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      • 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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  3. 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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  4. livinglifefearless.co › 2021 › featuresSam Cooke: The Most Important Soul Singer in History

    Still, 90 years after his birth (January 22, 1931), one fact remains undeniable, Sam Cooke remains the greatest soul singer around. 'One Night in Miami' has renewed interest in Sam Cooke, and rightfully so, but the singer's true impact stretches far beyond one fabled night.

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  6. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Sam_CookeSam Cooke - Wikipedia

    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]

  7. www.thefamouspeople.com › profiles › sam-cooke-6751Sam Cooke Biography - Childhood, Life Achievements & Timeline

    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.

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

    Apr 2, 2014 · Cooke died from his injury, which the manager claimed was inflicted in self-defense. It was later ruled justifiable homicide. Thousands turned out to mourn the legendary singer.

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  9. www.udiscovermusic.com › stories › sam-cooke-soulSoul Icon, Industry Trailblazer: The Legacy Of Sam Cooke

    Jan 22, 2024 · Sam Cooke was not only a soul icon, but one of the first African-American stars with a grasp of how the music business worked.

  10. www.bbc.com › culture › articleA Change Is Gonna Come: One of soul’s greatest songs - BBC

    Sam Cooke never got to bear witness to his song A Change Is Gonna Come becoming the unofficial anthem of the civil rights movement.