Leonard Cohen quizzes
Leonard Cohen was a Canadian singer-songwriter and poet known for his deep baritone and haunting lyrics; his song "Hallelujah" became a global classic and defines his musical legacy. Fans and newcomers alike praise Cohen's poetic storytelling and enduring influence on folk and contemporary music.
Did You Know?
Leonard Cohen began his public career as a poet and novelist—publishing the poetry collection Let Us Compare Mythologies at age 23 and the experimental novel Beautiful Losers in 1966—before becoming a recording artist.
Practice Questions
Q:Where was Leonard Cohen born?
A:Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Leonard Cohen was born in Montreal in 1934 into a Jewish family. The city’s bilingual culture and literary scene shaped his early poetic and musical development.
Q:Which song is Cohen best known for?
A:Hallelujah.
Released in 1984, ‘Hallelujah’ gained massive fame through covers. Its biblical imagery and emotional ambiguity made it a modern classic across genres.
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