Artist Bio:
Sam Cooke was an iconic American singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur born on January 22, 1931, in Clarksdale, Mississippi. He is widely considered to be one of the pioneers of soul music and had a significant influence on the development of the genre. Cooke began his music career as a member of the gospel group The Soul Stirrers before venturing into secular music in the late 1950s. He achieved commercial success with hits such as "You Send Me," "Cupid," and "A Change Is Gonna Come."
In addition to his musical talents, Cooke was also a savvy businessman who founded his own record label, SAR Records, in 1961. He was known for his smooth and expressive voice, as well as his charismatic stage presence. Tragically, Sam Cooke's life was cut short when he was shot and killed under controversial circumstances on December 11, 1964, at the age of 33. Despite his untimely death, his music continues to be celebrated and his legacy lives on in the world of soul music.
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