Sam Cooke: Biography, Facts and Career
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Samuel Cooke (né Cook; January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964) was an American soul singer and songwriter. Considered one of the most influential soul artists of all time, Cooke is commonly referred to as the "King of Soul" for his distinctive vocals, pioneering contributions to the genre, and significance in popular music. During his thirteen-year career, Cooke released 29 singles that charted in the Top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, as well as 20 singles in the Top 10 of Billboard's Black Singles chart. In 1964, he was shot and killed by the manager of a motel in Los Angeles. After an inquest and investigation, the courts ruled Cooke's death to be a justifiable homicide. His family has since questioned the circumstances of his death. In 2015, Cooke was ranked number 28 in Billboard magazine's list of the "35 Greatest R&B Artists of All Time".
Quick facts about Sam Cooke
- Full name: Sam Cooke
- Born: 1931-01-22
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q295919
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Who is Sam Cooke?
Samuel Cooke (né Cook; January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964) was an American soul singer and songwriter.
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Sam Cooke is United States.
When was Sam Cooke born?
Sam Cooke was born on 1931-01-22.
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