Songs of Love and Hate — 1971

A stark, intense peak of literary folk, home to 'Famous Blue Raincoat'. Dark and beautiful. One of his best. Released in 1971 — a solid middle chapter.

On vinyl: Well-pressed originals still surface at reasonable prices; modern reissues are a safe bet if you want new.

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More from Leonard Cohen — where to go next

If you have Songs of Love and Hate, these are the Leonard Cohen records worth reaching for next.

1. 1
   Songs of Leonard Cohen1967 · Folk & Singer-Songwriter
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2. 2
   Songs of Love and Hate1971 · you're viewing this one
   Classic
3. 3
   New Skin for the Old Ceremony1974 · Folk & Singer-Songwriter
   Classic
4. 4
   Various Positions1984 · Folk & Singer-Songwriter
   Classic
5. 5
   I'm Your Man1988 · Folk & Singer-Songwriter
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