Sam Cooke: The 1950s

In the late '50s, Sam Cooke combined the grit of the blues, the intensity of gospel and sweetness of pop, helping to define the sound of soul. Whether he was pleadingly desperately on a wounded ballad or swinging joyfully through an upbeat dance tune, Cooke's rich voice and undeniable charm shine on this collection of '50s hits, the songs that made him one of soul's first superstars.