Alexandra Burke - Hallelujah

Cohen wrote over 80 verses. Burke uses a hybrid of the plus the “secret chord” / “David” verses.

It is frequently cited as one of the most iconic Christmas Number Ones, recently ranked #28 in a top 30 list by the Official UK Charts 2. Artistic Impact & Vocal Style alexandra burke - hallelujah

Performance Report: Alexandra Burke – "Hallelujah" Alexandra Burke’s rendition of Leonard Cohen’s "Hallelujah" remains one of the most successful and culturally significant covers in British pop history. Released following her victory on the fifth series of The X Factor Cohen wrote over 80 verses

The release triggered an unprecedented event on the UK Singles Chart known as the "Battle of the Hallelujahs". Music fans, some of whom were critical of the X Factor 's "pop" treatment of the song, launched a campaign to push to the top spot. Artistic Impact & Vocal Style Performance Report: Alexandra