Singer, songwriter, business man, family man, civil rights activist: Sam Cooke transcends all barriers of race, faith, and talent.

This first-ever biography of the definitive soul singer looks at his extraordinary career and personal life – from his gospel-singing roots through his R&B and pop music career.

Featuring rare and never-before-seen performance clips, TV footage, and family photos plus exclusive bonus interviews with:

Aretha Franklin

Bobby Womack

Lou Rawls

Lloyd Price

Lou Adler

L.C. Cooke and more!