Leonard Cohen

Canadian Singer-Songwriter and Poet

Leonard Cohen was a Canadian singer-songwriter, poet, and novelist whose career spanned nearly five decades. Born on September 21, 1934, in Westmount, Quebec, Cohen initially emerged as a poet and novelist before delving into music. His first album, "Songs of Leonard Cohen," was released in 1967 and established his blend of folk music with poetic lyrics. Cohen's deep baritone voice and thoughtful, evocative songwriting earned him critical acclaim and a devoted following. Over the years, he released numerous albums that explored themes of love, religion, politics, isolation, sexuality, and personal relationships.