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

3 жыл бұрын

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

4 ай бұрын

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.

@user-qq6cm4ur5m

27 күн бұрын

Oh Leonard oh Sharon!you formlessly entwine.Bless you. Rob hart

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.

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!

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.

@alexisrivera3442

Ай бұрын

Yes, I saw him in concert both times too!! Leonard has been my muse for as long as I can remember. I have so many favorites but lc makes not only me emotional with this one as it is my name, but my family because they are from Montreal.

@mirkapreuss4892

23 күн бұрын

❤​@@alexisrivera3442

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

@mariankeogh241

7 жыл бұрын

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

@michellewatson5954

6 жыл бұрын

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

@psychonaut689

3 ай бұрын

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

2 ай бұрын

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

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

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.

What a beautiful voice Sharon.

@er200259

7 жыл бұрын

unbelievably, unglaublich

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.

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.

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

@arthurstarr4213

7 жыл бұрын

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@StSam

4 жыл бұрын

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

@alanbrown8302

3 жыл бұрын

Amazingly beautiful Thank you Love you both

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

6 ай бұрын

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

@underated17

6 ай бұрын

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Breathtaking. So beautiful. stunning performance

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

@endhai

7 жыл бұрын

His artworks will live forever.

@sofakingdrunk66

7 жыл бұрын

endhai Hear hear..

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.

ms. robinson has such a beautiful soul.

@jeanninenugou1983

7 жыл бұрын

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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.

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

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

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.

@ThompsonWithTash

5 жыл бұрын

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

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

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

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

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

Fantastic, love this version

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

This is an outstanding performance.

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

As Cohen acknowledges, this exquisite song is an adaptation of The God Abandons Anthony by Greek poet Constantine P Cavafy. This is a translation of the original poem. I love how Leonard and Sharon have adapted this to a more personalised song When suddenly, at midnight, you hear An invisible procession going by With exquisite music, voices, Don’t mourn your luck that’s failing now, Work gone wrong, your plans All proving deceptive - don’t mourn them uselessly. As one long prepared, and graced with courage, Say goodbye to her, the Alexandria that is leaving. Above all, don’t fool yourself, don’t say It was a dream, your ears deceived you: Don’t degrade yourself with empty hopes like these. As one long prepared, and graced with courage, As is right for you who were given this kind of city, Go firmly to the window And listen with deep emotion, but not With whining, the pleas of a coward; Listen - your final delectation - to the voices, To the exquisite music of that strange procession, And say goodbye to her, the Alexandria you are losing.

@bsilva2146

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the full original poem,Leonard didn’t deviate much did he.

@josefwolff5431

5 жыл бұрын

this so called greek poem sucks. Leonard's Original is Far better and Superior in every way. This cheap greek prose isn't even a poem. its shitty prose.

@richardfletcher6534

4 жыл бұрын

It's actually an adaptation of Lawrence Durrell's free translation of Cavafy's poem - Durrell's is way better than the original The lyric here has little to do with either Durrel's version or the original poem, both of which are about leaving Alexandria, the Egyptian city, not Alexandra, a woman. Anyone know what the line 'Alexandra hoisted on his shoulder' is a take on?

@mvoge1

4 жыл бұрын

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@newgabe09

4 жыл бұрын

@@richardfletcher6534 I've always heard Cohen's poem/song as about the death of a person, Alexandra, with the hoisted being bearing the coffin.

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

@littlefootsgrandma

Жыл бұрын

It’s almost a cleansing of the heart.

Sharons best performance i have seen, love it xx

Exalted performance and genius song.

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

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..

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

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

7 жыл бұрын

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

@gregdoucette5703

7 жыл бұрын

Doris Potter

@geraldinecosgrove6460

7 жыл бұрын

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@ryanbrow

7 жыл бұрын

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

@dorispotter6621

7 жыл бұрын

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

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.

This is so emotional; lovely!

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.

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. ☮️

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.

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

Songwriters: Leonard Cohen / Sharon Robinson. They wrote it together.

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

Thanks for being with us

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

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

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

3 жыл бұрын

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

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-

no words for this amazing woman!

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!

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.

I heard her sing this yesterday evening. Simply sublime.

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

@anitaberberich6079

4 жыл бұрын

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

@esthermiha788

6 күн бұрын

could you help with the name of the poem, please?

@kostasbr51

6 күн бұрын

@@esthermiha788 "The god abandons Antony". It's about the end of Antony in Alexandria (a town in Egypt) after his defeat against the Roman Army. Cleopatra is dead, and Antony, all alone in the palace, faces the end of all his dreams. The name of the poem in Greek is "Apoleípein o Theós Antónion". It's one of the best poems of Kavafis, in my opinion. Leonard Cohen wrote a wonderful song based in this poem. It's not a translation.

@esthermiha788

5 күн бұрын

@@kostasbr51 Dear Kosta, thank you for taking the time to reply. I love Kavafy's Ithaky too. Kind thoughts!

@kostasbr51

5 күн бұрын

@@esthermiha788 Great poem, Ithaky. Greetings from Spain.

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

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

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

8 жыл бұрын

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

@prepgrl55

8 жыл бұрын

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

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

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

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...

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

An amazing songstress so perfect for Cohen's works.

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

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.

What a beautiful voice she has

So beautiful, so sad.....

Quite beautiful Sharon. Thank you.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

Saw this live in Toronto. Truly an amazing song, done by an amazing performer. An entire audience absolutely silent through the song; you really could have heard a pin drop.

@user-ek6qo7pl2b

6 ай бұрын

Как это прекрасно!!!👏👏👏👏👏

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

It is a state of grace when such songs , which are poems of the heart are written. Long may Leonard Cohen continue to amaze and humble us ...

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 ;-)

Great performance, goose bumps !

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

I still feel sad that I never was with a concert from Leonard. I wrote somewhere "he saved my life" In a matter of speaking.Maybe it will my first post on facebook. Cavafy makes the poem Very nice and leonard made it alive and touching.

@christiandeak101

4 жыл бұрын

I only can agree! I've seen him several times - don't know which was the best concert. Now: ... Tears in heaven!..

@stephaniemattingly9984

4 жыл бұрын

He saved my life, too.

@dawnchampion7614

3 жыл бұрын

I was blessed to see him, Lykovitos athens over 30 years ago... I still love him

@ParswaNathTheo

2 жыл бұрын

I sometime wonder how music and poems works beyond all boundaries... I thought, thanked and wrote so many times... "Cohen, you saved my life".

One word - sublime!

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

Saw this Last night, was sublime!

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

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

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!!!!

Ms. Robinson, that was awesome!

Her voice is so lovely.

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

"Exquisite music, Alexandra laughing...." ♫

@Antonio-lv8zb

8 жыл бұрын

Catherine aqui você encontra a vida detalhada em música, poesia e história.

Magnificent perform. *clapclapclap*

Indeed it was! For me it was the 3rd time I've seen him. My cousin, who's been a fan since the '70s but has never been to a LC concert before, was deeply moved. I hope he stays in good health and this isn't the last time he tours Germany, though he seemed to say goodbye to us ...

I was in tears the following week --this week-- in London Ontario at his concert. This piece was perfect and the whole concert blew me away. So beautiful

Beautiful.