Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen/Jeff Buckley (Cover) - Colm R. McGuinness

[@-Wyrmwoods-]

This cover genuinely gave me chills. My grandfather loved this song and recently passed away but I know he would have loved this. I'm performing it at his funeral, and hearing you has calmed a lot of my anxieties around the entire situation. Thank you for posting this cover Colm, you are truly a blessing to this platform.

[@wickedcabinboy]

@-Wyrmwoods- My condolences on the loss of your grandfather. I absolutely love this song and like you, this version gave me chills. It may be the best version I've heard and I've heard nearly all of them. I'm glad you'll be performing it at his funeral. Would like very much to hear your version.

[@sheilaisaacs981]

what a wonderful thing to do I know he will love it..I am very sorry for you loss

[@cboyce653]

Hope you are doing ok

[@joshualane1417]

I wish you all the strength and courage in this world friend. My grace and fortune guide your path.

[@illkickyouagain]

I'm sorry for your loss, may his soul find peace and may he remember those moments of his life with you and of joy wherever he may go

[@VenomousR0bot]

when I listen to Leonard Cohen's performance of this song, the impression I get is of grief that has almost healed. Whereas this one, the grief seems fresh, and that hit me right in my soul. These scars take time to heal.

[@petenell5807]

That's because Cohens version is about his joy of getting with a women. It's funny how this song gets 'repurposed ' to mean other things to people

[@trinalgalaxy5943]

This is one of those songs that is different for every rendition. some are full of grief and regret, some are full of the promise of a new day, some are full of the freshest pain, or some combination of all.

[@jeffmartin8955]

indeed they do take time to heal. but they they do heal.

[@kennethhummel4409]

When I sang this at my wife’s funeral I took a page from Leonard Cohen. He kept adding verses to the song and encouraged singers to change or add their own verses to the vocals. If you sang all the un official and officially recognized verses you would have a song almost 20 minutes long! So I added my own last verse… A day will come when I stand before he lord of hosts and he will ask me what moved you most? I will say your hallelujah.

[@hobbycathartic]

My father passed away Sunday. I got to spend time with him the day before. I just made it back home finally, sat down and saw this song was out. I listened to this and finally cried. This was beautiful. Thank you.

[@loganhudson9095]

Ashes to ashes dust to dust may he rest in peace and I hoe you prosper

[@illkickyouagain]

I'm sorry for your loss, may his soul find peace wherever it may go

[@gregneidlinger8252]

Put this on in the background while peeling potatoes, and 4:37 made me physically drop what I was doing and say "holy shit". Well done, as always.

[@blurred-antics]

once again with gorgeous control + breath work (plus that insane high note towards the end??). this one felt so raw & vulnerable-exactly how i feel the song should be sung. the "cold and broken"ness of the hallelujah was palpable through the screen. really beautiful work, colm

[@kennethhummel4409]

This is what I sang alone at my wife’s funeral in my poor and broken baritone voice. I kept my promise dear. It’s been 2 years now and still makes me hurt… makes me wish that I never gave up social drinking, a large scotch neat would help about now.

[@Wingchance1]

I'm sorry for your loss.

[@eskild9917]

My condolences.

[@hamoodkorwinhabibike9359]

Wish the best for you, hope things will get better

[@cboyce653]

I hope one day you are able to heal

[@michaeljay4816]

That’s so heavy. Hoping for comfort from God for you in this difficult time.

[@brittanyg533]

Few artists are able to replicate the raw emotion in the song. And you nailed it!

[@cyrocya1]

This is a beautiful cover. Hallelujah is a song that needs to be truly genuine, or it comes off as fake, and this cover just works. Also, the pure range, especially in the last chorus, was amazing

[@Avitus2010]

I found out about this song when I watched the first Shrek cartoon. You plunged me into my childhood. I used to love listening to this song. Thank you so much for this magical song. I'm going to review the cartoon.

[@vincewans1148]

Sir I can't' begin to thank you enough for you singing this. This is one of my mother's favorite songs and I sent her this video. I waited to hear reply before I wrote this. She called me crying and through her tears she told me how beautiful it was and that she loved it, she also wanted me to tell you thank you for recording this song. I can tell you with all honesty that you are one of my favorite singers and this cover is one of the best I have ever heard. Thank you so very much from the bottom of my heart❤. God Bless from Missouri U.S.A

[@H3xx99]

Gorgeous and raw. Just like this song ought to be.

[@RomBombadil]

Chills from the first words, brother bear. Absolutely a beautiful cover of a masterpiece song, this was anything but a cold and broken Hallelujah. Cheers mate, hope you and yours are having a most excellent New Year

[@Lawry_illustrations]

I have had an absolutely awful start into 2024, but you posting a video this week has made me happy again! Thank you for all you do Colm.

[@robertdiers1356]

I am sure 2024 will be your year and whatever troubles you may have youll overcome

[@disgruntledgentleman4519]

I’m sure things will pick up for ya soon, friend. Wishing you all the best.

[@Sorchia56]

Wishing you the best from here on out. Keep listening to this gorgeous song to hold you up. Sending blessings 🍀💚

[@natethegnat1659]

what a set of pipes on this handsome lad. Not just super low all the time, but chillingly high and resonant as well! Bravo!

[@felixvenne-deshaies2926]

hard to pay hommage to cohen, buckley and john cale all in one fell swoop. breathtaking.

[@Hyreia]

This used to be the one song to make me just start weeping no matter where I was. It has a lot of sentimentality and bitter emotions for me. I thought I worked past that from listening to it over and over. It all came flooding back.

[@PatR2243]

OMG Colm, I'm in love with your cover of one of my favorite songs of all time. Leonard Cohen would be thrilled hearing this.

[@PiedPiperProjects]

I think it'd be kinda of interesting to see an Irish/Celtic-style arrangement of this.

[@MarinaMontserrat]

There is a Catalan cover❤ by Gerard Quintana, leader of a well known old pop rock band Sopa de Cabra, from Girona (not Barcelona😅)

[@thespartanamongus1121]

This song is the last one my grandpa sang before he passed away a week before Christmas 2019. It forever will have a special place in my heart, and to this day almost 5 years later I still find myself tearing up and breaking down every time I hear this song. I miss you, Grandpa... fly high.

[@Sorchia56]

Chills and tears are running silently running down my face. Sheer raw beauty and perfection! Your talent is unlimited. 🍀💚

[@beneverending]

I just can't. It's so heartbreaking. This may be my most favorite rendition of the one of my most favorite songs. Literally brought tears to my eyes. I love it, Colm. You're brilliant.

[@Salt_EE]

Lyrics: Well I've heard there was a secret chord That David played and it pleased the Lord But you don't really care for music, do you? Well it goes like this The fourth, the fifth, the minor fall and the major lift The baffled king composing Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Well your faith was strong but you needed proof You saw her bathing on the roof Her beauty and the moonlight overthrew ya She tied you to her kitchen chair And she broke your throne and she cut your hair And from your lips she drew the Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah But baby I've been here before I've seen this room and I've walked this floor You know, I used to live alone before I knew ya And I've seen your flag on the marble arch And love is not a victory march It's a cold and it's a broken Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Well there was a time when you let me know What's really going on below But now you never show that to me do ya But remember when I moved in you And the holy dove was moving too And every breath we drew was Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Maybe there's a God above But all I've ever learned from love Was how to shoot somebody who outdrew ya And it's not a cry that you hear at night It's not somebody who's seen the light It's a cold and it's a broken Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah

[@abigailsmith9245]

So many different renditions of this song and this is definitely my new favorite. I absolutely love this

[@vickismallwood2082]

Praise God for a blessed song. Fantastic job.

[@aldude9511]

This feels like Leonard Cohen and Jeff Buckley doing a duet. I would love to hear the two tones come together on a final chorus.

[@dorothyrosenberg1301]

I’ve loved your voice since discovering your performances. This particular rendition of one of my favorite songs is the most incredible, amazing display of your range, talent, and power. Thank you for this heartfelt, expressive moment of sheer beauty.

[@Lawry_illustrations]

Beautifully done! Great work as always, Colm ❤

[@valeriemaechler2981]

Vous ne chantez pas seulement avec votre (merveilleuse incroyable hypnotique) voix, mais aussi avec votre coeur, avec vos tripes, avec votre âme, et sûrement aussi des trucs qu'on n'a pas encore découvert dans le corps humain !

[@ginaseawright7450]

Extraordinary Brother🌹 Absolutely Excellent & Super Beautiful!! ALL GLORY TO GOD ALWAYS AND FOREVER🕊️

[@f.frederickskitty2910]

The man with the silver tongue knocks it out of the ballpark once again. That was beautiful. Thanks for the gift cousin. ❤

[@Herysael]

Your voice is pure perfection. My dear, please don’t ever stop singing. NEVER! ❤️

[@cloverbeespring5416]

It's the most beautiful version of this song I have ever heard. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent with us, Colm. 😊🕊🥰

[@sharendonnelly7770]

What a range! Chill bumps!

[@fde7]

I don't think there are any words that can describe how amazing and emotive his voice is. I'm in awe

[@brahmpayton334]

Have you been saving this up until you weren't absolutely terrified to post it? It's so easy to get wrong. But this is you, and that is what it needs to be. Well done.

[@camillaboe]

Best version ever!

[@JonahIronstone]

That was stunning. You have such range, and your voice suits the song perfectly. Thank you for this.

[@elycejade]

This was honestly so beautiful. I listen to the version you did with Caleb, Thomas, Jonathan and Dan a few years ago. It’s lovely to hear you do the whole song. Thank you for this ☺️🩵

[@alvpyrola]

This has lately become one of those songs that makes me have to pause whatever game I'm playing, because I bawl my eyes out every time I hear it.

[@jokepart1803]

lyrics [Verse 1] Well I heard there was a secret kord That David played, and it pleased the Lord But you don't really care for music, do ya? Well it goes like this, the fourth, the fifth The minor fall and the major lift The baffled king composing "Hallelujah" [Chorus] Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah [Verse 2] Well, your faith was strong but you needed proof You saw her bathing on the roof Her beauty and the moonlight overthrew ya And she tied you to her kitchen chair And she broke your throne and she cut your hair And from your lips she drew the Hallelujah [Chorus] Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah [Verse 3] Well, baby, I've been here before I've seen this room and I've walked this floor You know, I used to live alone before I knew ya And I've seen your flag on the marble arch And love is not a victory march It's a cold and it's a broken Hallelujah [Chorus] Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah [Verse 4] Well, there was a time when you let me know What's really going on below But now you never show that to me, do ya? But remember when I moved in you And the holy dove was moving too And every breath we drew was Hallelujah [Chorus] Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah [Instrumental] [Verse 5] Maybe there's a God above But all I've ever learned from love Was how to shoot somebody who outdrew ya And it's not a cry that you hear at night It's not somebody who's seen the light It's a cold and it's a broken Hallelujah [Chorus] Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah

[@sammichyo4993]

This song was written for you to sing, Colm. Absolutely breathtaking.

[@grahamthomas9319]

Love the falsetto! Apparently you can do everything 😂 4:30 till end should be a short! You’d draw people in like moths to a flame!

[@poisonsumc7426]

Amen!

[@Adottir]

That was impressive but I was even more impressed about the flawlessly delivered lowest notes.

[@stephanietodd4105]

This song was a huge part of my childhood, I remember watching my parents dance in the kitchen to Leonard Cohen, it's some of my happiest memories. You did a wonderful cover. Absolutely bravo Colm :)

[@TheVtpics]

I love Leonard Cohen but my God you melt my heart with that voice and emotional rendition. I am in love 🥰

[@bethbaskett3]

Colm, that was absolutely gorgeous from beginning to end. Those notes were insane. Thank you!

[@yeetfleet7326]

This is no song for just the enjoyment of it, it heals the heart, brings back loved ones, and gives us back a moment we miss dearly. Be strong those who need it most you’ll make it

[@nunyabusiness979]

One of the best baratone voices I have ever heard. Thank you!

[@xxalbatraozxx]

this song literally made me cry. Your voice is genuinely amazing, beautiful, gorgeous, and gentle. I’m sensitive for beautiful things, and so I was sensitive to this song, to your voice. Thank you for bringing me tears of beauty.❤

[@LtGhost-tb3kq]

Not even a minute in yet and it’s already passed me expectations. Love ya, Colm - stay handsome, mate.

[@erikrobertson1228]

Outstanding!!!

[@endreverland811]

Wow, awesome in the old meaning of the word. the range of your voice is so impressive, thank you for sharing this beautiful cover with the world.

[@poisonsumc7426]

lovely... just... lovely... thank you for this gift...

[@fringepersonKay]

Gorgeous. Just... beautiful sound. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us all here.

[@Reddeadrobin1]

Oh, Colm, that was so beautiful 😍. You brought me to tears. I love your voice and music, but this one is so far beyond beautiful. Thank you so much. Sending you much love.

[@DJefferson89]

Oh I’ve been waiting for this one 👏 🎉 🙌

[@motherofbears4159]

Oh my, absolutely love your voice!!! Beautiful and haunting song, one of my favorites, and your cover is gorgeous!!! Thank you Colm, from the bottom of my heart. 😍💚💚

[@TizonaAmanthia]

already on my faves playlist but stil had to relisten 3 times, just...so good. love melancholy songs like this so dang much.

[@Nany_lmahp]

Absolument magnifique ❤

[@debbiestuckey2239]

Beautiful ! ❤

[@sheriroberts2954]

Full of heart and emotion. Thank you. Magnificent.

[@WearilyCorrect]

Beautiful version of this beautiful song.

[@traxathon4464]

Might be one of the best covers of the song out there, and there are a lot of covers of this song. Bravo sir, truly.

[@TheCreepypro]

one of the best versions of this song!

[@encyclopediajack]

why is this song so nostalgic? it makes me feel sad, happy, hopeful, glad of all the wholesome events in my life, and makes me think of my childhood friends.... 🥲

[@parkerbrown-nesbit1747]

Chills. Tears. Awesome (in every sense of the word).

[@Murasai82]

Absolutely the best rendition of this song I've ever heard! Well done, Sir! God Bless!!!

[@michelle_sea_view]

Very deep sound at the start, in-between and at the end. I must say very interesting and Great 🤔

[@CreatingKate2.0]

My goodness, Colm. So beautiful ❤️

[@sylviaranger7073]

Amazing ❤

[@MightyTachikoma]

Your voice is just so stunning. Every single time, I get tingles. So much emotion.

[@123jer0me321]

cant be said enough, the vocal range you have is astounding

[@jopa24601]

Christ be glorified. Hallelujah.

[@Mr_T_Badger]

Yup, I knew I was going to cry.

[@HistorytheShortStory]

Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" is a masterpiece born from struggle and continuous revision. He started writing it in 1984, laboriously filling notebooks with verses exploring themes of love, faith, and doubt. The song initially met with indifference when included on his album Various Positions, which Columbia Records famously rejected. A cover by John Cale in 1991, followed by a stripped-down version by Jeff Buckley in 1994, slowly brought the song into the spotlight. Today, countless interpretations exist, cementing it as a modern classic - a testament to Cohen's profound songwriting and the song's enduring ability to resonate deeply with listeners. Secondary Source: Geller, Dan, and Dayna Goldfine. Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song. Sony Pictures Classics, 2022.

[@loudmouthandrea]

Omg I have chills. It's a beautiful version. Xxxx

[@heideknight9122]

You convey so much emotion. Well done.

[@terrilynch4888]

A beautiful rendition of a Cohen classic. And to do it in so many octaves! Incredible...

[@cjam5881]

My husband and I were speechless when we listened to this. I don't know what to say except this is just so stunning.

[@VolkStoprocentnij]

The best cover of this song, seriously. Great job.🔥👍

[@evelyntanswell3311]

This made me cry! Brought back all my feelings of loss after my husband died. ❤ Beautiful!

[@kobitz9001]

This makes me unreasonably happy. Thank you so much for doing this Colm.

[@trincywalker7497]

CHILLS 😎 such beauty!!! I just can't get enough of colms voice. The flow of his voice with his music choice is like ship to a stranded person. I hope to hear many more additive songs for years to come.

[@leekestner1554]

Wow! Just Wow!!!!!

[@objectreborn.artsewing]

This song has a special place in my heart. I waited awhile before I listened to this one, after being into some other extremely handsome Colm tracks. I knew this one would require solitude and respite. It would require the privacy of pausing, and walking away. I hoped that you did something special, and you did, and it was at the right places and at the right times. I had to pause and take breaths. But we're here now, Irish daddy-o. Cheers 🩵✌️

[@ashessings]

So incredibly stunning👏👏👏

[@cryptic_kay]

Absolutely beautiful! Almost started crying in the middle of class lol. I hope one day he tours so I can have a chance to hear his music live

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm8002]

Just wow

[@prufrocklives]

thank you: for giving Cohen the credit he deserves, and for treating this song the way it ought to be.

[@PrimusGladius]

The range you command is remarkable and leaves me speechless. Bravo

[@bozenagulla4931]

Colm, you are absolutely great! Fantastic voice ❤

[@MacedonZero]

This has always been one of my favorite songs. Thank you for making such a lovely cover of it!

[@thienpool]

4:38 the roar ! ARRRRGHHH OMG !

[@Nyusha_Archive]

It's an insanely beautiful cover, though, all you ever get is a magic cover, dear Colm! Thank you for the beautiful, high notes, thank you for your beautiful voice and for this wonderful cover. Under this wonderful cover, you can fall asleep and imagine the most beautiful and tender plots, thank you, Colm 🙏

[@arttops2563]

Divine!

[@Tymonello]

awesome

[@FusR0hD4h]

This is incredible, well done. The tone and the range are amazing and add so much to this song.

[@Flamus_12_]

Incredible work as always colm

[@pnxelectrical]

Those bass notes hit on another level!

[@AYoutubechannel1448]

I like this..cool.

[@alexispickett91]

Wow!!!!! This is one of my favorite songs ever! I've heard a lot of covers, but none has come close to what you just sang!