I’m a Cohen fan. He introduced me to this song probably back in the early 80s or when ever he wrote it. So, I’m sold on his version. I know it’s personal taste but he tends to put a little vinegar into it where as all the competition add sugar.
It was Rufus, then slid back to Cohen. Haven’t heard Cale.
If you’re a fan of Cohen, how about Nick Cave? Kind of hit and miss, but “The Boatman’s Call” is a wonderful cd, and “Into My Arms” and “People Ain’t No Good” rank up there with the best of Cohen.
O.K. It’s probably Handel. He looks like he had a sheep crash land on his head.
[quote]It was Rufus, then slid back to Cohen. Haven’t heard Cale.
If you’re a fan of Cohen, how about Nick Cave? Kind of hit and miss, but “The Boatman’s Call” is a wonderful cd, and “Into My Arms” and “People Ain’t No Good” rank up there with the best of Cohen.[/quote]
I’ve been a Nick Cave fan for years since his very early days. He hasn’t lost a thing. I’ve got two songs off Abattoir Blues/Lyre of Orpheus called Breathless and Nature Boy playing in my car now. He’s definitely one of the greatest ever. He doesn’t require a sheep to look chic, either. He does have his own Hellalujah, but it’s quite something else.