Samuel Cooke[5] (né Cook; January 22, 1931 [6] – December 11, 1964) [5] was an American soul singer and songwriter. Considered one of the most influential soul artists of all time, Cooke is …

Dec 7, 2025 · 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 …

Mar 18, 2025 · Sam Cooke, often recognized as the father of soul music, emerged as a powerful voice in the music industry during the late 1950s and early 1960s. Born Samuel Cook in …

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.”

Sep 29, 2024 · By 1964, the year Sam Cooke died, the singer had founded his own record label and publishing company. And just as he’d promised his brother, Cooke had become a …

Sam Cooke is an American singer, songwriter, civil-rights activist and entrepreneur. Influential as both a singer and composer, he is commonly known as the King of Soul for his distinctive …

At the age of 15, Sam became lead singer of the famous “teenage” gospel group, the Highway QC’s, until he was 19 when he was hand-picked by Roy (S.R.) Crain, manager of the Soul …

During his formative years, Sam, with his brothers Charles Jr, L.C. and sisters Mary and Hattie, performed as a gospel group, “The Singing Children.” At 15, he became the lead singer of the …

Mar 29, 2025 · Even if his name doesn’t ring a bell, you have probably heard Sam Cooke’s music before. He was an incredibly influential and talented soul artist. There’s a reason why he is …

Sam Cooke was the most popular and beloved performer in both the black and white communities during his times. He was among the first modern black performers and composers to attend to …