her eyes I thought it was there for good so I never tried. And Jane came by with a lock of your hair She said that you gave it to her That night that you planned to go clear -- Sincerely, L. Cohen

[@dnsdnsdns111]

Lot of depth in his voice

[@pattiaustin1808]

With every subsequent viewing I am more and more convinced that this is the most perfect expression of this song ever. Sammy’s voice, inflections, expressions, eyes, all of it is just sublime.

[@bndeyo]

How many moments of comfort and joy have your charming, delightful, endearing great-sounding videos given to people all over the world? I don’t know the answer, but it’s a really big number. I don’t think it’s in your nature to be full of yourself (how do I know that?…I suppose I don’t, but I’m sure of it anyway)…but you’ve sure earned the right to be proud of yourself!

[@gabrielmercado1104]

This is such a beautiful, sad and gentle song, and your version oh boy, just broke my heart. Congratulations, Sammy. And thank you so much for this.

[@stephan123321]

Vielen Dank, deine Stimme ist voller Wärme und Gefühl. Pass auf dich auf und bewahre dir deine Leidenschaft für Musik. Beste Grüße, Stephan

[@lorenzonotarianni1667]

I'm no expert in music but I'm an expert in what I feel be it mistaken or not. I feel that you FEEL the song and lyrics. Not reciting but feeling. Greetings from Italy.

[@billdavis9612]

I'm a fan of Cohen but this song never meant much to me until I heard you sing it. Then I sampled other versions and I just came back to how perfect yours is. Minimalist, melancholy, and quiet, alone in your room, leaning over your guitar like someone leaning over a letter they were writing. Just perfect.

[@blackmarketgoodness5715]

Agreed. This one gets it.

[@jamesbell7220]

I, too, am a fan of the Cohen. A deep fan. I listen to his singing of this one and others every now and then. And covers every now and then. And now this by Sammy Copley. Good heavens. Effortlessly she channels Cohen and, yet, finds a tenderness to the disappointment. Stunning.

[@virginiembarga2796]

I agree…

[@CaptainThunderBalls]

This is genuinely so good Sammy ❤️ Cohen is my favourite musician/artist, so I'm chuffed you're doing more of him. You've even got his picking technique down to a tee. Again, you're amazing, well done👏👏👏

[@ed-rb4bs]

Beautiful cover, gorgeous swells from the guitar and singing too.

[@cornevantonder5903]

This is by far the most beautiful cover of this most beautiful song. Also, exemplifies Cohen's ability to use the simplest language to describe the most complex of situations.

[@spicedo172]

if Cohen could listen to this he would say that he wrote a really beautiful song Congratulations 🖤

[@oisinkk7745]

you, your music, and your channel have come on sm since I last checked you out!! Well deserved man your voice is class ahhhh onwards and upwards fack yea big ups

[@raymondboyle845]

The disarming intimacy and achingly beautiful rendition of this song is...heartbreaking.

[@blaire1559]

I discovered your channel a few weeks ago and it’s been on repeat ever since....you have a beautiful voice that always makes me an emotional mess dude honestly. loved this song

[@alejajm1666]

I thought no version could ever give me the goosebumps Leonard's does. And then I found this.

[@zoemaltese7661]

Before L. Cohen found me, my friend used to sing this with his guitarist friends and it's my favorite .. thanks, you are beautiful too.

[@animedumpster9303]

Wow. Just wow. Your voice just gets more angelic every video. You’ve really helped me through some stuff, and I truly thank you for that. Keep doing what you do Sammy. Never stop.

[@fridaytheadequate8023]

I find so many bops through your covers, not to mention how great your originals are, keep it up!

[@leventem1480]

It's good to know that so many people demand high-quality music content. And how many people get to know these artists (like Leonard Cohen) thanks to your videos. You are an outstanding figure of your generation, be proud of yourself Sammy because what you do is unique!

[@ronaldmcrae4896]

Just discovered you and lost count off how many times I've come back to listen and watch. Singing a song well is important of course but expressing one is an art you have mastered. I marvel watching your mannerisms, inflections and expressions. You sing this with a misery that shouldn't be able to be reached by someone your age. I'm amazed! My all time favorite singer of this song is Eivor and you give her some stiff competition ! Well done!

[@marcos3ltrv6]

Ive lost count of the times Ive listened to your version and it still gives me goose bumps👏👏👏

[@ProfessorChomsky]

Been on my constant songlists for over 40 years and this is an outstsanding renditon, absolutely outstanding xx

[@katiac.8526]

Omg, this is one of my favorite song from L.Cohen - was worried but you did so well ♡

[@baz810]

I found you yesterday. You have an extremely beautiful and expressive voice and your originals are stunning. So well written. I loved this. I would love to hear you sing 'Suzanne' Thank you

[@bimbolo82]

Thought exactly the same when I found her today!

[@ericgriscko9616]

I love your voice and your music. This is on constant rotation and a loved song.

[@kurtledger8243]

Your music... It's just... Wow... I don't know what to say. In 2019. Singing like you do. It's just incredible

[@gilmour1234]

I must've returned to hear this version at least a dozen times. So well done.

[@rubberubertuber]

Love this interpretation. Beautiful song.

[@CleoCat75]

wow, fantastic voice, you are indeed an old soul as some other comments have said, the emotion in your voice and expressions are perfect for this song.

[@blckbrdquitter]

your voice, song, and the way you play guitar make me feel warm and alive in the dead of winter. such sad lyrics, the heartache is tangible. I hope you only are feeling a fraction of it sammy. beautiful new video.

[@ytonaona]

This is very very nice. Beautiful voice, music and feeling. Keep on! For the good of all of us. 🙏

[@jamcalista8747]

U never fail to give me goosebumps LOVE THE SONG, AND THE ONE WHO's SINGING😍 💙.. 😇lots of love from JAMMY!😍 luv u SAMMY❤

[@garykirrage3091]

One of my favourite ever songs. Ashamed to say I've only come across your version tonight . Totally moved me. Thank you

[@noonenoone4580]

Bruhh the chill of his voice makes me so so so calm.

[@yeetmetodamoon0457]

no one no one he is truly incredible

[@aagantuk7370]

Dear god so good

[@Fadilanse]

I came back to this from time to time, I love the picture you painted, I can almost smell the air in the scene you sing, it's so good.

[@chronicdiseasecrusher9486]

Best version I ever heard of this song. You out mastered the master. Thank you

[@Hyraethian]

Your voice rolls and sways in the most beautiful ways. Thank you for sharing it with the world.

[@SebaGuerrero]

Thanks

[@jamesbell7220]

Sammy! WOW! Your take of Cohen is of stunning beauty, utterly personal, illuminating. You took by breath away.

[@gerardmallon6927]

So calming and terrifically magical. ❤

[@tmschwartz6607]

wow...i didn't know this song could have been elevated to this place. SO BEAUTIFUL...every inflection.

[@EricRoss57]

What a lovely rendition of a jewel of a song!

[@lynncohen2897]

Wow! So good

[@jatanjac]

I love your work! It seems like I can really hear the words, meaning of the song. It's a deep, emotional, profound, therapeutical experience, thank you, always 👏👏👏

[@valentineawe8573]

Here and now in 2022. I can't stop listening

[@Andymac1701A]

I have never heard the Cohen version of this song. You sing it so beautifully, thank you.

[@loumac101]

One of my favourite Cohen songs that I’ve also covered. Love it 🎸🎵❤️

[@iacopoantonelli1979]

I listen to music daily, all sort of, and months have passed since the last time music gave me goosebumps, maybe years. This video just played randomly in my headphones while I was working and listening to youtube tonight, and at some point my back literally shaked. It felt like awakening. Thank you.

[@samanehn4544]

The simple and friendly background of the video and your expressions make your covers more than just a "cover".... Thank you for another blessing for my ears

[@clericus9]

Fantastic rendition of this song in all ways-- mood, musicianship, mix. Hats off to you, Sammy.

[@sherryleggett1612]

Wow! You sang Cohens poetry as it should be sung and you helped the listeners understand the poem. Leonard Cohen is a Canadian icon and you did him proud.

[@curtismmichaels]

I shared another of your videos on my Facebook page the other day saying how I saw the same honesty in your artistry as I saw in Leonard Cohen's. I feel validated now.

[@coryelliott7925]

I have been feeling really deppressed lately and ur music is amazing it helps so much thank you

[@yarsheets4572]

This is just wonderful. My favorite cover of this haunting song.

[@lucimarasouza4699]

Sua voz voz é perfeita 👏👏👏, essa musica lembra muito MPB , musica popular Brasileira.

[@GuitarCarnival]

Oh my god... goosebumps all over!!! What a beautiful interpretation... many thanks for your effort! Greetings from Germany

[@freebornjohn6876]

Oh my God! What a beautiful rendition of this song. I just wasn't expecting this.

[@Smegness]

Most very splendid - one of my favourite songs ever and a new favourite version.

[@sweetpslaseman4564]

This ypung person is amazing. One to keep your eye on. Beautiful Sam.

[@thechrysialid]

My mood has settled, as your voice always does, you're a blessing sammy

[@sallybourne4886]

So very beautiful. What an amazingly talented young man.

[@_hyvz_]

your voice is so peaceful

[@MichaelNagle-s3q]

Thank you for the beautiful deep and intelligent presentation. You are wonderful.

[@martinoneil6944]

Thank you for this Sammy! I love this song and that is one of the beautiful rendering I heard!

[@PuffyLandGirl03]

Been studying all day for finals tomorrow, almost forgot it was my birthday. This made my day thank you ✨

[@gauthamlal]

Hey! Happy Birthday!!

[@paula7975]

Happy birthday!!🎉💕

[@PuffyLandGirl03]

Ahh thank you!!

[@quietlysinging5523]

happy belated birthday 💛💛💛

[@71hammyman]

Beg

[@oldsteempunk6728]

So utterly fantastic. Cohen would be pleased.

[@gilmour1234]

I wanted this to go on forever. Brilliant.

[@alexmoraru4288]

this is my favourite cohen songs ! Good job and thank you !

[@ana-zj7vg]

Angels voice

[@saigegibson9295]

congrats on 10 million views!! I'm very happy for you :) also this cover is AMAZING!!!

[@AndiKnittel]

Nice version of this Cohen classic, Sammy. Best wishes, Andi 🙂🎸

[@giovanni1885]

The only event which I wait for every week.

[@jakeommiles]

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing

[@c.mdoeseverything1736]

I cant put into words what your voice sounds like. your voice is the 8th wonder of the world!!

[@EdHead4Lyfe]

Sometimes I wish i could like a video more than once

[@artichocru9393]

l can't get enought of that version the way you sing is so nice

[@helenlizzystewart4908]

BEAUTIFUL

[@nerdbot37]

gah... just stunning.

[@paul101270]

Simply beautiful

[@franciscotineo6027]

Bravo Sammy! Over and over again... you are my best way to end the day. Buenas noches, amigo!

[@123fiona456apple789]

Wow; just now seeing this for the first time. It's an amazing cover. AMAZING. ❤

[@fannykuusniemi9253]

I remember I found your channel exactly a year ago. Your channel has grown and you have advanced so much in doing music! You have also inspired me to do my own music channel one day. Just wanted to say that I love your music

[@pattiaustin1808]

The most emotive performance of this song I’ve ever witnessed. It’s like watching the most perfect impression of this song that there ever was. Thank you, Sammy Copley.

[@columlynch4229]

A ha yeb and I agree with you entirely and hello Patti Austin. In order to give this song justice then it has to come from the heart and Sammy nails it beautifully. Pure raw emotion and not many can pull it off.

[@AnnaMP11]

Just beautiful!

[@kujasan]

Sammy. I got a story to tell you. Once, a few weeks back, i fell to sleep while listening to music. These things happen, i know. But just now, in the new year, i got nothing better to do than watch some old series. And in the current episode, the heroine just lost her husband and was running through the woods. And Leonard Cohen sang and i began to cry. And i just knew, i heard this song before. But not from Leonard. But who was it? My first idea was Ane Brun. But she never covered him. My second guess was this little (yet) unknown wonder with the name of sammy. So i searched for this song. And found it. And now i am hearing it for the first time, really. Thank you.

[@sayantanniyogi]

My god what an amazing voice you have Sammy

[@jackdimonte8896]

My favorite Leonard Cohen song, and you may have done the best cover of it ever!

[@taxidriver340]

Just fantastic!

[@betulpoyraz6949]

You nailed it. Truly amazing.

[@Sara-vk7qq]

This made me so emotional. THANK U.

[@martypalanos2460]

what an old soul Sammy must have. i'm 66yr old hippie and nothing makes me happier than to see a new generation with great musical taste . thank you for putting a smile on my face

[@marcos3ltrv6]

same age as me and I totally agree

[@FreethinkingSecularist]

Just wow!

[@andrewbradford8585]

Blown away ❤