Sam Cooke

Sam Cooke

Born 22 January 1931 in Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States

Died 11 December 1964 (aged 33)

Samuel Cook, known professionally as Sam Cooke, was an American singer, songwriter, civil-rights activist and entrepreneur. Influential as a singer, composer, and producer, he is commonly known as the King of Soul for his distinctive vocals and importance within popular music.

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Sealed
2008
The Wrecking Crew Self - Singer (archive footage)
Sealed
2019
ReMastered: The Two Killings of Sam Cooke Self (archive footage)
Sealed
2022
Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues Self (archive footage)
Sealed
2014
Lady, You Shot Me: The Life and Death of Sam Cooke Self (archive footage)