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Burke was initially hesitant to record the song, fearing its subtlety didn't suit her "soul power" style.

: It became the fastest-selling single by a female solo artist in the UK at the time, selling over 570,000 copies in its first week. hallelujah_alexandra_burke

Burke’s version achieved unprecedented commercial success almost immediately upon its release in December 2008. Burke was initially hesitant to record the song,

: The track comfortably secured the 2008 Christmas No. 1 spot. : The track comfortably secured the 2008 Christmas No

The release sparked a unique cultural moment known as the "Hallelujah" chart battle.

Alexandra Burke 's 2008 cover of Leonard Cohen’s "Hallelujah" remains one of the most successful and impactful singles in British music history. Released as her winner's single following her victory on the fifth series of The X Factor UK , the song set numerous records and revitalized the track for a new generation. 🏆 Chart Dominance & Record-Breaking Success