Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen · Arts & Literature
Poet and Singer-Songwriter
1934, Montreal, Canada — 2016, Los Angeles, United States
Canada · United States · Greece
Leonard Cohen is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Poet and Singer-Songwriter
Leonard Cohen was a Canadian singer-songwriter and poet whose works, including 'Hallelujah' and 'Suzanne,' fused literary depth with spare music and became modern standards. Born into a prominent Montreal Jewish family of Kohen (priestly) lineage, he remained openly and deeply engaged with Jewish tradition throughout his life. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.
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Source: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Poet and Singer-Songwriter
Source: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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