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Leonard Cohen Alexandra Leaving Lyrics
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Alexandra Leaving
Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen
LEONARD COHEN
- Alexandra Leaving LyricsSuddenly the night has grown colder
The God of love preparing to depart
Alexandra hoisted on his shoulder
They slip between the sentries of the heart
Upheld by the simplicities of pleasure
They gain the light, they formlessly entwine
And radiant beyond your widest measure
They fall among the voices and the wine
It's not a trick, your senses, all deceiving
A fitful dream, the morning will exhaust
Say goodbye to Alexandra leaving
Then say goodbye to Alexandra lost
Even though she sleeps upon your satin
Even though she wakes you with a kiss
Do not say the moment was imagined
Do not stoop to strategies like this
As someone long prepared for this to happen
Go firmly to the window, drink it in
Exquisite music, Alexandra laughing
Your first commitments tangible again
And you who had the honor of her evening
And by that honor had your own restored
Say goodbye to Alexandra leaving
Alexandra leaving with her Lord
Even though she sleeps upon your satin
Even though she wakes you with a kiss
Do not say the moment was imagined
Do not stoop to strategies like this
As someone long prepared for the occasion
In full command of every plan you wrecked
Do not choose a coward's explanation
That hides behind the cause and the effect
And you who were bewildered by a meaning
Whose code was broken, crucifix uncrossed
Say goodbye to Alexandra leaving
Then say goodbye to Alexandra lost
Say goodbye to Alexandra leaving
Then say goodbye to Alexandra lost
© SONY/ATV SONGS LLC;
The God of love preparing to depart
Alexandra hoisted on his shoulder
They slip between the sentries of the heart
Upheld by the simplicities of pleasure
They gain the light, they formlessly entwine
And radiant beyond your widest measure
They fall among the voices and the wine
It's not a trick, your senses, all deceiving
A fitful dream, the morning will exhaust
Say goodbye to Alexandra leaving
Then say goodbye to Alexandra lost
Even though she sleeps upon your satin
Even though she wakes you with a kiss
Do not say the moment was imagined
Do not stoop to strategies like this
As someone long prepared for this to happen
Go firmly to the window, drink it in
Exquisite music, Alexandra laughing
Your first commitments tangible again
And by that honor had your own restored
Say goodbye to Alexandra leaving
Alexandra leaving with her Lord
Even though she sleeps upon your satin
Even though she wakes you with a kiss
Do not say the moment was imagined
Do not stoop to strategies like this
As someone long prepared for the occasion
In full command of every plan you wrecked
Do not choose a coward's explanation
That hides behind the cause and the effect
And you who were bewildered by a meaning
Whose code was broken, crucifix uncrossed
Say goodbye to Alexandra leaving
Then say goodbye to Alexandra lost
Say goodbye to Alexandra leaving
Then say goodbye to Alexandra lost
© SONY/ATV SONGS LLC;
Facts about Alexandra Leaving
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Alexandra Leaving is written by Leonard Cohen, Sharon Robinson.
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It is first released on October 08, 2001 as part of Leonard Cohen's album "Ten New Songs" which includes 10 tracks in total. This song is the 6th track on this album.
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When it comes to the meaning of the lyrics, the legendary song 'Alexandra Leaving' written by Leonard Cohen has depicted the exit of love along with the entire range and mingling of emotions; the sad ones and the happy ones. The poetical words of the song present Alexandra as the metaphor for love's departure aiming at the audience to acknowledge the loss that cannot be avoided and not to use denial or manipulation as a way of dealing with the pain. The lyrics of 'Alexandra Leaving' mainly focus on love, heartbreak, contemplation, conflict and reminiscence. However, on the other hand, the piece intimates the value of loss and saying goodbye, love and desire, and acceptance and contemplation. The text covers such themes as love and loss, and therefore, it might be advisable for children to have parental guidance when listening to the song. There are no direct references to violence, sex, or drug use, but the emotional weight and the intricacy of the themes might not be appropriate for every young kid.
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Alexandra Leaving falls under the genre Pop.
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Alexandra Leaving song length is 5 minutes and 22 seconds.
Who wrote Alexandra Leaving lyrics?
Alexandra Leaving is written by Leonard Cohen, Sharon Robinson.
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When was Alexandra Leaving released?
It is first released on October 08, 2001 as part of Leonard Cohen's album "Ten New Songs" which includes 10 tracks in total. This song is the 6th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Alexandra Leaving lyrics?
When it comes to the meaning of the lyrics, the legendary song 'Alexandra Leaving' written by Leonard Cohen has depicted the exit of love along with the entire range and mingling of emotions; the sad ones and the happy ones. The poetical words of the song present Alexandra as the metaphor for love's departure aiming at the audience to acknowledge the loss that cannot be avoided and not to use denial or manipulation as a way of dealing with the pain. The lyrics of 'Alexandra Leaving' mainly focus on love, heartbreak, contemplation, conflict and reminiscence. However, on the other hand, the piece intimates the value of loss and saying goodbye, love and desire, and acceptance and contemplation. The text covers such themes as love and loss, and therefore, it might be advisable for children to have parental guidance when listening to the song. There are no direct references to violence, sex, or drug use, but the emotional weight and the intricacy of the themes might not be appropriate for every young kid.
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Which genre is Alexandra Leaving?
Alexandra Leaving falls under the genre Pop.
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How long is the song Alexandra Leaving?
Alexandra Leaving song length is 5 minutes and 22 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Leonard Cohen, Sharon Robinson
Record Label(s): 2001 Sony Music Entertainment
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