Artist Bio:
Sam Cooke was an American singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur born on January 22, 1931, in Clarksdale, Mississippi. He is considered one of the pioneers of soul music and is known for his smooth and expressive voice. Cooke began his music career as a member of the gospel group The Soul Stirrers before transitioning to a successful solo career in the late 1950s. Some of his most famous hits include "A Change Is Gonna Come," "You Send Me," and "Cupid."
In addition to his music career, Cooke was also a successful businessman, founding his own record label and publishing company. He was a trailblazer for African American artists in the music industry and used his platform to advocate for civil rights and social change. Sadly, Cooke's life was tragically cut short when he was shot and killed at the age of 33 in December 1964.
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