Artist artifact

R&B

Sam Cooke

American singer, 'A Change Is Gonna Come', R&B legend

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Sam Cooke — portrait photograph
RCA Victor Records · Public domain

Biography

American singer, 'A Change Is Gonna Come', R&B legend

Influence

Revolutionized R&B and soul music, influenced countless artists worldwide

Historical context

American singer, 'A Change Is Gonna Come', R&B legend Revolutionized R&B and soul music, influenced countless artists worldwide Known as the 'King of Soul' and influenced countless artists worldwide

Associated instruments

  • Vocals
  • Modern instruments

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Known as the 'King of Soul' and influenced countless artists worldwide

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