Leonard Cohen (1934-2016), Legendary Songwriter, Poet, Artist and a True Voice of Many Generations
Leonard Cohen, the brilliant, prolific, award-winning, legendary singer, songwriter, poet and author passed away today at his home in Los Angeles. He was 82 years old. Friends and fan have shared their sadness for the loss of such an iconic artist.
"Like a bird on the wire
Like a drunk in a midnight choir
I have tried, in my way, to be free."
-Leonard Cohen— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) November 11, 2016
"I remember you well, in the Chelsea hotel, you were famous- your heart was a legend…" see you on the other side Leonard Cohen.
— Adam Savage (@donttrythis) November 11, 2016
No other artist's music felt or sounded like Leonard Cohen's. Yet his work resonated across generations. Canada and the world will miss him.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) November 11, 2016
Rest in piece Mr. Cohen. You can hear the boats go by. You can spend the night forever.
Lori Dorn
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