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      • Samuel Cooke (January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964) 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.
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    Samuel Cooke [5] (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 ]

  4. www.britannica.com › biography › Sam-CookeSam Cooke | Biography, Music, & Facts | Britannica

    Oct 21, 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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  6. allthatsinteresting.com › sam-cooke-deathSam Cooke's Death And The Mystery Surrounding It - All That's ...

    Sep 29, 2024 · Published September 29, 2024. Updated October 11, 2024. On December 11, 1964, R&B legend Sam Cooke was shot to death by a hotel manager named Bertha Franklin. It was ruled self-defense, but was that really the case?

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  7. www.biography.com › musicians › sam-cookeSam Cooke - Death, Songs & Albums - Biography

    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.”

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  9. fallout.fandom.com › wiki › Samuel_CookeSamuel Cooke - Fallout Wiki

    Samuel Cooke is a former resident of the NCR Correctional Facility and the true mastermind of the breakout that led to the creation of the Powder Gangers, now leading a small group of escaped convicts out of Vault 19 in the Mojave Wasteland in Fallout: New Vegas.

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  10. www.smoothradio.com › news › musicSam Cooke: Soul legend's death, children, documentary and ...

    Feb 10, 2019 · On December 11, 1964, aged jus 33, Sam Cooke was shot and killed by Bertha Franklin, the manager of the Hacienda Motel in Los Angeles, California. The courts ruled that Cooke's death was a justifiable homicide.

  11. middermusic.com › sam-cooke-songs14 Best Sam Cooke Songs of All Time (Greatest Hits) - MidderMusic

    Jan 3, 2024 · I’ve gathered the best Sam Cooke songs of all time, a compilation of greatest hits that highlight the soulful elegance and enduring impact of this legendary singer. This collection is a testament to Cooke’s extraordinary talent and his significant contribution to the soul and R&B genres, featuring timeless classics that continue to resonate ...