Steven Page - Hallelujah
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- NOTE: COMMENTS BY APPROVAL ONLY. Though I and others should respect your political views and opinions, I posted this so you could enjoy Steven Page's rendition of this song, and the tribute to Jack Layton.
Steven Page sings Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" at Jack Layton's State Funeral
Aug 27 2011 - (Kevin Hearn on Piano - Kevin Fox on Cello)
Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah"
I've heard there was a secret chord
That David played, and it pleased the Lord
But you don't really care for music, do you?
Well it goes like this
The fourth, the fifth
The minor fall, the major lift
The baffled king composing Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Your faith was strong but still you needed proof
You saw her bathing on the roof
Her beauty in the moonlight overthrew you
She tied you to a kitchen chair
She broke your throne, and she cut your hair
And from your lips she drew the Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Baby I've been here before
I know this room, and I've walked this floor
You see I used to live alone before I knew you.
I've seen your flag on the marble arch
But Love is not just some victory march
It's a cold and it's a broken Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
There was a time when you let me know
What's really going on below
But now you never show it to me, do you?
Remember when I moved in you
The holy dove was moving too
And every breath we drew was Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Oh maybe there's a God above
But all I've ever learned from love
Was how to shoot at someone who outdrew you
See it's not a cry you can hear at night
It's not somebody who has seen the light
It's a cold and a very broken Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
You say I took the name in vain
But see, I don't even know the name
If I did, well really, what's it to you?
Because there's a blaze of light in every word
It doesn't matter which you heard
The holy or the broken Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
I did my best, it wasn't much
I couldn't feel, so I tried to touch
I've told the truth, I didn't come to fool you
And even though it all went wrong
I'll stand before the Lord of Song
With nothing on my tongue but Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
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Little known fact: k.d lang's version of this song was playing in Mr Layton's room on the morning of his passing. This is why they had Steven Page sing it at the funeral. Brings tears to my eyes every time.
Steven Page is one of the greatest voices Canada has produced.I hope the family of Jack Layton enjoyed his rendition of this classic Canadian song.
I met Jack many times. He always treated me like a billion bucks. He made me feel like I could get off my reserve and make a better future for my community. He was right. He encouraged me to leave and go to school, I just graduated. he passed 3 months into my nursing program. When i graduate this NOV I'm going to pin a picture of him over my heart. If I never met him, and if he didnt go out of his way to keep contacting me to support me and my dreams i wouldn't be here as proud as I am today
"I did my best, though it wasn't much. I couldn't feel, so I learned to touch. I told the truth; I didn't come to fool you. And even though it all went wrong, I'll stand before the lord of song with nothing on my tongue but hallelujah".
Jack was cut down far too soon.
I didn't think anybody could do better singing this song than Jeff Buckley but Steven Page did an absolutely amazing job. I had shivers running down my spine because it was so good.
That voice was my childhood. The very first tape I ever bought with my own allowance was "Rock Spectacle."
GIVE IT UP GOOGLE NOT HAPPENING Same. 'Cept it was a gift for my tenth birthday.
steven page's voice makes me shiver. so much power. so much talent.
A friend of mine, a Canadian, a musician and sound engineer who bled music, passed away today. I happened upon this performance, which I'd forgotten about. And it's nearly perfect to help a little tonight. Thank you, Steven, and rest in peace, Mr. Layton.
Sorry for your loss.
Omg, I never imagined I'd ever hear him sing this song. I've got tears pouring down my face. Thank you so much for sharing this.
I think that Steven Page is so good that nobody seems to realize that Kevin Hearn is playing the piano here! Glad they are still in touch. RIP Leonard Cohen :(
Wrong page ! This about Jack Layton !
I love that Kevin is part of this. I miss BNL without Steve.
You don't know how many times I have come here to listen to this since I found it. Thank you. It's a cold and very broken Hallelujah! Leonard Cohen, what can you say? Steven Page's rendition is absolute perfection to me. I feel it, how can you not?
Jack Layton was an honest politician.......a true man of the people.
Brilliant vocal. This should be a lesson for every aspiring singer. Obviously incredibly gifted with a great sounding voice. There are 10 million other great voices in the world. He knows how to sing a song, and that makes all the difference. I could listen to him all day.
Arguably my greatest vocal influence, in 22 years of singing as a concert vocalist
Not only the best version of the song, but a perfect display of a unique, powerful vocalist
All BNL controversy aside, Page is a great influence and hero to me - I hope he realizes the value, influence, and power he's always had to help others - with his voice.
"Your music saved my life" -- Page, I was holding that sign in St. Louis 6 years ago -- you nodded to me, said thank you and handed me your guitar pick.
I'm not religious but I keep coming back here to listen to this...
I wept bitterly when I saw this on TV back when that great man died. That's how I know I'm Canadian
My husband suggested I watch this performance. I am in tears. A beautiful rendition of Leonard's song. Thank you.
Thankyou so much Stephen Page for continuing your career after BNL. You were a shining star in that band and you've continued solo and helped them carry on without you. You're an inspiration to everyone. No hatred. All love. I wish the press could have seen the happiness you gave your fans before they decided they wanted to make a quick buck. Come back to the UK soon. Please.
I remember the year Jack Layton died. I was sad, even if i didn't agree with all his views. He was the only politician who had earned my respect, and he died just three years before i could vote for him.... Three years before i could say i voted for a man i respected as a human being, politician or not. He was a good man, and i wish more people in his line of work were like him.... Jack Layton i will miss you. I hope one day that someone will fill your shoes, and bring back the best damn opposition Canada ever had! Until then, Goodnight Mr. Layton
Still hurts to this day. ;(
He was a genuine man!
I love this version that Page sings ... it is the best
greatest vocalist ever
Brian Gilstrap better than Freddy Mercury?
Well, Karen, he's a very different vocalist than Freddy. Freddy is bombast and EPICNESS, while Steven is much more subdued and (IMO) has more pathos. Freddy's what you listen to when you want to be cheered up, because even his sad songs have a level of grandeur that makes you want to pump your fist more than cry. Steven's what you listen to when you want to feel . . . I don't even know, melancholy? Even his happiest songs have an undercurrent of depression that I think you can hear in his voice. They're both exceptionally talented, just at different things.
(I realize I did to an extent conflate songwriting with singing, and that's my bad. It's just hard to describe the mood of a voice/song without getting into the writing.)
Look up Mike Patton my friend
One of the most moving pieces ever, this is as good as the original. Steven did Mr. Cohen's song proud.
I've said it before.... Every singer should learn from Steven Paige about to how to sing a song with emotion and FEEL. This song was great before Steven Paige was a star, and then he shows why he's a star. This video should be a seminar for singers. THIS is how you sing a song.
best prime minister we never had.
This performance still brings tears to my eyes five years later. Powerful.
Beautiful, I miss Steven Paige!
This is beautiful. From what I've read about Mr. Layton, he sounds like the type of politician we could greatly benefit from here in the States.
His voice and artistry take my breath away every time. One of my lifelong heroes, for so many reasons. Steven, please keep doing what you do.
this reminds me what a remarkable song this is. a stunningly unique rendition by page and a very poignant, personal tribute to a man, a canadian, who will truly missed in so many ways. jack layton had the singular, magical gift of inspiration and we owe it to him to carry on.
This song always moves me, and Steve always sings with so much emotion. AWESOME version!
And yet again a performance by Steven Page touched me so deeply I know that I'm a better person for it. Thank you, Steven.
R.I.P. dear Jack Layton.
never have I been more inspired by a man with politics, and I don't like politics, but I loved jack. I still follow his ideals, and wish all polititians could have had the heart and integrity that he had.
Having grown up in Toronto, I was fortunate enough to witness Jack's great work in city council. He stuck up for those without a voice in city hall. He brought this great work ethic to the House of Commons too. Jack never threw anyone overboard. I think it's appropriate that his funeral would include Steven Page. Page had a difficult time with a drug related incident several years before. Jack would never abandon a friend. I'm quite sure Steven's inculsion in this funeral was Jack's idea.
This very beautiful. Thank you Steven Page.
It was amazing watching it. Jack was such an amazing person, and the song is so amazing. I'm glad they picked Steven Page to sing it. RIP Jack Layton, you will be missed. Everybody stay loving hopeful and optimistic for Jack and Canada.
I wish we didn't lose Jack :( One of the people that could've made canada better :(
Julie Delahooke I agree,
I watch this about once a month still... Very moving
great song, great artist..
great leader in Layton.
RIP.
Thanks for the upload
I linked this to a friend who loves this song and even they went 'wow'. Steven did a breath taking performance.
One of the most moving songs and one of the most powerful voices in popular music. Thanks for posting this.
I seriously ugly cry every time I hear this, even more so for the loss of one of the greatest leaders this country had known!
Fell in lov with that song this day.
His voice is so touching. I feel it in the heart of my soul when he sings this song to Jack Layton
I was home and listening to CBC broadcast... I was just crying myself out... what a beautiful rendition!
As a young activist with little hope for today's government/politics, Jack was one of the only sincere souls to inspire and motivate me. He was one of my fleeting glimpses of hope for our country. I can only hope I can live out the way he taught and lived. Rest in peace, Jack. We'll see you.
Very moving, indeed. Personally, kd Lang's version, moves me the most. Cohen's is a classic, no doubt. I adore Steven Pages voice, and always have.. I miss Jack every day. We must move forward with his message, and others before Jack, who inspired us to come together, united, for the people. #Occupy is one way. Volunteering, talking to people on the streets, whatever you choose, just DO something... Jack would be proud.
great to see steve and kevin back together playing this song. awesome
A great song made more remarkable by an unparalleled talent.
He belts this out. Great job!
well jennb752 7 Steven just lost a good friend and probably had a hard time keeping it together ...I think he did a wonderful job and what a nice tribute to a good friend....I think your coke and booze comments are mean spirited and uncalled for ....Well done Steven
Great job. I still miss Jack Layton after all this time.
i've replayed this video about 5 times in the past hour, i did the same thing two days ago. it's beautiful!
Fell in lov with this song and Leonard Cohen :)
Steven Page.......1 of the 4 or 5 Greatest Singers of all time.......
Most beautiful song EVER written. EVER.
one of the best singers ever if you ask me. I actually feel like crying now
It sent shivers down my spine! Thanks & God bless!
Steven took this song to a new level. I've played it and played it.
This is perfect. I love Steven Page and this song...great, great, great!
Beautiful, Touching. Today, this moment is amongst many, a beautiful way to honor Leanorad Cohen.
merci beaucoup, thank you what an amazing man, as a full grown man i've never cried so much over anything.
i am now crying well sheeeeaaatt
Beautiful.
Beautiful song. You Canadians are into this. Nice to see really.
Thank you for posting this marvelous rendition by the incredible Steve Page which now I suppose may be considered a tribute to both Jack and Leonard.
Absolutely beautiful rendition.........So heartfelt and real.......Great job Steven....RIP Mr. Layton.......You were an exceptional human being........
My second favorite version of this song, the best one is by KD Lang IMHO....if she and Steven did a duet of this song??? HOLY CRAP would that be amazing! Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful, simply beautiful.
i didn't even watch this yet and i already liked it ilu steven pls come back :'c
your legacy will live on forever, thanks jack
Literally brought me to tears and ive seen this like 10 timea
beautiful rendition of this great song, amazing voice
This rendition seems to be the most moving one that I've heard.
Beautiful, loves me some Page.
Had me crying for the duration, just amazing.
Absolutely beautiful.
wow what an awesome rendition of a beautiful song.
I think the essence of the song is captured in the lines that Leonard wrote...
But Love is not just some victory march
It's a cold and it's a broken Hallelujah
Take from the song what you will. That's the beauty of art.
Beautiful song.. Rest in Peace, Jack Layton...
You did good Mr. Page, thank you.
Sweet voice. Glad Steven is back on track and happy now!
This made me cry.
We can certainly hope :) VERY nice to see them performing together again!
Such a great performance.
Simply amazing.
Beautiful
Great tribute to Jack Layton.
Beautiful song and very well done by Mr. Page. Also, I have nothing but respect for Mr. Layton. He was a gift to our country and will be sadly missed. But I found this choice of song awkward if not inappropriate for a funeral.
I had just a couple of brushes with Jack Layton, back when he was a Toronto City Councillor. I was making a presentation in the chambers on a very small issue, but one important to me at the time. Everyone was almost asleep before it even was my turn to speak, and gave me little attention, except for one Councillor. He listened, he got enthused, he asked questions, he thanked me for coming. He was the only one. I walked out thinking to myself ... who was that guy ? It was Jack. The next time, he was dressed up as William Lyon Mackenzie for some reason. Kissed my baby daughter. Miss him.
Wonderful tribute.
Powerful!
It's been a year now, and the wound is still deep and painful. Jack, why did you have to go? Jack. :/
i cry every time
Very moving.
I held my tears until I read your post Terry McDermott!! Its just truly beautiful!!!
in a way, Steve Page introduced me to Jack Layton. I was a young BNL fan boy and I heard Page was speaking at an event in Toronto. I went, met both Page and Layton, and the rest is orange history.
He is playing in my city tonight for a free pre canada day concert :) i wish i could be there so bad!!
Great Job Steve!!!!
This is my favorite interpretation of Hallelujah, Steven you are amazing!!!... ( sorry Leonard, but you're still one of my favorite singer)