Shake

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Year
1965
Peak Position
#7
Weeks on Chart
11
Total Ratings
0

Song Info:
"Shake" by Sam Cooke was released as a single on March 1965. It was produced by Hugo & Luigi and released under RCA Victor label. The song was part of Cooke's final studio album, "Shake," which was released posthumously in 1966 after his tragic death.


Artist Bio:
Sam Cooke, born on January 22, 1931, was an American singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He was a prominent figure in the soul and R&B music scene in the 1950s and 1960s. Cooke's smooth and powerful voice helped him achieve success with hits like "You Send Me," "Cupid," and "A Change Is Gonna Come." He was also known for his activism in the civil rights movement, using his platform to advocate for racial equality. Tragically, Cooke's life was cut short when he was shot and killed in December 1964 at the age of 33. Despite his untimely death, his music continues to inspire and influence generations of artists.

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