Song To My Assassin
Leonard Cohen · Other Songs - Leonard Cohen
(Michael) We were chosen, we were chosen
Miles and miles apart
I to love your kingdom
You to love my heart
(Angels) We were chosen
We do what must
What must be done
(Michael) The love is intermittent
The discipline continues
I work on your spirit
You work on my sinews.
(Angels) We work on his sinews
And the discipline continues
We have fun 'cause
We do what must
What must be done
(Michael) I watch myself from where you are
Please do not be mistaken
The spider web you see me through
Is the view I've always taken
Begin the ceremony now
That we have been preparing
I'm tired of this marble floor
That we have both been sharing.
(Angels) Now we will be sharing
What he has been preparing!
(Girls) He's the only one
He's the only one
He's the riddle of the music
He's the music of my life
(Boys) Now it begins
Now it begins
He's the riddle of the music
He's the music of the sacrifice
(Valkyries) Messenger
Messenger
Our will
Will be done
(Angels) We work on his sinews
And the discipline continues
(Everyone) Begin the ceremony
Begin the sacrifice ...
Song To My Assassin
Leonard Cohen's "Song To My Assassin" stands as a haunting exploration of betrayal and the consequences of love gone wrong. Recorded during his later years, the track exemplifies Cohen's signature blend of poetic lyricism and melancholic melody. The song delves into the psychological toll of infidelity, portraying the betrayed partner's perspective with raw vulnerability. Its haunting vocal delivery and sparse arrangement underscore the emotional weight of the narrative, making it a quintessential example of Cohen's ability to transform personal sorrow into universal art. The recording reflects the depth of his work in the late 20th century, continuing to resonate with listeners who appreciate introspective folk and rock music.