![]() ![]() The chord progression in the lyrics is in fact how “Hallelujah” is played. Even a song that pleased the Lord is not enough to win this girl over. But he also knows that she is not into music. Cohen even tries to play the same chords by narrating “It goes like this, the fourth, the fifth/The minor fall, the major lift” to please this girl. King David-, the second king of The United Kingdom of Israel and Judah, is also credited for composing the Psalms, that pleased the Lord. The singer draws a Biblical reference to when David played to flee evil spirits off of King Saul-the first king of The United Kingdom of Israel and Judah. ![]() We will be taking you through the original 7-verse composition by Leonard Cohen in the below lyrics interpretations. Lyrics Review and Song Meaning of “Hallelujah” Other notable covers were done by Bon Jovi, Alexandra Burke and Pentatonix. These are only some of the notable covers of “Halleluja” that shaped the song as we know it today. Also, Wainwright’s cover is included in the official soundtrack of the movie ‘Shrek.’ His version included a piano which added to the sorrowful tone of the song. This is yet again a take on the five-verse anthem inspired by John Cale. The American singer and songwriter Rufus Wainwright covered the song after listening to Jeff Buckley’s cover. ![]()
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