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Samuel Cooke (January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964), known professionally as Sam Cooke, 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 ...
Apr 2, 2014 · Zendaya. Kirsten Dunst. Anna Wintour. Tom Brady. 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...
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Jan 22, 2024 · January 22, 2024. By. Pat King. Photo: Jess Rand/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images. Sam Cooke invented soul music as we know it. His transition from successful gospel singer to one of the...
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Apr 22, 2024 · 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’ to the anthemic ‘A Change Is Gonna Come.’
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Sam Cooke Greatest Hits (All Tracks Remastered) Album • Sam Cooke • 2017. 25 songs • 1 hour, 9 minutes. Play. Save to library. You Send Me. 2:44. Unchained Melody. 3:28. Chain Gang. 2:34....
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Listen to 30 Greatest Hits: Portrait of a Legend 1951-1964 by Sam Cooke on Apple Music. 1960. 31 Songs. Duration: 1 hour, 23 minutes.
1. You Send Me. 12M plays. 2:45. Only Sixteen. 1.4M plays. 2:04. 3. Everybody Loves to Cha Cha Cha. 904K plays. 2:43. 4. (I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons. 1.6M plays. 2:40. 5. (What A)...