Sharon Robinson, Alexandra Leaving , Leonard Cohen Amsterdam 21-08-2012

Sharon Robinson sings , Alexandra Leaving to a 13,000 strong Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam on August 21st 2012

[@roowyrm9576]

This is one of Leonard Cohen's most outstanding songs. I cannot hear it without tearing up. And to hear his co-writer sing it so sensitively is a privilege. Thank you!

[@marinacohen5075]

both times I saw Leonard, in 2009 and 2012, it's Sharon that causes me to involuntarily stream tears. I literally have to wipe them away through the whole performance. No live show will ever be able to compare in the history of live performances. Her voice is a tearjerker and Leonard is the best he's ever been. Absolute perfection.

[@absoftitanium]

Tears? A nephew's girlfriend, named Alexandra Dodger, was the child of a single mum. She put herself through university and law school. She whad always been an activist from her childhood in support of the disadvantaged. When she passed the bar she was hired by Amnesty International. Just prior to starting her acreer she was run down in the street and killed by a drunk driver. This song was played at her funeral. When I heard this at the Cohen concert I was crying so hard I could hardly stand.

[@Bloodgod40]

This deserves more upvotes. I regret I can give only one. My heart hurts to read of the fate of Alexandra Dodger. Celebrate her for having lived at all. Do not say the moment was imagined...

[@heidigernand879]

Ich habe dieses Lied meiner verstorbenen Tochter Andrea gewidmet . Sie starb in der Zeit. Sie hieß nicht ALEXANDRA sondern ANDREA. doch der Text passt zu ihrem Sterben. Auch heute weine ich noch wenn ich dieses Lied höre.

[@griffinclark9718]

I saw Cohen in concert in Toronto. He was marvellous, his band was so tight and professional, and Sharon Robinson held the audience in awe with this beautiful song. What you don't see in this fine video is Leonard himself: kneeling, looking up at Sharon with his trademark fedora held over his heart in reverent appreciation. He is a truly gracious artist.

[@Shalev53]

Very very touching performance... Leonard Cohen, Sharon Robinson, the Webb Sisters, Neil Larsen, Javier Mas, Rafael Gayol, Mitch Watkins, Alexandru Bublitchi, you ALL are simply the best! Thank you for the music, thank you for the concerts and thank you for being with me through my life journey.

[@jonminer9891]

The wisdom of Sharon's soul is so easy to see. Her eyes can see the depths of your heart.

[@SeriousError]

If you are a music fan and want to see performances of consummate bliss, see Leonard Cohen on tour. The performers are masters of their instruments, including the vocalists, and Leonard's gravelly golden voice is wonderful. The show has it all: humour, pathos. poetry and above all, magic. Seventh heaven.

[@elletemple6151]

I played this repeatedly after my daughter died. I could never say goodbye to my girl. Even today.

[@mariankeogh241]

ELLE SO TERRIBLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS GOD GIVE YOU STRENGTH AND LOVE TO CARRY ON

[@michellewatson5954]

Elle Temple I am sorry for your deep loss. Leonard Cohen, with his understanding of humanity is always where I go with pain.

[@psychonaut689]

I don't know what to say, I'm so sorry. Perhaps there is some consolation in poetry. I believe Leonard Cohen also experienced the loss of a child.

[@bekeneel]

Goodbye is never forever, stay strong x. I think you like the song Come Healing by Leonard too a lot.

[@snatan100]

Breathtaking. So beautiful. stunning performance

[@movieguy46]

I've seen Leonard Cohen in concert five times since 1976 and every experience was amazing. He's the best song writer and concert performer of his generation (and beyond).

[@user-ek6qo7pl2b]

Вам повезло, вы видели их и пение 🎶 на концерте 👏👏👏👏👏

[@underated17]

I saw Leonard in December of 2012. It feels like the other day that I saw him. He was amazing live! This song moved me especially.

[@pdn-vd5om]

What a beautiful voice Sharon.

[@er200259]

unbelievably, unglaublich

[@1630revelloify]

I saw Leonard Cohen live throughout Europe and Sharon Robinson's Alexandra Leaving was a highlight every time - a beautiful song sung by a great singer.

[@chantiemaya]

I was there. Breathtaking song, the whole show was so captivating. Leonard Cohen is amazing. He is the real deal. I'm so glad I got to see him.

[@gberetvtnm]

Sharon Robinson is not only a very beautiful woman but she has a most Beautiful voice. I listen to her sing this song over and over. I can't get enough of her voice and beauty.

[@mattcadence]

Incredible, this song means so much to me, the lines, “And you who had the honor of her evening and by that honor had your own restored,” are some of my favorite lyrics of all time.

[@ritajohnson2208]

A deeply moving song, and what an exquisite delivery: flawless technique yet utterly devoid of ego.

[@owenreese2216]

Probably my favorite collaboration in the history of music. Knowing Cohen’s work in depth makes Robinson’s extensive contributions to Ten New Songs completely clear. His style is so unexpectedly complemented by hers, and it makes Ten New Songs my favorite Leonard Cohen album.

[@writer4peace]

Stunning, gorgeous, tender and so very, very haunting.

[@shalevueable]

Incredible performance, lyrics and melody. Leonard Cohen - forever in our hearts.

[@lucillemazzella1064]

Love you, Sharon. Will love you always, Leonard. Saw you in Vegas in the early 2000's. Pure magic.

[@radharcanna]

A heartbreakingly beautiful song from a beautiful singer. The greatest tribute to Leonard Cohen.

[@sofakingdrunk66]

Leonard Cohen is a master of poetry and music a true living legend..

[@endhai]

His artworks will live forever.

[@sofakingdrunk66]

endhai Hear hear..

[@Scott125670]

When Leonard came to Ottawa in 2012 he brought Sharon where for the first time I was mesmerized as the world melted away as she crooned out Alexandra Leaving with her golden voice. I bought her album Everybody Knows and the newer one Caffeine, both of which are amazing. I can only imagine how devastated she must be right now, along with the rest of us at Leonard's passing; a torch too soon extinguished.

[@vivricketts9239]

Beautiful song, sung by a beautiful voice, ❤❤ Sep. 2020

[@patriziatabanelli5747]

Che voce fantastica ha questa cantante. Meravigliosa sia come solista e sia quando accompagna il leggendario Cohen.

[@norahatkinson2678]

I also seen Leonard and co. back in the 70's and he is the business now just as he was as he was growing.He's an inspiration to all who want to pursue a genuine life with music and thats not taking into account the books of prose and poetry he has given us, The MAN is a genius and we love him in Dublin.

[@ianbillings4169]

I saw Leonard and company in San Jose a month ago with a young musician friend, half my age. We were both enthralled by the performance. nearly 3 hours of stunning music. I'm 60 and over the years I've seen most of the greats and the show was at the very pinnacle oof anything I've ever seen. this was a highlight but for me it came when Leonard approached the front of the stage with very little accompaniment and sang "Like a bird, on the wire" All the hair on my arms stood up and I had tears..

[@kostasbr51]

Cohen meets Kavafis: wonderful lyrics. Cohen meets Sharon: beautiful music. And Sharon sings like angels in heaven. What a rendition! Thanks, Albert.

[@anitaberberich6079]

I was in 1979 in a concert in Freiburg /germany. I was prägnant with my First Chile. I never forget this wonderful Situation. Now i am 66. I miss leonard. LG Anita

[@halli57]

I was also at Leeds, Leonard was absolutely brilliant as ever, and Sharon Robinson singing this track was amazing, brilliant musicians 3 1/2 hours of pure bliss, if you haven't seen Leonard's show yet I recommend you try and catch it. Beautiful beautiful happy happy

[@torrvarme1611]

ms. robinson has such a beautiful soul.

[@jeanninenugou1983]

de 7

[@kenbeasley6986]

The ease in which Sharon Robinson makes this song and hits that last note amazing control.

[@peterduffield221]

Sharons best performance i have seen, love it xx

[@Yehbaby1953]

Oh my that was beautiful spiritual & uplifting thank you for all your collaborations with Leonard over the years. Very special.

[@christHify]

Agree 100% with this. Like Alan, I was priviliged to have shared the O2 with Mr Cohen and quite the greatest band I`ve ever heard in my life. This was yet another highlight of a never-to-be forgotten concert...this man is the greatest writer and conduit for music that I know. God Bless and keep you Mr Cohen-and those great singers he deserves!

[@morriganravenchild6613]

This is an outstanding performance.

[@pepperann5766]

Sharon as usual your voice is beautiful, you must sorely miss singing with Leonard, I still can't believe he's gone. I have been in tears through this whole evening as I listen with a heavy heart to the greatness poet, songwriter and singer. ☮️

[@certainlystupid]

you are so right I saw her with Leonard Cohen in November 2012 in Saskatoon Saskatchewan ..I t was the thrill of a lifetime to see this fabulous world class performer like the finest of wine he just ages to perfection

[@dorispotter6621]

This is my favourite Leonard Cohen song. Leonard, "suddenly the night has grown colder" with your leaving all of us. I had the privilege of seeing your concert in our shared hometown of Montreal. I am so grateful for all your music and words. You have helped me deal with sadness in my life. Thank you so, so much.

[@dorispotter6621]

***** What a beautiful comment. :)

[@gregdoucette5703]

Doris Potter

[@geraldinecosgrove6460]

Doris Potter nh

[@ryanbrow]

I agree with you Doris. This is my favorite Cohen song among many favorites! His songs speak directly to my heart and soul.

[@dorispotter6621]

Ryan Brown I agree Ryan that his songs speak directly to one's heart and soul.

[@fionamcerlane4133]

Fantastic, love this version

[@norahatkinson2678]

Sharon Robinson is a beautiful soul, I'll always love her, Thank you Sharon for sharing yourself with us, you were great in Dublin, you have such an amazing presence about you So long from Dublin X

[@dmgiova3788]

I love her singing "Boogie Street", although I don't understand it that well. ;-)

[@dushuren]

You rocked my all time favorite song, Sharon. Thank you

[@larryfroot]

Beauty. In all of it's grace, eloquence, lyricism and, yes, even sorrow. Thank you Leonard, for all your gifts to us.

[@arthurstarr4213]

Larry McCauley aa

[@StSam]

And thank you, Sharon for being there with Leonard. You're as beloved as he is.

[@alanbrown8302]

Amazingly beautiful Thank you Love you both

[@lydiarowe491]

Just gifted this beautiful piece..calibration with Leonard Cohen was a magical moment in time...♥

[@PoofNwoof]

What a beautiful voice she has

[@bjonkon61]

Thank You for "Alexandra Leaving. Leonard Cohen and all the musicians you are so great. Thank you for an unforgettable evening in Helsinki in sept. 2012

[@yuliaLouise]

I was here, i will never forget, so great to see this in real, hear it in real, yes, this is IT

[@infesta270]

Sharon,you're wonderful! God bless you all!

[@ronbroomell]

Bravo Sharon!! What a voice! Thank you Leonard as always & thank you albertnoonan ~ Aloha ~

[@madelynstrickland7417]

Where have have I been not to hear this! Cry for another magic moment.

[@Zv5Q8]

I heard her sing this yesterday evening. Simply sublime.

[@alichebry]

no words for this amazing woman!

[@alexkuxful]

Thanks for being with us

[@Dandylion1952]

I saw Cohen at Radio City Saturday night and it was an extraordinary, transformative experience. Perhaps the finest group of musicians assembled on any stage--anywhere. Oh my-

[@bauernmaxi123]

So beautiful, Sharon. I love your voice and this song so much. God bless Mr. Cohen. I saw you, Sharon, and Leonard bout 6 years ago live on stage in Graz, Austria. This concert for me was like diving into another world. Just magic. Also the Webb Sisters were great!!! Today i got your CD, Sharon, and i love it. Thank you so much for the beautiful music! Max from Austria.

[@budzski42]

What a beautiful voice Sharon has and the beauty comes from within.

[@terrygillett1]

Saw this at Cohen's Montreal show last night... it was so, so, so incredibly moving. People were in tears (me included) all around us. Beautiful piece, beautiful voice.

[@karyngoff20]

I saw this concert in Detroit in November of 2012. It was a magical evening, and I felt deep gratitude for the opportunity to be in the same space as Leonard and his band. His presence could fill a room...and when Sharon sang this song, I was moved to tears. Such an exquisite song, sung by an exquisite singer...

[@janicegeorge-allen1924]

An amazing songstress so perfect for Cohen's works.

[@Rossion64]

Saw her with Len in Dublin last year- he was consumate as usual, but the whole audience (even those headed for the bar!) stopped, buttoned our gobs, and gave fully to hear this beautiful woman singing this - it was cult ceremony! Just sublime.

[@salmjak9093]

thank you Sharon for this nice moments with this Song in Pula 02.08. 2013 to have this great and wunderfull time with you , Leonard and Frends

[@manuelaleal8054]

Beautiful.

[@williseliotjane88899]

Oh my God Lenord And Sharon are perfect.......nice to see an alto voice recognized

[@wallymassie4351]

i find myself playing this every few days its so haunting,sharon is perfect for this song ,wonderfull,wunderbar,maravilloso

[@littlefootsgrandma]

It’s almost a cleansing of the heart.

[@BarbaraDamijanic]

She is so great........ No need for more words

[@daelomiel]

Her voice is so lovely.

[@annemartin3468]

So beautiful, so sad.....

[@FrancesSloan]

My granddaughter is a big Leonard Cohen fan and her name is Alexandra (we call her Sasha) She saw Leonard in Boston and was overwhelmed by the entire show. She was 17 then.. She still enjoys his voice and amazing lyrics. As do we all. Alexandra Leaving has a special place in me. A beautiful song and a beautiful girl.

[@danielthompson3109]

I started listening to him weeks before his death and couldn't be more saddened to not be able to see him :(

[@cheyennehunter9945]

I saw this live less than a week ago at the MTS centre. It gave me chills. She was fabulous. I was only disappointed they didn't turn up the house lights so she could see how many of us were giving her a standing ovation.

[@sarahcoleman6521]

this is a song so close to my heart.. the lyrics fit perfectly and spoke to me so deeply when a dear friend was dying ~my courageous beautiful friend when she was leaving this world..... love you Jac xxxxx

[@MrNHARG]

Saw this Last night, was sublime!

[@BellaLeoLicorice]

I saw Leonard in Christchurch, New Zealand - Sharon Robinson was amazing!

[@gamawinkie]

This is so emotional; lovely!

[@diegroblers]

I also saw this in Dublin. That night I went home, and immediately googled 'Sharon Robinson'. She was spectacular!

[@queenslanddiva]

One word - sublime!

[@er200259]

.. wonderfull voice ... wonderfull woman .... love you so much ! You are in my soule ..............

[@jameslynn3439]

Stunning

[@carmenmarmollopez2423]

Bellisima voz !!

[@petehunt4534]

Saw him last night at the O2, London. Wow! Such an understated, virtuoso performance ... well done The Man and the band.

[@MrNHARG]

I first heard this in Manchester last year at his concert, been a fan for years but never heard it. It was the hilight and brought tears to my eyes. It was the best nights entertainment of my life and all because of listening to a filmwith Christian Slater in which another favorite of mine was played, If it be your will. Thanks for posting.

[@zeldagoblin]

Saw them do this live a couple of years ago. It floored me, I haven't stood up since

[@Lloydterry1]

Exquisite. A real highlight of the current Leonard Cohen tour.

[@patrickmullen7756]

Quite beautiful Sharon. Thank you.

[@willardschreiner126]

Ms. Robinson, that was awesome!

[@alanm1945]

Was at Birmingham on Sunday, absolutely brilliant. What a lovely performance from everyone, LOved it.

[@alichebry]

Just saw you both in Calgary - what an amazing experience! This was my very favorite moment though - the tiny hairs all over my entire body stood at attention. I have been to many concerts and performances in my 48 years of life - but this one was one of those that will never, ever leave you. Sharon you are beyond words. Thank you so much for sharing your gifts!

[@prepgrl55]

Saw her do this at the Fox in Detroit. Everyone whose loved an " Alexandra " will feel this down to their toes. Such a perfect blend of voice lyric and and the sad tones of loss.

[@ohpamoh]

***** I saw them @ the Fox also. It was simple excellence. :)

[@prepgrl55]

Can't get threw it with dry eyes. Love Sharon Robinson! Wish she would release that new album due out 2 years ago !

[@rosenwood3021]

Magnificent perform. *clapclapclap*

[@MusicIsMyLifeNYC]

I just saw Leonard at Radio City Music Hall. Until tonight I had only ever heard covers of his songs except his duet with Elton John "Born to Lose". The musicians he surrounds himself with are some of the most amazing players I have ever heard.

[@peteraarts3205]

Great performance, goose bumps !

[@CorinneBraun]

This is a great fan video - both video and audio! (and a beautiful rendition by Sharon)

[@brianvittachi6869]

A song of matchless beauty. Thanks for posting +albertnoonan.

[@katewilson3667]

My absolute favorite by the poet and artist Leonard Cohen! Thank you Sandra..simply wonderful..do not choose a coward's explanation....

[@deerfencer1]

Totally agree with you Mark! I was at the Saturday night show at Radio City and am still pinching myself. Some of the very finest musicians on the planet coupled with three backup singers to die for, all led by the peerless and charming Leonard, who remains in top form. I think I can die now ;-)

[@ohsechoon1]

loveiy voice!!!

[@lindacleveland1289]

Sublime collaboration ❤

[@mikeamcnamara]

Caught the show in Cardiff last night. Absolutely exquisite.

[@peterambler4359]

choked brings so many memories back now weve lost one of the worlds best song writers of all time soul touching

[@davidporter6084]

Spine tingling!

[@suzieboot]

I had the privlage to see Leonard Cohen in concert in Detroit at the Fox Theater in Nov 2012. Sharon Robinson has a voice of a angel!!!!

[@teresitasaporittis6424]

FANTASTIC