Leonard Cohen - You Want It Darker (Audio)

[@anner.413]

"I struggled with some demons, they were middle-class and tame." never heard human tragedy being expressed more poetically.

[@maxwellschmidt235]

I think the key to reading the song is there and the following line "I never knew I had permission to murder and to maim". The song may rely heavily on religious imagery, but I find it much more humanist.

[@maxwellschmidt235]

@@anner.413 I take it more as linked to the previous line, condemning those who permit attrocity. While the rest of the song goes straight to the god who permits evil, these two lines go to the church within a capitalist realist world.

[@cill521]

@@anner.413 What you are describing isn't freedom, freedom has no consequences. If you get punished for murder and maiming, you had no permission in the first place. Leonard struggled with his treatment of woman. His adultery. His not wanting to commit to the one. "I didnt know I had permission to murder and to maim" is sad really. Black. No Leonard saw it with both eyes, something many including you (Anne) will never see. He had permission to murder and to maim, truly without consequence. His self doubt was for nothing.

[@ozu2647]

@Wasp Factory I’m not sure it was this huge classist jab, more his own confession. The man was raised in a very jewish middle class home in canada during the Holocaust. Kind of puts your problems in perspective growing in the shadow of that

[@AnnaLVajda]

@@ozu2647 well better to be in Canada than Germany during the holocaust.

[@CleetoMange]

At the age of 83, with terminal cancer, he created the greatest album of his life.

[@emmanuellouis899]

Give all the happiness you have

[@CleetoMange]

I saw a nephew of mine and his wife recently. They asked what I'd been up to. I said, "Have you heard Leonard Cohen's last album?" His wife said, "I like Cohen." I said, " With terminal cancer, at the age of 83, I think he's made the greatest album of his life." My brother-in-law said, "Sounds like fun." But my nephew and his wife nodded in solemn accordance.

[@adonaiyah2196]

​@@CleetoMangetell your story roald Dahl

[@CleetoMange]

It's true. I told my young nephew and his new wife the same thing. Both fans but neither had heard of this album. The greatest final album by any modern artist. A masterpiece. His son deserves a lot of credit. The Stones should've ended it with Lonesome and Blue. Not that that's relevant.

[@gailpinto4571]

The opposite of peaking in high school.

[@highlordxeleth]

"A million candles burning for the love that never came." Damn. This one cuts deep.

[@leegibson18]

What's crazy is it a religious reference saying a million prayers to God went unanswered.

[@teaz3139]

@@christywright3430 @Christy Wright Bro, Cohen was Jewish but he didn't believe that one bit. The candles likely represent the souls of the million who died in Auschwitz, which was controversially never bombed.

[@Freecell82]

@DanOfTheWild Imagine fucking justifying not stopping the holocaust

[@lizardkid666]

“magnifed, sanctified be that holy name

[@eleruces7722]

@DanOfTheWild it wasn't the Jews who killed Jesus? It was the Romans

[@carillonberlin5424]

When Cohen's flame was extinguished the world became darker. But the spirit of his beautiful music and wisdom of his profound poetry will continue to console us as it accompanies us on our journey through the deepest darkness of the human soul and the endless universe.

[@joyceleentvaar]

❤

[@galaxykai]

Dank dir du Guter für deine weisen Worte!

[@druginducedfeverdream1613]

"They're lining up the prisoners, and the guards are taking aim; I've struggled with some demons, they were middle class and tame. I didn't know I had permission to murder and to maim." That has got to be the most raw verse I have ever heard in my entire life.

[@1Galacticweek]

Prophetic

[@oneer8435]

It's happened b4 and will happen again. (Soon)

[@slxyerxo]

There a lot out there

[@Morning-doom]

The ultimate poet

[@LiliWhyte]

Can't go wrong with Leonard, our beautiful poet R.I.P.

[@Dvornik01]

You never die. You just changed a dimension.

[@larrylinn8589]

Well said!

[@pebbled4529]

👍

[@1227norton]

Gabor Dvornik In Buddhism there is no birth or death.

[@pinochiob]

Never die, never

[@michaellyons810]

couldn't have put it better myself

[@ESSwiftOfficial]

God - How deep would you like your voice? Leonard Cohen - *Yes*

[@l1585]

wasn't his voice higher before like in kzbin.info/www/bejne/qafMpXh7pa5jbac

[@heulveul4075]

couldn't resist laughing out loud.

[@lizb1489]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Raz337]

Some say his first love lost her virginity just from him whispering in her ear.

[@muhammadrifqi7308]

@@l1585 he took up smoking and then his voice went two octaves lower. Personally i found his deep voice to fit much better with his often bleak, defeatist lyrics. It gave him this tired-and-don't-care persona of an aging old man.

[@smnoy23]

May his memory be a blessing.

[@sipho6013]

This song was pretty badass when I discovered it. Once I found out the singer was in his 80s and died a few weeks after its release, the badass levels broke the scales. What a way to go out. RIP Leonard Cohen 🙌🏾

[@paulajennings3727]

He will never die through his brilliant music

[@johnorson6907]

This whole album is incredible. Listen to this one and “the future” if you want to have a life changing experience

[@d.7611]

He fell in his sleep.

[@lizdefelice9591]

Speehless!!! I just heard a part of this song on the "walking dead" something made me search part of the lyric & it's just a bad tune all the way around!!! Rip

[@lizdefelice9591]

I also have 2 brothers in prison for murder & I'm printing out these lyrics & mailing it to them both!!! Maybe they can find PEACE from this song......

[@GrowLLLTigeRRR]

It is darker here without you Mr. Cohen. RIP

[@GoldcoastSurfCam]

"Leonard Cohen was a really good musician" -Sun Tzu

[@harissonmichael4530]

ahahahahha

[@romans724saintsfan5]

"Lol"- Sun Tzu

[@paulhornsey-pennell1931]

"what he said" the buddha

[@rhynici7330]

aye that'd be true

[@amazake1252]

"I really love his music hallelujah when he talks about me, it was an honor, truly an honor" -David

[@jordanj190]

I just heard this song for the first time in my life yesterday and I’m glad I found it. This is a masterpiece. I admire the courage & vulnerability Leonard showed here. He knew the end was near & he faced it with strength, bravery and unflinching acceptance. May he rest in peace & his legacy live on🙏🏾

[@robbonaiuto3501]

Check out his Everybody Knows.

[@Susan-p4j]

Hear hear!!❤

[@briankelly85]

Do not stand at my gave and weep I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow.I am the sunlight On the ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn’s rain.When you awaken in the morning hush, I am the swift uplifting rushof quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night.Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there. I did not die.My Spirit is still alive…

[@davidcarroll9984]

brian kelly

[@cramgal]

brian kelly s

[@Pudazukka]

This beautiful Poem is from Mary Elisabeth Frye

[@michaelafellner6029]

Beautiful words, brian kelly.

[@Romper45]

Why you put that "My spirit is still alive..." on the end? It's not in the original poem and it's awful.

[@camabelu1]

This last album is his goodbye. Leonard Cohen will be with us always and I take great solace in that, though right now I'm just sad. My tears flow and I'm grateful you were here Mr. Cohen. And that you cared so much you took the time to say goodbye to us all.

[@mosheshimony9664]

camabelu e

[@papazsolt]

words are mine

[@lisalebrija9455]

I am so sad too.... :-(

[@rebent1016]

I feel the same way . And you have said it better than I could ...

[@ZOKOPROKO]

I AM SAD TOO . BUT DON T BE SAD , HE IS REACHMAN , BOB MARLEY SEYS .. REACHNEST IS LIFE FCOREVER...

[@dumbleboy]

If you are the dealer, I'm out of the game If you are the healer, it means I'm broken and lame If thine is the glory then mine must be the shame You want it darker We kill the flame Magnified, sanctified, be thy holy name Vilified, crucified, in the human frame A million candles burning for the help that never came You want it darker Hineni, hineni I'm ready, my lord There's a lover in the story But the story's still the same There's a lullaby for suffering And a paradox to blame But it's written in the scriptures And it's not some idle claim You want it darker We kill the flame They're lining up the prisoners And the guards are taking aim I struggled with some demons They were middle class and tame I didn't know I had permission to murder and to maim You want it darker Hineni, hineni I'm ready, my lord Magnified, sanctified, be thy holy name Vilified, crucified, in the human frame A million candles burning for the love that never came You want it darker We kill the flame If you are the dealer, let me out of the game If you are the healer, I'm broken and lame If thine is the glory, mine must be the shame You want it darker Hineni, hineni Hineni, hineni I'm ready, my lord Hineni Hineni, hineni Hineni..

[@junewilde]

Thanks

[@alexess999]

thanks for printing out the words - this is dark and one of Leo's depressing best......

[@gloriabeckham9872]

keith sweat good love

[@יהודיתרוזנר-ה5כ]

THANKS FOR THE LYRICS/

[@jeannegagnaux7344]

Thank you very much for the texte.

[@deedee7733]

If anyone wants to know what old age feels like, listen to Cohen's later work. It's poignant, sad, angry and beautiful. My late father loved his music, I'm so sorry I didn't get it at the time.

[@DreamfactoryZero]

This is the first time I've ever heard a Leonard Cohen song. Woah...

[@bobbyguzman2570]

You've definitely heard his work before. He wrote songs like Hallelujah, So Long Marrianne, Suzanne.

[@stickydavis]

You owe it to yourself to listen to his first three studio albums - they're all masterpieces

[@samwallaceart288]

Also "Dance Me to the End of Love" is a popular one among indie performers. The Civil Wars did a good cover of it.

[@Jacob32905]

O oo man...get ready.

[@celticbird2398]

Oh dude, good for you, seriously man. I remember first being exposed to Leonard Cohen music, it was amazing. If you use Spotify, I highly recommend you check out the albums "Songs of Leonard Cohen" (his debut album) and "I'm Your Man." Hope you like them man. The beauty of living in the modern age of instant information at your finger tips is the amount of music from yesteryear you can listen to within seconds.

[@mantra56]

American Gods brought me here. Can't believe I've missed out on this all these years.

[@3067jon]

snap

[@kostasrompokas]

I just watched the episode and searched for the song immediately

[@grief101f2]

yea same here heard it and had to find it. :)

[@andreeaioana03]

Same... Leave it for American gods to deliver!! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@nishantsingh9780]

Who was that predator guy??

[@lindadote]

Cohen's flame will NEVER die, even his cigarette is burning.

[@lyndseycohen6224]

I believe you.

[@timmaloney6739]

this cat still had it going on..amazing artist..

[@lindadote]

Tim Maloney ......he surely did. I didn’t get to see him until 2010 and even in older age, the man was truly spectacular. I’ve loved Leonard for almost 50 years and his voice on this album is so rich and beautiful, aged to absolute perfection. If you’re not familiar with his work, I can’t recommend the man highly enough. We often hear of “Suzanne” and “So Long Marianne” etc. and while lovely, there are countless lesser-known gems. Should you care to explore Leonard a little, here’s a few off the top of my head.... “One Of Us Cannot Be Wrong” (an early personal favourite), “Last Year’s Man” , “Mastersong” (truly brilliant lyrics) “The Gypsy’s Wife” through to the somewhat startling “The Future” and so very much more. Leonard released many fine albums over the years (as well as books of Poetry) ending with this beauty. I love pretty much everything the man ever did.

[@sabrinajohnson8537]

Day *365* of listening to this song everyday for a year. Thanks to everyone who has followed me on this long, incredible journey of listening to this fine masterpiece by Mr. Cohen. This song has touched and shaped me for who i am today and it will forever sit deeply in my heart . I will continue to cherish my love for this song and praise the legendary Leonard Cohen. Thank you and till next time.

[@Depth.Endeavor]

Wow...

[@lornes9853]

What made you decide to listen to this particular song every day for a year?

[@sabrinajohnson8537]

@@lornes9853 I found this song while researching Leonard Cohen and fell in love with it. I listened to it for weeks until i challenged myself to do it everyday for a year. This song relaxes me and is an escape mechanism for me. I will always listen to it.

[@lornes9853]

@@sabrinajohnson8537 I wouldn't have described the song as relaxing, but I'm glad it had a positive effect for you! By the way, I worked on this song so my relationship with it is different and personal. Another story, another time....

[@rossmcclelland9159]

Yeh, well said. Any song that makes you contemplate it all is well thought out. Gives me chills!

[@watchdealer11]

I feel like he is singing inside my brain. RIP. Cohen, you were legend who will be missed!

[@couplakooks]

Shh, he is. ;-)

[@TheEpicBee1111]

+Ana Spann he's singing inside all of our brains now.

[@deborahlynch980]

yes he is

[@watchdealer11]

Deborah Lynch RIP

[@hubbitut]

ending on video at www.rollingstone.com/music/news/leonard-cohen-dead-at-82-w449792 says it all ... R I P

[@barbaramacarthur5883]

They called his music “Songs to slit your wrists to!” but the fascinating Leonard Cohen, was my favourite poet, singer-song-writer and personality. I never liked poetry, but Leonard Cohen's poems were an exception. I was never a music lover but his songs were an exception. His words reflected his turbulent life. He could be so soulful thoughtful, even dark and depressive but with a unique and striking sense of humour. I never met him but I just loved the man.

[@katerinakable]

Ι totally agree with you!!!!!!!!

[@lindadote]

Barbara MacArthur.........whereas I have always loved poetry and music and indeed Leonard Cohen. As a girl, I was ridiculed for listening to the "depressing" Cohen, I'm so glad I've never listened to "knockers", I adore everything LC has ever done. And yes, I think many folk miss the fact that Leonard's sense of humour was exquisite.

[@Jrock420blam]

“Songs to slit your wrists to" doesn't mean it in the literal sense but it means his music makes you look deep inward down to the dark places of our minds that we don't like to go.

[@lindadote]

Jrock420blam ......oh, I assure you it was meant in the strictest sense, at least in my experience. In my youth, I only knew *one* other person who enjoyed Cohen’s material, *everyone* else (without exception) mocked me regards my “awful, depressing, suicidal music”. Now all these years later, Leonard is gone and everyone *loves* the man, people are fickle.

[@savannahevans8988]

The lyric "Everything as a Crack; that's how the light gets in" is what has KEPT me from slitting my wrists at times!!

[@frankmartin7700]

RIP LEONARD COHEN, WHAT IRONY TO HAVE ONE OF YOUR BEST SONGS CLIMBING THE CHARTS AS YOU EXIT ....STAGE RIGHT . !!!! THANK YOU FOR A UNIVERSE OF MUSIC AND POETRY .

[@zzcanasta]

Absolutely agree. It's rare to find such a combination of artistry, humility, humour and humanity in a performer, and we are diminished by his passing. Thanks for the memories - as he wrote in a letter to Marianne when she was dying - 'I'll see you down the road'...

[@lucian57]

Frank, I do not think it is an irony. On the contrary it is a form of art: the art of going out YOUR way. Just a thought. God must be really angry with us this week. :-(

[@FancyKerbloops]

He did what he loved, giving and inspiring until his final days. I don't know if that's how he would've chosen to spend them, but I know it's something that I'll always remember of him.

[@juanorgen344]

Leonard Cohen was recalled to higher service. Endless thanks for allowing us to share the time and music with him.

[@beingbettertoday]

No higher service, just in a deep sleep until he can share his music with humans once again under better earthly conditions and with perfect health. (Isaiah 26:19)

[@azed1685]

A true Cohenim. What a talent!

[@lucamaresci5809]

I woke up soon today, i did my morning meditation, i ate my breakfast, and then i open Facebook. All the positivity i have reached, disappeared when i read about leonard cohen's death. I start to cry, the tears were falling from my eyes and i can't stopped them. I told my father about this, trying to make my voice less trembling than i can. I went in my bedroom and i felt my face burning, with hot tears falling. I was full of pain, i sighed slowly, i dried my wet eyes and go to school, with all this negativity. Now i'm fine, because he left many beatiful things to us, because death is the most natural thing on this earth and because i think he did the best with his life. Thank you Leonard you changed my still short life.

[@tomaspraestholm]

He passed away at a ripe age, surrounded by loved ones, with a fantastic career and impact on many, many people's lives. It's all anyone can hope for. :)

[@Briooiuou]

Luca Maresci i send you love. thank you for taking the time to share. i have felt the same

[@lucamaresci5809]

I, Kruppe it's just the way I felt

[@giselethibeault8771]

Luca Maresci, thank you for sharing. I reacted the same way as you did and I keep watching videos of him on KZbin and reading articles on him, and it hurts so much. This beautiful, gentle, tormented soul is gone and my heart is broken.

[@lucamaresci5809]

Gisèle Thibeault I'm doing the same, for example now i'm in love with the video of "In my secret life" and with old concerts version of "Suzanne" and "Take this waltz". And i can't stay without listening to the album "New skin for the old cerimony", songs like "Field commander cohen" and "A singer must die" are so powerful to me

[@catherinerobilliard7662]

"I'm ready my Lord" RIP Leonard Cohen.

[@JakeBrannan5499]

his voice is so deep, it's absolutely mesmerizing

[@lyrimetacurl0]

Anyone can talk like that. You just kind of let your trachea flap (rather than using the actual voice box).

[@----.__]

@@lyrimetacurl0 You're delusional. Talking raspy does not make your voice sound as deep, it just makes you sound like you've got vocal fry!

[@vishnu2407]

@@lyrimetacurl0 his voice has always been very deep, and it's one of his trademarks

[@ear2thestreets945]

@@lyrimetacurl0 smh

[@sofiax8188]

I love his voice

[@margaretadamek753]

Me and my husband started to listening our wonderful poet / singer in 1985 . The same year when our son was born. And we still admire him and his poems

[@CroatianSense]

Word. Is . Born

[@davejones1207]

The darkest of weeks. Leonard, even your exit was poetic.

[@mousse251]

Today is a very sad day for me. I loved you since i was a teenager. You'll remain in my memory forever! RIP Leonard.

[@SungazerDNB]

It must be great to know you are finished :) Don't feel sad

[@GERARDDEVRED]

I arrive Leonardo, be patient it will not be long.

[@jackbtesh6298]

This song was released 17 days before he past away. Very deep and very poetic

[@ataqueparoxistico]

I'm ready, my Lord

[@SoftPetals37]

Beautiful... Just beautiful. ❤

[@helenisvi-moshe2747]

This song is a Jewish confession before death. In Judaism, it is customary before death to hold a confession and admit transgressions about the mitzvot of do and don't do according to the word of God. It is so deep that I understand the use of the word darker. At the end of the confession he says the word "Here I am" in Hebrew which means - "I am ready" or "I accept". This is a completely Jewish text with reference to the Jewish Kaddish prayer for the deads. Jesus was also Jewish, therefore the crucified in a human frame, describes the human soul that wants to live imprisoned inside a human body and wants to be freed.

[@Mjao519]

Thank you! 🙏

[@firewarrior5828]

This mans voice is haunting. I love it.

[@dawnpetrich6745]

Leonard was honest and deep. I understand him well. I hope he is blessed on th other side

[@josettetoscan654]

Passion pour cet homme, sa voix, ses chansons,. C'est un immense cadeau pour l'humanité. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@darkenmdm]

Another settlement needs your help. Here, I'll mark it in the map.

[@lolololol5172]

The depth of this song. Knowing his time was coming and he was just getting prepared as he was looking for his Jewish roots. Hinanie hinanie I am ready my lord. This mad was made of good. No one will ever the ability to duplicate his lyrics. May he rest in peace!

[@lolololol5172]

Man*

[@frenkosbakk3926]

josh anderson it's fantastic. Spesial the meaning between words

[@Ibshits]

If you are the dealer I'm out of the game If you are the healer I'm broken and lame If thine is the glory Then mine must be the shame You want it darker We kill the flame Magnified and sanctified Be Thy Holy Name Vilified and crucified In the human frame A million candles burning For the help that never came You want it darker We kill the flame Hineni Hineni I'm ready, my Lord There's a lover in the story But the story's still the same There’s an lullaby for suffering And a paradox to blame But it’s written in the scriptures And it’s not some idle claim You want it darker We kill the flame They’re lining up the prisoners now The guards are taking aim I struggled with some demons They were middle-class and tame Didn’t know I had permission To murder and to maim You want it darker We kill the flame Hineni Hineni I'm ready, my Lord Magnified and sanctified Be Thy Holy Name Vilified and crucified In the human frame A million candles burning For the love that never came You want it darker We kill the flame If you are the dealer I'm out of the game If you are the healer I'm broken and lame If thine is the glory Then mine must be the shame You want it darker We kill the flame Hineni Hineni I'm ready, my Lord

[@ApolinaryPOlekPiosenki]

"I'm ready, my Lord" - that's the last line. Thank you for typing the lyrics!

[@thereselevy2621]

Hineni Hineni I'm ready my Lord

[@Ibshits]

Indeed, thank you

[@jdjehesj]

הינני הינני I'm ready my Lord

[@soldtobediers]

+Васи́лий K. Поблагодарить его, for having the lyrics so close at hand... It helps really tie the song together like "The Dude's Rug." -gilpin 9-23-16

[@marchpierre-michel6058]

He left us 7 years ago , on november 7th and we still miss him so much. I was lucky enough to hear him at the very beginning, in 1972, in a university gymnasium in Montpellier..... there were several hundred of us, sitting on the floor, and it was the beginning of a discovery that would never end. Thank you for everything you've given us, Léonard.

[@TJBtheonly]

This beat is fire

[@orangeaid]

🚫

[@abw48]

Nobody like him before and Im sure nobody like him after he is gone, an original first class gentleman. merci.

[@TSPH1992]

And a amazing poet

[@rkSYDbarrett]

Now he's gone. And you're still right, I think. And I am still so grateful. So sad, so grateful.

[@ehgoksor]

He's a part of the Old School, that we can never replace. Nobody can sing like him. I don't know.. Like, what the hell are we going to do know ? Leonard is gone.. And with him, a part of the music generation that, kept it going, no matter what. There were no talking about, quitting while on top. Taking a break. i actually believe, that his song, was his way of telling us that this was his last piece of art. He knew he were dying, and this was his way of telling us.. By making one hell of a good album. So many childhood memories with his music. Damn it ! R.I.P Leonard. #SoLong Hineni, Hineni I'm ready, my lord..

[@TSPH1992]

Man. This sure is the year of The Grim Reaper

[@ehgoksor]

Yeah man, you're absolutely right. Started the year with losing a friend to Suicide, and now this. Fucking hell. Fuck this year, let 2017 come..

[@veraduerga]

he said, "I am Here", and didn't say "I'm gone".....he's still here somewhere and in our Hearts forever....the "Flame is still here"......it's Leonard.....

[@sonicfoxxmusic4281]

Nicely put...delicately put...PERFECT comment. Leaving a body of work is a great way to live forever.

[@greyler7895]

fucking cringe

[@Pluto102]

Vera Scroggins he said"I'm here" to the That means he was ready for the DEATH

[@waynewilson9691]

The world is much darker without Leonard Cohen. The flame died.!

[@ghostrider2664]

Holy shit. Ok for those that dont know. Hineni in Hebrew means "here i am", and its a powerful statement. It can mean many serious things depending on who youre saying it to. A very biblical phrase. You can look it up and learn all about it. This song is FUCKING amazing. Especially.....for the present day. Leonard Cohen was a visionary. Unfortunately he didnt envision a bright future. Unfortunately, its starting to look like he was right. :/

[@iedenwall3414]

In a world where success seems to be more about "brand" ... "niche" ...and "marketing strategy," Leonard rose above it all. He wrote his soul on a piece of paper and then sang it to us. We love you Mr Cohen. May our gratitude and love always reach to the heavens where you now sing.

[@rebeccaconners4403]

[@grapefruitturtle]

Beautifully said.

[@BLITZY261]

I swear Leonard left the planet and morphed into a dude with SONIC FOXX MUSIC as his new venture... Listen to "WHY?" by JASMINE LAMPORT.

[@pblond758]

Ieden Wall Thank you! Our poet! Never another! Well written..Montrealer!!

[@larrylinn8589]

As he died to make men holy Let us die to make things cheap

[@TSPH1992]

Imagine a colaboration of Massive Attack with Mr. Cohen . because this is pure bliss

[@WorldOfXandiar]

TheSporehacker Oh definitely

[@Hender75]

it sounds like a massive attack beat

[@creekandseminole]

TheSporehacker you listen to that Burial Massive Attack collab? that was awesome

[@luukcoenen3349]

Mr Cohen a great poem and songwriter is gone. RIP. In thoughts you're with us

[@TSPH1992]

May he rest in peace

[@maiteruiz5249]

So deep. So elegant.

[@mr.mystic8204]

He said I AM READY MY LORD, and really was ready to go. Rest in peace legend!

[@llamabear7093]

Mr.Mystic THATS WHAT HE MENT WHAT DO YOU THINK THIS IS HIS LAST SONG WHAT WOULD YOU THINK THAT HE MENT WITH:Im ready,my lord.

[@kakonis]

This and Hallelujah are the best songs. I love Bob Dylan, but if you're going to give a songwriter a Nobel for Literature, it should have been Cohen. R.I.P. in any case.

[@PuertoRicoPat]

'"Closing time" is a brilliant one...."Tower of song " is great too

[@Kncperseus]

Don't fret. Awards are not there to recognize talent, they are to push political agendas.

[@sebastianbeaumont6783]

Couldn't agree more. At the very least he was a genuine poet to begin with.

[@AffirmativeArtsOnTheRoad]

SO F-ING TRUE!!!!

[@alb0zfinest]

Suzanne imo is his best song. My god, what a song.

[@annal1729]

God will request Leonard Cohen compose the soundtrack for the closing credits for the end of the world. Leonard Cohen: Aged to Perfection. Thank you for another set of lyrics people will be debating over for years to come.

[@arminskii]

He already did: "Popular Problems"

[@junewilde]

True!

[@_sari_4028]

junewilde k'kk

[@markomijatovic2036]

He did "Closing Time".

[@juangatti3915]

_SARI _

[@johnvogiatzhs2968]

A million candles burning for the help that never came

[@cajewi]

Thank you Mr. Cohen. You made this world a much better place. Rest in peace.

[@aliadizzle]

I was so excited to see this in my notifications upon waking up. Happy birthday, Leonard Cohen!

[@VisualMusicAnimation]

me too!!!! first thing on my day!

[@SergioAllIndie]

Indeed. Happy birthday Sir Cohen. So outstanding we still have you with us, and even more to keep receiving creations of yours. No words for that, the best of the best.

[@girlno2221]

My Uber driver was playing this, and then half way through apologized and said I'll change it, I said sir if you want a tip you WILL NOT change this, so carry on and turn it up if you want 👌👌... I never heard it before so I was digging it

[@reverendrider]

awesome.

[@soumyadeepdubey5947]

Cool driver

[@thecapone45]

Was he hot?

[@girlno2221]

A little bit

[@c.sucapuca3528]

Te lo cogiste al menos?

[@janicechobaniuk4632]

I think when I first heard Leonard Cohen in 1970 I wasn't ready for him. He was so different way ahead of his time for sure. He just got better and better as he aged. I found this song especially relevant to me and my family at this time.

[@sammyrivas6144]

"I'm ready, my lord" :( Perceived his farewell and wrote it in his last disc, like Bowie. Immortal grandeur

[@SploopGod]

I had that very same thought

[@deborahwood9304]

Cohen is dead and STILL winning Grammy's - now THAT is talent!

[@laurahall907]

dixie dragon hope I'm as busy when I'm gone

[@algourley1229]

Brilliant and sober - Cohen continues to recognise his movement, as with all of us, towards Heaven's Gate; how it must preoccupy such a deep thinker!

[@lukabolonic8007]

it always amazes me how people acquire different treasures/interpretations out of the same song. cheers.

[@felixmarques]

I took this song as a criticism of religious people taking what should be a source of joy and insight and only seeing opportunity for cruelty.

[@Stoney-Jacksman]

hahhaha @Felix..such bias. This is filling it in with your own (hatred) point of view to the max!

[@felixmarques]

Stones Jones Hatred? My comment describes religious teachings as “a source of joy and insight”. Maybe you're a bit blinded yourself, and didn't read my comment carefully. This the song's description straight from the album's press release: «1. “You Want It Darker” Hypnotic groove. The surprise of a great synagogue choir. An unflinching exploration of the religious mind. “Didn’t know I had permission to murder and to maim.”» Mine is definitely one of the possible interpretations. I hadn't even thought of it like that until I read the press release. Moreover, my post doesn't say that religious people are all terrible. It just says that the song might criticize that specific behavior. I didn't claim that drive towards darkness manifested in every religious person. You can miscast me as a religion-hater, but that's entirely your decision. If I hated religious themes, why on Earth would I be a fan of Cohen anyway…?

[@NickSBailey]

bias? I think you should read the lyrics, these aren't words of hope, they're realistic words, not really pro or anti religion just dark and funny.

[@sofyastavtseva8511]

In these times of darkness I pray the flame is not killed. I want it lighter.

[@soumyadeepbanerjee964]

They say that people die only when forgotten, no wonder Leonard Cohen is an immortal!!

[@wyanebarrett7962]

Soumyadeep Banerjee Well said brother...

[@Jayeleven11]

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[@RobertSmith-zc2nr]

Leonard Cohen is immortal. His words, his music, his being is everlasting.

[@leslieceridwen472]

GNU Leonard Cohen.

[@fredericblondeau1351]

The univers itself will end !!! Nobody will remember the existance of humanity LOL

[@violymontand4380]

My husband loves Cohen so much. Listening to Cohen's music is a great comfort to me especially that my husband is in the palliative care.

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

Then your husband must be a very spiritual man himself, as was Mr. Cohen. Hope his music continues to bring you comfort. God bless you.

[@bethhenderson6087]

VM: Cohen was unboundedly spiritual, but perhaps not so much dogmatically religious. He didn't need belief or dogma because he had the knowledge of having experiencing his spiritual life/existence. It sounds like your husband's perspective may be much the same as LC's.

[@margaretdelgado887]

Prayers for you husband❤

[@BowtieAssassin2]

@Angelique Marion Maye Ummm, not to be a dick but you may want to look up "Palliative Care"

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

My sister is now bravely facing her own mortality. Cancer has stepped up the game and she is in her final hours. I played Mr. Cohen's beautiful song "Anthem" for her and held my tablet up to her face so she could see the gorgeous video up-loaded for it. I have lost other family members and close friends before,...but I dunno, ....Guess I'll never get used to death and dying...........😧😧😧😧😧😧😧

[@jeffclarke1694]

This song is a blessing to those who understand. RIP Leonard Cohen.

[@dessika9]

Exactly

[@inkarastrydom6807]

the poet of my heart! always will be RIP master Cohen!

[@bardo0007]

2016 is a year that is taking a lot of souls .

[@maxmoderator1]

yes, in Syria.

[@milutinmilosevic6064]

+maxmoderator1 No, America take a lot of souls in Syria, and 2016 is just a year, like many of others.

[@TSPH1992]

Our ol' friend Grim Reaper has been working overtime

[@josephe.4151]

That What I've Been Saying!!!!!

[@testpattern23]

2016 is a year of great pain and terrible anguish. The swan song of many a great artist lamenting the spiral staircase traveling down.

[@kevinwright6159]

I've been a lifelong Leonard Cohen fan. But I'm just now hearing this album. It's like he has one more gift to give my life from beyond the grave

[@yajy4501]

His son completed one more album he recorded the vocals to after this one. It’s called Thanks for the Dance. It’s just as good as this one. Check out the song Happens to the Heart from it

[@faxardebatintenebris]

Rest in peace, legendary man. Also, 2016, fuck off already.

[@ab4845]

"2016, fuck off already." QFT. Wise words, brother, wise words.

[@TheNeverposts]

at least Dylan got a Nobel Prize... that's something

[@NedGorman]

Amen, goodguypete. . '17 calls upon us all to grow a few inches in height, ignore the media's narcissistic projections of red & blue states, mix 'em up and make 'em purple. Mr. Cohen understood that. His poetry was the lance piercing the armor of petty bloviating con men like "The King of Orange" and his fascist minions: "I can't run no more with that lawless crowd while the killers in high places say their prayers out loud. But they've summoned, they've summoned up a thundercloud and they're going to hear from me."

[@wilde1581]

Pete I'm with you on that one mate..it's gotta go ,I think we should take a few undesirables down with it too...what a fucking horrible year .

[@udotworuschka7056]

cohen should have Got it.

[@Helia-sp9cw]

I came here after seeing the "Bones and all" trailer, which is already in itself a true masterpiece... I cannot wait to see the movie !

[@DJGamingSmash]

So sad that the movie didn't play this song during the end credits.

[@markkaczaj1077]

The Patient on Hulu played it on its closing credits, final episode.

[@Татјана-л2с]

When I heard of Dylan getting the Nobel prize, I thought "Leonard is next in the line" He was such a prolific and inspiring poet! A true visionary! :(

[@brendashunn]

Cohen would no doubt have graciously and humbly acknowledged the recognition, unlike Dylan

[@AldoVila]

everyone ,everywhere , who know well about music and literature, will consider leonard (A well know writer and poet before start in music industry) for Nobel ,first than dylan,,,with the exeption of this people of Nobel prize academy ,that ignored Borges and many others before,,,,and what they get ?Dylan didn't care a shit about ,and ignored them,, well done.

[@Татјана-л2с]

+brenda shunn Yes! I agree. He earned our admiration by being so modest.

[@Татјана-л2с]

+Aldo Vila True! One good thing about Dylan's prize, though, is that this is a big positive step for the academy. By considering the musicians who have been writing great poetry, they've crossed the boundaries and have broken down prejudices when it comes to literature. Sadly, LC was not the one who accepted that groundbreaking prize.

[@1967870]

leo better but politics

[@sandrogzirishvili6645]

The album cover is amazing. Cohen looking out in the darkness, calm and ready for what's to come, shinning light in complete unknown.

[@benjaminbankwin5690]

!! the cigar is lit!!

[@crystallloyd7295]

This goes perfectly with "Everybody Knows."

[@andregeldenhuys3564]

Deep deep deep. So gifted.

[@orianasugarlights4129]

Oh! Now that song I've not thought of in awhile! Going to listen to it now! thanks✌💚

[@MrPinkfluffy]

Very similar imagery used.

[@MsBeth0825]

There was just no one like him. His voice, especially here, with the whispery sound, is hypnotic. You want it darker....we kill the flame.

[@mplungjan]

What a parting gift. Thanks.

[@pialola3417]

Exactly that

[@juancamacho5746]

If you are the dealer, I'm out of the game If you are the healer, it means im broken and lame If thine is the glory, then mine must be the shame You want it darker We kill the flame Magnified, sanctified Be the holy name Vilified, crucified In the human frame A million candles burning For the help that never came You want it darker Hineni, hineni I'm ready, my Lord There's a lover in the story But the story's still the same There's a lullaby for suffering And a paradox to blame But it's written in the scriptures And it's not some idol claim You want it darker We kill the flame They're lining up to prisoners And the guards are taking aim I struggle with some demons They were middle class and tame I didn't know I had permission To murder and to maim You want it darker Hineni, hineni I'm ready, my Lord Magnified, sanctified Be the holy name Vilified, crucified In the human frame A million candles burning For the love that never came You want it darker We kill the flame If you are the dealer, let me out of the game If you are the healer, I'm broken and lame If thine is the glory, mine must be the shame You want it darker Hineni, hineni Hineni, hineni I'm ready, my Lord

[@henri9109]

I used to think the first line was: If you wore the tiara, I'm out of the game. You can hear it both ways if you try.

[@susantabaskey002]

Mmm thanks

[@angelikasadlovski6970]

Read the Torah. And you will understand.🕎🔯

[@jeanjordaan6525]

Idle claim

[@chadfromchad4662]

Isnt he saying "Idle"?

[@insertlaughter]

Litterally I need a 4 hour version of this on loop

[@foggynight1137]

Why 4?

[@insertlaughter]

@@foggynight1137 long enough to fall asleep to

[@wwfwinwornflashback3677]

6 HOURS ARE BETTER THAN 4

[@withvinayak]

Jeez put it on a loop or something!!

[@KitaKatt1988]

That sounds psychotic

[@mike-nb1rq]

Bones and all❤

[@maureensaul8417]

This song is perfect for the film

[@thebamboo8034]

Love the movie

[@wintherr3527]

After listening to the entire album, here's my verdict: definitely, Leonard Cohen could not release a bad album even if he wanted it, even if he wanted it badly. With the (possible) exception of the exquisite Death of a Ladies' Man, it's a 50 year career of great albums and great songs. This man is not human.

[@meryemargun3191]

Actually he is the human. THE HUMAN

[@marcob4630]

You were a gigantic artist : your awesome, highly poetic-mystical-profound music accompanied my whole life. I wish you endless light in the dark - R.I.P. dear Leonard

[@tarkusjames7473]

I have no words. Already one of his best, in my opinion.

[@rosamepiret5275]

Just discovered this song; we've lost a great poet.

[@robertuk444]

The Peoples Posthumous Nobel Prize in Literature. Thank you Leonard for the gifts of words that you gave, you will be deeply sadly missed and we shall take comfort in your words and music as they continue to echo through this wonderful world that has been greatly enhanced by your literary contributions. I propose that you should now be awarded with The Peoples Posthumous Nobel Prize in Literature. Please cast your vote by replying to this nomination below.

[@robertuk444]

i am casting the first vote and deservedly so.

[@1967870]

he is more than noble

[@nadiayar8665]

This song is pure genius.

[@nadiaroussel5689]

Wonderful

[@johngyao]

so sad and he rest in peace now.

[@dingledangledongle1]

yep singing Hallelujah with the angels where he belongs...

[@atrcraze7988]

I’m ready, my lord! so deep! what a legend!

[@glenninskeep7523]

Music that speaks to life will never die. I apologize for never coming across this enormous talent until after his body died. His spirit will live long. I will make up for it now, big guy.

[@Mrbread4579]

Who is here because of a Little Black Mermaid?

[@finmoc6545]

glenn inskeep you are where you are in terms of Leonard Cohen. Never got him when I was young and Fm radio played his music. I think we all have to find him at some time and then feel the awe and wonder and delight.

[@lass-inangeles7564]

A tour de force, evocative, dark, and rich. Rest in peace, Leonard Cohen, you are greatly missed!

[@bolyucontract7400]

This will be played at my funeral

[@marilynjohn2586]

mine too

[@junewilde]

I'm in!

[@jreegdss6878]

No it won't.

[@celticbird2398]

I got "Don't Fear the Reaper" by Blue Oyster Cult. lol

[@larrykalvar3280]

Thinking about My ride's here by Warren Zevon

[@carterjoel6703]

L. Cohen was an absolute master.

[@karivirtanen1995]

R.I.P. Leonard. We miss you so much!

[@karivirtanen1995]

Only a great man can say: I´m ready my lord..........

[@oritwolf77]

Kari Virtanen indeed

[@BadassBison]

Never in my life I have been saddened by the death of an artist as much as Cohen's. His music connected with me on a personal level as I'm sure it did with a lot of others. Rest in peace Mr. Cohen, and thank you for all the wonderful songs, you will be missed.

[@RabbiYonah]

HIS MUSIC LIVES FOREVER. BRILLIANT - May his memory be a blessing.

[@couplakooks]

Amen

[@milcotto4153]

He knew what was going on and what was coming. You were the master of lyrics, Leonard.

[@rgg2727]

The first song I heard from LC was "Closing Time." There was no turning back at that point.

[@malkajongbloed8718]

beautiful song... g.l..... )

[@express49]

הנני הנני

[@ghislainedevaynes336]

מלכה יונגבלוד n

[@TSPH1992]

It sure is

[@Feeluck]

oh wow.. he died on november 7th. i didn't know that he passed away just days after his last album release this truely is the last he had to say to the world. indeed darker too

[@yanisallou9681]

Feeluck

[@jellybrown]

And this album was themed about death he said.

[@vladifigueiredo]

Leo eterno !!!!

[@leonakita]

Very similar to the way David Bowie went out.....

[@herbpeden5227]

another great one gone, thanks for all your wonderful music Maestro

[@audreyfraser1495]

THE MASTER OF LOVE AND DARKNESS IS NOT GONE HE JUST MOVED

[@95...8]

I'M READY MY LORD ☯️

[@TheGoulesque]

A million candles burning for the help that never cameBrilliant ....

[@mirandagrund6187]

there is always help for the ones that really want help

[@marciamcdevitt964]

Miranda Grund bullshit. Go away, this song is not for you.

[@ItsMeVolatility]

Agreed! Amazing line

[@zozidedodo780]

@@mirandagrund6187 the kids starving in South Sudan, somalia and congo eally need help and all is being sent is weapons to egnite civil wars God is all merciful but humans aren't

[@TheHardTruth315]

@@marciamcdevitt964 Who then is it for?

[@Chartoise]

Hineni, Hineni means "Here I am, here I am" Makes it all the more sinister... Here I am, I'm ready my Lord.

[@eduardorafael3302]

What's language is that?

[@MediaProspector]

Eduardo Rafael Hebrew

[@David-zo7to]

Swan song, it's Blackstar all over again.

[@MaybeWeAintUs]

I thought the very same.

[@patriciajanegerrie]

Dave

[@justawisp]

Lazarus was a big one

[@David-zo7to]

WinterCranium song of the year for me. Close to this one and Daydreaming.

[@cpt_cool]

There's a peace in his voice. The sheer subtleness, simply magnificent.

[@aojala9015]

He was Canadian. Another amazing Canadian artist lost. Losing Gord Downe was the hardest like losing a part of Canadian childhood. He did alot for the community as well.

[@aldavis2641]

Almost 5 million views since it was published on YT. You voice will haunt me with happiness as long as I live!

[@mrmelanson34]

haunt with happiness... haha I like it ;)

[@bpkelleyliveproductions]

Seeing him perform live was like an out of body experience. Man, that deep baritone still sends a chill down my spine. He was amazing! One of a kind.

[@stutchamp]

Muitos conheceram a musica pelo mesmo motivo.Hoje é sinistro ouvi-la novamente.Descanse em paz!

[@nando-paulino]

Exatamente. No fundo eu sabia que era só questão de tempo, e mesmo assim estou aqui abalado... He killed the flame.

[@MrUlvkriger]

RIP

[@DaniloSoaressilva-b2l]

Foda mano 😢