Leonard Cohen – Songbook (LP, CBS, ca. 1980s) – Vintage Folk & Poetry Collection

Description:
This LP, "Songbook," by Leonard Cohen is a carefully compiled collection of his best-known works, released on the CBS label. Featuring songs like "Suzanne," "So Long, Marianne," and "Bird on the Wire," the album combines the melancholic poetry and warm depth that made Cohen's music distinctive for decades.

The production reflects Cohen's characteristic reductionism – minimalist, honest, and emotionally precise. The songbook is a classic for all who appreciate folk, singer-songwriter, and literary music.

Historical background:
Leonard Cohen (1934–2016) was not only a musician, but also a poet, writer, and philosopher. His lyrics influenced generations of songwriters—from Bob Dylan to Nick Cave. In the 1970s and 80s, he cemented his reputation as a “poet with a guitar,” who captured complex themes such as love, loss, and spirituality in simple, poignant words. This songbook gathers some of his most compelling tracks from this period.

Condition:

• Vinyl: Very good (VG+) – glossy surface with only slight, insignificant signs of wear. Plays clearly and with low noise.

• Cover: Satisfactory to good (VG–VG) – corners bumped, upper right area with visible sticker residue, back cover slightly wavy and age-spotted. Structurally sound, text clearly legible.

Product details:

• Format: LP, 33 1/3 RPM

• Artist: Leonard Cohen

• Album: Songbook

• Label: CBS – CBS 81 111

• Year of publication: approximately early 1980s

• Origin: Germany

• Genre: Folk, Singer-songwriter

• Design style: Simple, text-based layout with classic 80s CBS look

Notes:

• Original CBS edition

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