So Long, Marianne
Leonard Cohen · 1989
41 min · 12 tracks · blues · folk rock · pop rock
A bittersweet blend of introspective lyrics and haunting melodies that encapsulate love and loss.
Why this album works
This album is significant not only for its poignant songwriting but also for its impact on the singer-songwriter genre, influencing artists who followed. 'So Long, Marianne' features some of Cohen's most enduring songs, cementing his legacy in popular music and earning critical acclaim throughout his career.
- Best for
- steady reflective listening experience bittersweet emotional resonance introspective moments of solitude
- Context
- By the time Leonard Cohen released 'So Long, Marianne' in 1989, he was already a revered figure in music and literature. This album arrived after his previous works like 'I'm Your Man,' which marked a significant shift toward a more electronic sound, indicating his continual evolution as an artist while maintaining his poetic roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Loverboy· Gordon Lightfoot· Anne Murray· The Guess Who· Barenaked Ladies· Bruce Cockburn· The Tragically Hip· Crash Test Dummies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Who by Fire 2:32
- 2 So Long, Marianne Standout 5:38
- 3 Chelsea Hotel #2 Standout 3:05
- 4 Lady Midnight 2:57
- 5 Sisters of Mercy 3:34
- 6 Bird on the Wire Standout 3:25
- 7 Suzanne 3:48
- 8 Lover Lover Lover 3:20
- 9 Winter Lady 2:17
- 10 Tonight Will Be Fine 3:48
- 11 The Partisan 3:24
- 12 Diamonds in the Mine 3:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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