I'm Your Man

Leonard Cohen

About I'm Your Man

"I'm Your Man" is a song written by Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, first released on the album of the same name. Originally released as a single in 1988, it reached number 57 in the French charts after Cohen's death in 2016.


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2008
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If you want a lover
I'll do anything you ask me to
And if you want another kind of love
I'll wear a mask for you
If you want a partner, take my hand, or
If you want to strike me down in anger
Here I stand
I'm your man

If you want a boxer
I will step into the ring for you
And if you want a doctor
I'll examine every inch of you
If you want a driver, climb inside
Or if you want to take me for a ride
You know you can
I'm your man

Ah, the moon's too bright
The chain's too tight
The beast won't go to sleep
I've been running through these promises to you
That I made and I could not keep
Ah, but a man never got a woman back
Not by begging on his knees
Or I'd crawl to you baby and I'd fall at your feet
And I'd howl at your beauty like a dog in heat
And I'd claw at your heart, and I'd tear at your sheet
I'd say please (please)
I'm your man

And if you've got to sleep a moment on the road
I will steer for you
And if you want to work the street alone
I'll disappear for you
If you want a father for your child
Or only want to walk with me a while across the sand
I'm your man

If you want a lover
I'll do anything you ask me to
And if you want another kind of love
I'll wear a mask for you

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Leonard Cohen

Leonard Norman Cohen, (September 21, 1934- November 7, 2016) CC GOQ, was a Canadian singer-songwriter, musician, poet, and novelist. His work often explored religion, isolation, sexuality, and interpersonal relationships. Cohen was inducted into the American Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and both the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. He was also a Companion of the Order of Canada, the nation's highest civilian honour. In 2011 Cohen received Prince of Asturias Award for literature. more »

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Written by: Leonard Cohen

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10 facts about this song

Songwriter and Singer
"I’m Your Man" is written, composed and sung by Leonard Cohen himself, proving his versatility as a musician.
Album
The song "I'm Your Man" comes from Cohen’s album of the same name. This eighth studio album, "I'm Your Man," was released in 1988.
Style Evolution
The "I’m Your Man" song marked a significant shift in Cohen's musical style, demonstrating his transition from primarily folk music to synthesizers and drum machines.
Humoristic Touch
The song, like much of Cohen’s work, includes humour amongst its primary narrative, considered rare for songs of its genre.
Popularity
"I'm Your Man" remains one of Cohen's most popular songs. It features in several pop culture contexts, including film and television.
Live Performances
Leonard Cohen typically recited the poem "A Thousand Kisses Deep" before performing "I'm Your Man" during his concerts after the year 2000.
Covers
The song has been frequently covered by other artists, showing its lasting impact and popularity. Artists who have covered "I’m Your Man" include Nick Cave, Patricia O'Callaghan, and Elton John.
Late Success
Despite not being an initial commercial success, the album "I'm Your Man" (which includes the song) grew in popularity over time. Today, it is one of Cohen's most successful albums.
Live Album Appearance
The song "I'm Your Man" also features on Cohen's 2009 live album "Live in London." This album was recorded during Cohen's tour in 2008, 20 years after the original release of the song.
Music Video
A music video was made for the song. Cohen himself is in the video, dressed in his trademark suit and fedora, performing the song on stage.

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