Leonard Cohen, "The Captain", Various Positions (1984 album)
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Complain, complain, that's all you've done ever since we lost, If it's not the crucifixion then it's the holocaust.
— Leonard Cohen on The Holocaust
What It Means
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Source: Wikiquote: "The Holocaust" (Quotes)
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About Leonard Cohen
Leonard Norman Cohen, CC, GOQ (21 September 1934 - 7 November 2016) was a Canadian poet, songwriter, singer, and novelist noted for the bold exploration of religion, politics, sexuality, personal relationships and personal isolation in his works.
About Leonard Cohen
Leonard Norman Cohen, CC, GOQ (21 September 1934 - 7 November 2016) was a Canadian poet, songwriter, singer, and novelist noted for the bold exploration of religion, politics, sexuality, personal relationships and personal isolation in his works.
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