Sam Cooke cover

Sam Cooke

Sam Cooke · 1958

32 min · 13 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel

Smooth melodies intertwine with heartfelt vocals, embodying the essence of soul and rhythm and blues.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, heartfelt listening sessions
  • smooth background ambiance
  • nostalgic evening reflections
  • emotional vocal storytelling

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in February 1958, this eponymous album marked Sam Cooke's transition from gospel to a mainstream pop and R&B artist. It followed his successful single 'You Send Me', which had propelled him to stardom. This album solidified his presence in the music industry as a leading figure in soul music during the late 1950s.
Stylistic neighbors
Otis Redding· Al Green· Marvin Gaye

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 You Send Me 2:41
  • 2 The Lonesome Road 2:31
  • 3 Tammy 3:30
  • 4 Ol’ Man River 2:39
  • 5 Moonlight in Vermont 2:40
  • 6 Canadian Sunset 2:57
  • 7 Summertime 2:25
  • 8 Around the World 1:58
  • 9 Ain’t Misbehavin’ 2:05
  • 10 The Bells of St. Mary’s 2:17
  • 11 So Long 2:38
  • 12 Danny Boy 2:16
  • 13 That Lucky Old Sun 2:19

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata