Samuel Cooke [5] (né Cook; January 22, 1931 [6] – December 11, 1964) [5] was an American singer and songwriter. Considered one of the most influential soul artists of all time, Cooke is commonly referred to as the "King of Soul" for his distinctive vocals, pioneering contributions to the genre, and significance in popular music. [7]

Apr 2, 2014 · Sam Cooke was a trailblazing recording artist who helped shape the soul and pop scene with hits like “You Send Me,” “Chain Gang,” and “Sad Mood.”

Sam Cooke, American singer, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur, was a major figure in the history of popular music and one of the most influential Black vocalists of the post-World War II period. His songs ranged from the ethereal ‘You Send Me’ …

Samuel Cook or Sam Cooke (as he was professionally known) was one of the greatest American singers. He was also a song writer, recording artist, and entrepreneur. He is famously remembered as the ‘King of Soul’ for his contribution to popular music.

Jan 18, 2017 · This article was released for Sam Cooke’s 86th birthday. An artist who many regard as the founder of soul music, we offer 10 things you may not know about the “King of Soul.” 1. It’s been said of Sam Cooke, that he was blues-born and church-bred. He was born Samuel Cook, in the bosom of the Delta, Clarksdale, Mississippi, on January ...

Sam Cooke (January 22, 1931–December 11, 1964) was an American soul singer and songwriter. He was born Sam Cook but later changed the spelling of his name. He was very important and influential in the beginning of soul music.

Jan 22, 2011 · At 19, Cooke joined pioneering gospel quartet The Soul Stirrers and sang with them on their big hits “Jesus Gave Me Water,” “Peace in the Valley,” and “One More River.” He stayed with...

Jan 25, 2023 · Raised in Chicago Heights, IL, Sam Cooke went on to become a singer, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur and one of this country’s most influential artists. His singing career started in gospel and he joined the groundbreaking gospel group The Soul Stirrers when he was just 15 years old.

• 1986 - Sam Cooke was one of the first ten inductees into the newly founded Rock ‘N’ Roll Hall Of Fame. • 1987 - Sam Cooke was inducted into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame. • 1993 - Sam Cooke received the Chairman’s Award from The Apollo Theatre Foundation.

Jan 14, 2025 · A sublime singer and visionary poet, Sam Cooke bridged divides to shake the world. With help from his daughter Carla Cooke and the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, Vintage Rock marked the 60th anniversary of his untimely passing by celebrating a rock’n’soul legacy which continues to inspire today.