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More Best of Leonard Cohen

Leonard Cohen · 1997

71 min · 13 tracks · blues · folk rock · pop rock

A tapestry of haunting melodies and introspective lyrics that showcase Cohen's poetic prowess and deep emotional resonance.

Why this album works

'More Best of Leonard Cohen' is significant for capturing the breadth of Cohen's career up to that point, featuring both studio cuts and live performances. It achieved commercial success, reaching high positions on various international charts, which reintroduced his work to a new generation of listeners and solidified his status as a cultural icon.
Career context
By the release of 'More Best of Leonard Cohen' in 1997, Cohen was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, following his 1992 album 'The Future'. This compilation came after a period of relative quietness, as he had spent much of the late '80s and early '90s away from the music scene, focusing on other creative pursuits including writing.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Everybody Knows 5:32
  • 2 I'm Your Man Standout 4:24
  • 3 Take This Waltz 5:58
  • 4 Tower of Song 5:37
  • 5 Anthem 6:06
  • 6 Democracy 7:13
  • 7 The Future 6:41
  • 8 Closing Time 5:59
  • 9 Dance Me to the End of Love (live) Standout 6:11
  • 10 Suzanne (live) 4:19
  • 11 Hallelujah (live) Standout 6:55
  • 12 Never Any Good 5:05
  • 13 The Great Event 1:09

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