This signed sheet music is for Chelsea Hotel #2 by Leonard Cohen, autographed by the legendary poet and songwriter himself. Released in 1974 on Cohen’s album New Skin for the Old Ceremony, Chelsea Hotel #2 is one of his most intimate and autobiographical songs. Inspired by his brief encounter with Janis Joplin at New York’s famed Chelsea Hotel, the track combines candid confession with Cohen’s trademark poetic sensibility. Unlike many of his more metaphorical works, this song is strikingly direct, detailing both tenderness and regret with unflinching honesty. Its sparse acoustic arrangement and Cohen’s gravelly, vulnerable vocal delivery create an atmosphere of raw intimacy, making it a standout in his catalog. Leonard Cohen (1934–2016), hailed as one of the greatest songwriters and poets of the modern era, was known for weaving together themes of love, spirituality, longing, and loss with unmatched lyrical depth. From Suzanne and Bird on the Wire to Famous Blue Raincoat and Hallelujah, Cohen created a body of work that balanced the personal with the universal. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and celebrated worldwide, Cohen’s artistry transcended genres and generations. Chelsea Hotel #2 exemplifies his ability to transform a fleeting personal memory into timeless art. Owning this signed sheet music for Chelsea Hotel #2 is more than a collectible—it’s a piece of musical and literary history tied to one of Cohen’s most revealing and human works. For fans of his artistry, admirers of 1970s singer-songwriters, and collectors of iconic memorabilia, this artifact captures the honesty, vulnerability, and poetic genius of one of Leonard Cohen’s most unforgettable songs.

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