Songs from a Room
Leonard Cohen · 1969
35 min · 10 tracks · blues · folk rock · pop rock
Intimate storytelling unfolds over sparse arrangements, blending folk sensibilities with Cohen's signature gravelly vocals.
Songs from a Room is an album by Leonard Cohen, released in 1969. Intimate storytelling unfolds over sparse arrangements, blending folk sensibilities with Cohen's signature gravelly vocals. 'Songs from a Room' is notable for its critical acclaim and the iconic song 'Bird on the Wire,' which has since become one of Cohen's signature tracks. The album helped further establish Cohen as a key figure in the singer-songwriter movement and received praise for its introspective lyrics and emotional depth. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Songs from a Room sound like?
Intimate storytelling unfolds over sparse arrangements, blending folk sensibilities with Cohen's signature gravelly vocals. Rooted in blues and folk rock.
What makes Songs from a Room by Leonard Cohen notable?
'Songs from a Room' is notable for its critical acclaim and the iconic song 'Bird on the Wire,' which has since become one of Cohen's signature tracks. The album helped further establish Cohen as a key figure in the singer-songwriter movement and received praise for its introspective lyrics and emotional depth. Released on April 7, 1969, 'Songs from a Room' was Leonard Cohen's second album, following his acclaimed debut 'Songs of Leonard Cohen' in 1967. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from a poet to a celebrated musician, solidifying his unique voice in the folk music scene.
How many songs are on Songs from a Room?
Songs from a Room has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Bird on the Wire Standout 3:26
- 2 Story of Isaac Standout 3:35
- 3 A Bunch of Lonesome Heroes 3:12
- 4 The Partisan 3:26
- 5 Seems So Long Ago, Nancy Standout 3:39
- 6 The Old Revolution 4:46
- 7 The Butcher 3:17
- 8 You Know Who I Am 3:28
- 9 Lady Midnight 2:56
- 10 Tonight Will Be Fine 3:47
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