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An Easter Hallelujah

By Cassandra Star Armstrong

16,206 views Jun 10, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Cassandra Star Armstrong and her sister Callahan perform an Easter-themed version of Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah, with lyrics by Kelley Mooney. The song retells the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ, describing the crown of thorns, the cross, the soldier's recognition, and the empty tomb. It focuses on the sacrifice of Christ and the joy of His resurrection, emphasizing that He died to save humanity and rose again after three days.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

A crown of thorns placed on His head

He knew that He would soon be dead

He said, "Did you forget me, Father did you?"

They nailed Him to a wooden cross

Soon all the world would feel the loss

Of Christ the King before His Hallelujah


Hallelujah, Hallelujah

Hallelujah, Hallelujah


He hung His head and prepared to die

Then lifted His face up to the sky

Said, "I am coming home now Father, to you"

A reed which held His final sip

Was gently lifted to his lips

He drank His last and gave His soul to glory


Hallelujah, Hallelujah

Hallelujah, Hallelujah


The soldier who had used his sword

To pierce the body of our Lord

Said, "Truly, this was Jesus Christ our Savior"

He looked with fear upon his sword

Then turned to face his Christ and Lord

Fell to his knees crying Hallelujah


Hallelujah, Hallelujah

Hallelujah, Hallelujah


Took from his head the thorny crown

And wrapped him in a linen gown

Then laid him down to rest inside the tomb

The holes in his hands, his feet, and side

Now in our hearts, we know he died

To save us from ourselves, oh Hallelujah


Hallelujah, Hallelujah

Hallelujah, Hallelujah


Three days went by, again they came

To move the stone, to bless the slain

With oil and spice anointing Hallelujah

But as they went to move the stone

They saw that they were not alone

For Jesus Christ has risen, Hallelujah


Hallelujah, Hallelujah

Hallelujah, Hallelujah

Hallelujah, Hallelujah

Hallelujah, Hallelujah


Notes:

Cassandra Star (10) & her big sister Callahan (19) sing this beautiful & meaningful Easter version of Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah. These Easter lyrics were written by Kelley Mooney, the piano track was arranged by Jeff Buckley of Karaoke Studios & the recording by Maverick Judson of MJ Interactive.

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