Here It Is
Leonard Cohen · Other Songs - Leonard Cohen
And your seal and rings;
And here is your love
For all things.
Here is your cart,
And your cardboard and piss;
And here is your love
For all of this.
May everyone live,
And may everyone die.
Hello, my love,
And my love, Goodbye.
Here is your wine,
And your drunken fall;
And here is your love.
Your love for it all.
Here is your sickness.
Your bed and your pan;
And here is your love
For the woman, the man.
May everyone live,
And may everyone die.
Hello, my love,
And, my love, Goodbye.
And here is the night,
The night has begun;
And here is your death
In the heart of your son.
And here is the dawn,
(Until death do us part);
And here is your death,
In your daughterÂ’s heart.
May everyone live,
And may everyone die.
Hello, my love,
And, my love, Goodbye.
And here you are hurried,
And here you are gone;
And here is the love,
That itÂ’s all built upon.
Here is your cross,
Your nails and your hill;
And here is your love,
That lists where it will
May everyone live,
And may everyone die.
Hello, my love,
And my love, Goodbye.
Here It Is
Leonard Cohen's "Here It Is" stands as a poignant song in his extensive catalogue of introspective songwriting. Known for his deep, resonant baritone and poetic lyricism, Cohen often explored themes of love, loss, and spiritual longing throughout his career. This track reflects the intimate, melancholic atmosphere characteristic of his work, blending folk and pop sensibilities with a distinct literary quality. While often overshadowed by anthems like "Hallelujah" or "Bird on the Wire," the song captures the quiet intensity that defined his live performances and studio recordings. It serves as a reminder of Cohen's ability to distill complex human emotions into simple, powerful melodies, cementing his legacy as a master of the singer-songwriter genre.