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Leonard Cohen Avalanche Lyrics
Total views: 1 time this week / Rating: 8/10 [2 votes]Album: Songs of Love and Hate / Original Release Date: 1970Genre: Singer/SongwriterSong Duration: 5 min 01 sec
Avalanche
Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen
LEONARD COHEN
- Avalanche LyricsWell, I stepped into an avalanche, it covered up my soul
When I am not this hunchback that you see, I sleep beneath the golden hill
You who wish to conquer pain, you must learn, learn to serve me well
You strike my side by accident as you go down for your gold
The cripple here that you clothe and feed is neither starved nor cold
He does not ask for your company, not at the center, the center of the world
When I am on a pedestal, you did not raise me there
Your laws do not compel me to kneel grotesque and bare
I myself am the pedestal for this ugly hump at which you stare
You who wish to conquer pain, you must learn what makes me kind
The crumbs of love that you offer me, they're the crumbs I've left behind
Your pain is no credential here, it's just the shadow, shadow of my wound
I have begun to long for you, I who have no greed
I have begun to ask for you, I who have no need
You say you've gone away from me but I can feel you when you breathe
Do not dress in those rags for me, I know you are not poor
You don't love me quite so fiercely now when you know that you are not sure
It is your turn, beloved, it is your flesh that I wear
When I am not this hunchback that you see, I sleep beneath the golden hill
You who wish to conquer pain, you must learn, learn to serve me well
You strike my side by accident as you go down for your gold
The cripple here that you clothe and feed is neither starved nor cold
He does not ask for your company, not at the center, the center of the world
When I am on a pedestal, you did not raise me there
Your laws do not compel me to kneel grotesque and bare
I myself am the pedestal for this ugly hump at which you stare
The crumbs of love that you offer me, they're the crumbs I've left behind
Your pain is no credential here, it's just the shadow, shadow of my wound
I have begun to long for you, I who have no greed
I have begun to ask for you, I who have no need
You say you've gone away from me but I can feel you when you breathe
Do not dress in those rags for me, I know you are not poor
You don't love me quite so fiercely now when you know that you are not sure
It is your turn, beloved, it is your flesh that I wear
Facts about Avalanche
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Avalanche is written and performed by Leonard Cohen.
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It is first released in 1970 as part of Leonard Cohen's album "Songs of Love and Hate" which includes 9 tracks in total. This song is the opening track on this album.
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When it comes to the meaning of the lyrics, Leonard Cohen's 'Avalanche' is a deep and intricate exploration of human sufferings, love, power struggles and dependencies, among other themes. The 'avalanche' metaphor signifies one being engulfed by an emotional or mental storm while the 'pedestal' points to the distorted relationships of power and admiration between partners. The song Avalanche is mainly about reflecting, feeling powerful, being in love and being in despair and solitude at the same time. Through the lyrics, the song speaks of self-identity and self-worth, independence and autonomy, the critique of superficial love and charity, as well as interconnectedness and shared pain. The lyrics contain mature themes and imagery that may be challenging for younger audiences. The language and symbolism, while not explicit, are complex and could be interpreted in various ways, making it suitable for an older audience with parental guidance.
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Avalanche falls under the genres Singer, Songwriter.
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Avalanche song length is 5 minutes and 01 seconds.
Who wrote Avalanche lyrics?
Avalanche is written and performed by Leonard Cohen.
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When was Avalanche released?
It is first released in 1970 as part of Leonard Cohen's album "Songs of Love and Hate" which includes 9 tracks in total. This song is the opening track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Avalanche lyrics?
When it comes to the meaning of the lyrics, Leonard Cohen's 'Avalanche' is a deep and intricate exploration of human sufferings, love, power struggles and dependencies, among other themes. The 'avalanche' metaphor signifies one being engulfed by an emotional or mental storm while the 'pedestal' points to the distorted relationships of power and admiration between partners. The song Avalanche is mainly about reflecting, feeling powerful, being in love and being in despair and solitude at the same time. Through the lyrics, the song speaks of self-identity and self-worth, independence and autonomy, the critique of superficial love and charity, as well as interconnectedness and shared pain. The lyrics contain mature themes and imagery that may be challenging for younger audiences. The language and symbolism, while not explicit, are complex and could be interpreted in various ways, making it suitable for an older audience with parental guidance.
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Which genre is Avalanche?
Avalanche falls under the genres Singer, Songwriter.
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How long is the song Avalanche?
Avalanche song length is 5 minutes and 01 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Leonard Cohen
Record Label(s): Originally released 1970 All rights reserved by SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT (P) 2007 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
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