You Know Who I Am (Take 2) (17 Oct Session) Lyrics
Leonard Cohen
Lyrics
I cannot follow you, my love
You cannot follow me
I am the distance you put between
All of the moments that we will be
You know who I am
You've stared at the sun
Well I am the one who loves
Changing from nothing to one
Sometimes I need you naked
Sometimes I need you wild
I need you to carry my children in
And I need you to kill a child
You know who I am
You've stared at the sun
Well I am the one who loves
Changing from nothing to one
I will surrender there
And I will leave with you one broken man
Whom I will teach you to repair
You know who I am
You've stared at the sun
Well I am the one who loves
Changing from nothing to one
I cannot follow you, my love
You cannot follow me
I am the distance you put between
All of the moments that we will be
You know who I am
You've stared at the sun
Well I am the one who loves
Changing from nothing to one
Song & Lyrics Facts
"You Know Who I Am (Take 2) (17 Oct Session)" is a song by Leonard Cohen, released on his 1968 album Songs from a Room. The track was recorded in October 17th session at Columbia Recording Studios in Nashville and produced by Bob Johnston.
Genre-wise it can be classified as folk rock with elements of country music. Lyrics for the song were written solely by Leonard Cohen himself. Band members who took part in recording are Charlie Daniels (bass guitar), Kenneth Buttrey (drums), Fred Carter Jr. (guitar), Bobby Scott (piano). The lyrics of "You Know Who I Am (Take 2) (17 Oct Session)" reflect themes of self-reflection and acceptance. They tell story of an individual trying to find their place in life and accepting themselves despite all flaws and imperfections. This track has been praised for its unique sound and atmosphere, which perfectly captures emotions present in the lyrics.