Artist Bio:
Sam Cooke was an 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 is known for his smooth and emotive vocals. Cooke began his music career as a member of the gospel group The Soul Stirrers before transitioning to a successful solo career in the 1950s. Some of his most popular songs include "You Send Me," "Cupid," and "A Change is Gonna Come."
In addition to his musical talents, Cooke was also a civil rights activist and used his platform to advocate for social change. Tragically, Sam Cooke's life was cut short when he was shot and killed at the age of 33 on December 11, 1964, under disputed circumstances. Despite his untimely death, Sam Cooke's music continues to influence and inspire artists to this day.
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