Erling Ellingsen sings 'Hallelujah'

This is my birthday present to my father, who turns 66 years old today. Being a man of faith, I understand he's quite fond of the song. So I also took the liberty of adding a small prayer near the end. Hope you like it, dad.

I know a million people and their grandmothers have made a cover of this song. Perhaps I should just take that as a challenge.

This is Leonard Cohen's famous song 'Hallelujah', but the version I am basing this on is actually K.D Lang's version. As much as I like the original, K.D Lang's version is just fantastic. To me, it's even better than Jeff Buckley's version. Besides, K.D Lang rocks!

For the first time I also added a bit of choir using my own voice. You'll hear it in the second half of the song. I think it turned out OK!

I hope everyone enjoys it. As always I much appreciate feedback, be it good or bad, as long as it's constructive and will help me improve.

And, oh! Happy birthday, dad!

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[lykketrolle06]

Really enjoy your version of the song. Reminds me of my mom and uncle's funeral. Brings back memories <3

[Erling Ellingsen]

Thank you for your comment, sorry for the late reply! I'm very glad you like the song, I hope it conjures comfort for you. I have actually sung this song in a funeral once, it's very powerful.

[TJWRDS]

I generally don't like it when singers take liberties with the actual notes in the vocals, but I really liked the playing around you did with this. Brilliant voice as always.

[Erling Ellingsen]

Many thanks. :-)

[Inturned]

I saw your funcom videos for aoc thought they were great you have such a touching voice this is my most favoured version of Hallelujah i'v heard yet ...... Keep it going Erling big thumbs up from me :)

[Erling Ellingsen]

Thanks, man! That's a fantastic compliment! Wow.

[sarahstpatrick]

your welcome im glad he liked it i cant wait to listen to your next video xx =)

[Erling Ellingsen]

Thank you for the wonderful compliment. And yes, fortunately my dad was very happy for the present. :-)

[Erling Ellingsen]

Thank you, much appreciated! Glad to hear you are playing and enjoying AoC!

[Classic0187]

I don't know you mate, but I play AOC (still) and love it. But I have to say I really enjoyed your rendition of this song. Very nice. Props from the USA!