Sam Cooke - (I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons

[@playmaka_]

Gosh, watching this in 2024 wondering if those that were watching this in 1959-1960 knew they were watching a LEGEND. RIP Sam Cooke - one of the greatest of all time.

[@tribeofjuda]

This brother was flawlessly hitting so many vocal gears that somebody in the background let out a great primal scream at about 01:33. I guess that's about the only way to respond to such a display of unreal talent as Sam Cooke possessed. I guess that If he was in Teddy Pendergrass or Barry White's time there would have been many panties thrown up there on that stage for such a mindblowing performance. He was truly a vocal beast, no doubt about it.

[@lendrury2771]

The greatest singer who ever lived Sam's phrasing and adlibbing abilities were unmatched

[@lyndamartinez2257]

the greatest who never lived

[@lyndamartinez2257]

ever lived

[@lyndamartinez2257]

EVER lived!!!

[@kay502]

He sure was! No one can measure up to Sam Period!

[@rondothard1698]

This was a watered down version for TV. He was better than that he was amazing! if you could catch him in a black club singing, how ever you couldn't be too black on TV then, so you had to give a watered down version of your hit song at that time. Sad but that's just how it was. Another thing white America and in the deep south for sure would change the channel when a black artist would come on.

[@Nana-ts8ue]

Best singer of all time, can’t believe he still got no justice for his murder.

[@barbarahitman3036]

I agree however Sam can sing with Angels forever.....

[@brendond.3158]

He was born too early should be been born in 1955. Great writer. too.

[@marigold7250]

They never opened the case again or gave it any attention. He had some famous friends that could have used their influence to get his case reopened.

[@shenyae4143]

@@barbarahitman3036 Yes he’s in a much higher abs positive place with God ❤

[@savedfaves]

Don’t make the mistake that just because someone is a truly gifted singer they cannot be a complicated human being. While I wasn’t there on the night of his getting shot, accounts by the motel manager (a black woman) and the female guest he took to the motel are pretty damning. It appears both accounts point to someone who seemed to have some kind of sex addiction in how he forced himself onto the girl and practically raped her before she escaped (her words) and then he charged naked into the manager’s office paranoidly assuming she was hiding the girl.

[@lucthomas7626]

When this guy opens his mouth to sing... your world is alright. He was blessed with that vocal gift.

[@valeriebyrd70]

Yes, Sam's BEAUTIFUL voice was a gift from the Good Lord above.

[@valeriebyrd70]

March 2021 and Sam is still my favorite.

[@darter4963]

SOMEONE NEEDS TO MAKE A MOVIE OF HIM ALREADY.

[@romellogene1734]

They will... they have to

[@Godfirst986]

They really need to it's been too long

[@blashpemer666]

FUCK YEAH!!!!!!!!!!

[@chevelle921]

PLEASE!

[@jrcappz]

Enough said...

[@Random-ot7me]

It's hard to believe he was only 33 when he passed. What a mark he managed to leave on the world; he moves the hearts and souls of generations beyond his own, and will continue to do so beyond ours.

[@SaraitheHermit]

Sam Cookes voice just touches the soul; brings tears to the eye and goosebumps. Such talent. WOW

[@sierramishale810]

Me toooo ! Every time!

[@SaraitheHermit]

@@sierramishale810 have you listened to his album "live at Harlem square??" The live songs just have such a fun feel to it and I love that you can hear the audience singing along. =^.^= such an incredible musician.

[@sierramishale810]

@@SaraitheHermit no I haven’t ! But I will definitely take a listen ! Thanks for recommending ❤️

[@SaraitheHermit]

@@sierramishale810 Oh man! I think you will love it! He even mixes a few song together and the songs sound so different! :)

[@bryanhunnicutt7811]

His face was chiseled by angels; and his golden voice was breathed by God.

[@fayemijumoke]

Quite poetic @bryan Hunnicutt

[@bryanhunnicutt7811]

@@fayemijumoke thank u!

[@havingagr8time]

And a fantastic songwriter too!

[@romellogene1734]

Sam Cooke voice is gold

[@lyndamartinez2257]

pure gold!!

[@weotalks2810]

Listen to His TONE,RANGE,PHRASING, EASY DELIVERY, CHARISMA, GOOD LOOKS, WE will never see another SAM COOKE, This Man was that Great...Rip

[@valeriebyrd70]

Amen to all you have said! Sam was the Greatest singer of all times.

[@elderhardaway5674]

This Man Was Ahead Of His Time!! **Sam Cooke** Was A **Great Vocalist** That Touched The **Heart And Soul** Of Humanity. Had He Lived Longer, We Can’t Imagine What Level He Would Have Reached In **Music** **Sam “The Man” Cooke** **Mr. Soul**

[@jayteadesigns]

This is awesome! There is no one else who comes close to Sam's songs, voice, and talent!

[@samwheat8348]

I played this for my great grandmother while she was in hospice in the hospital. I remembered when grandad told me he used to sing this to her back in the 60s whenever she was upset with him and she would instantly start smiling and lighten up. Well I played it and around the 0:27 mark I could see a tear roll down her face. then another tear. I knew she was having a flashback because she squeezed my hand.

[@cjjacks33]

Wow ❤ that’s beautiful

[@malzzzzification25]

I can't beleave it, I thought I had already seen all the Sam Cooke's footages. It would be much apreciated without that big logo that covers all his face though.

[@lizziemax779]

Same here, thought I'd seen them all. Then this one pops up on FB!!!! Agreed about the logo over Sam's face (((((

[@dwightlove3704]

MALZZZZification Anthony Mackie said playing this musical icon would be his dream role.

[@wyliegarcia5965]

Yeah, we do need his face.

[@valeriebyrd70]

I agree! I didn't like that huge Logo covering his BEAUTIFUL face. Sam was a smooth dude! Just BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@royshuler7046]

The aura surrounding Sam Cooke is unreal; almost mythical. His talent and charisma were so enormous, without footage like this and his recordings, the sheer mention of him might’ve caused some folks to wonder if he really existed. While I am a fan of his, whoever placed Elvis ahead of Sam Cooke on Rolling Stone’s list of ‘The 100 Greatest Singers of All Time’ must not have seen or heard this incredible performance. His legions of fans across the world are blessed to have access to this footage.

[@TheCapedWanderer]

Roy Shuler #1

[@grega1972]

I like that ........Mythical is how he is described, so true

[@lyndamartinez2257]

@@grega1972 Can You only imagine his effect on American women when they first saw and heard the incredible beauty of Sam Cooke? That charisma,that voice oh my,oh my,oh my!!!

[@lyndamartinez2257]

or heard his Harlem Square album!!!!!

[@valeriebyrd70]

@@lyndamartinez2257 Oh my, Oh my, Oh my is absolutely right! The effect Sam had on me drove me insane!!! His voice was so amazing and his good looks was out of this world! He just Swooo me totally. Love You Sam Baby!!!

[@allthingsnu4673]

I enjoyed this. His phrasing was so melodic.

[@Goldmine810]

I cry in Joy when he sings I THANK MY FATHER TREMENDOUSLY FOR BEING OBSESSED. That he did pass down to me lol

[@Journeyofourlife436]

Best male vocalist! this is how you sing a song to connect with your audience!

[@Godfirst986]

I see why Sam said he sings this song and "you send me" together because they both have the same beat

[@JaySmith-wo3di]

His beginning pop songs all follow the same pattern and beat.

[@williampowell1537]

A true vocalist powerhouse. Very few have ever matched his artistry, vocal command, and control. Thanks for this video. It's living proof that this man may have been the very best to ever get behind a mic. WOW!

[@giulitorelli]

One of the most talented handsome men ever!🥰3/2021 here and still a classic

[@tanyapeterson667]

FOR REAL SAM COOKE WAS A TRUE CLASS ACT ALONE WITH HIS FINE SELF! RIP SAM COOKE WITH THE MAGIC VOICE!

[@juejueknew1273]

I don't know who I love more Sam or Marvin. I can listen to both of them all day. Some sanging bros

[@valeriebyrd70]

Yes, sometimes it's hard distinguishing between the two, but I have to go with Sam. It's so sad how both Sam and Marvin were killed. Two icons dead for nothing.

[@fayemijumoke]

Same here ! I love em both!

[@miina7776]

He's stolen my heart. I mean, WHAT A VOICE! ❤ 👏 He was such a phenomenal singer. A talent. and voice remakably unmatched like no other . 💯 They don't make talent as smooth and sleek like this anymore. Wish we went back to the days of timeless class and innocence.

[@sugarbaby685]

One of the GREATEST soul singers EVER!..I am not just saying that because my pops named my brother after him...

[@warren9402]

He wasn't a soul singer.

[@sugarbaby685]

@@warren9402 yeah, he was......

[@ericcriteser4001]

He certainly mastered the Rock n Roll beat. Love him.

[@wow7254]

His voice is pure sunshine. Sam Cooke was an Angel sent here by God

[@neecy2real623]

I been listening to this song for a week now never heard this song by him my goodness Sam the Man Cooke ❤❤❤

[@johncox8938]

You nailed it Sam. Great talented man. RIP Sir.

[@Elwrt455]

When I was a boy mother used to play his greatest hits 8-track NON-STOP. I would be MESMERIZED at this man's powerful vocal projection and phrasings

[@theblakex]

the best pipes ever

[@hearmypoetry]

Truly wonderful the way he sung that. ❤

[@darylfields]

My favorite singer of all time

[@reeferseasalt]

me too

[@elderhardaway5674]

**The King Of Soul** **Sam Cooke** His **Musicality** Speaks All For Itself!!!!!!! The **King Midas** With The **Golden Touch**

[@weotalks2810]

Sam VOICE was the EPITOME OF LOVE HOPE. &JOY...THIS MAN WAS THE DEFINITION OF THE GIFT...

[@keithroann3536]

Mr. Soul! What can you say about Sam Cooke that hasn't been said! Truly one of a kind! RIP 💞

[@mbsunlimited]

My God! What a voice.

[@lyndamartinez2257]

no one has ever come close and he was truly gorgeous!!!

[@weotalks2810]

Sam COOKE is what all Great singers measure Themselves...

[@imancdr2131]

It feels so special to watch this...

[@valeriebyrd70]

I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you too Sam! You were a BEAUTIFUL soul!!!

[@fayemijumoke]

We love you Sam. Thank you for giving us real music that is timeless! @valbird my sis, We all love Sam!

[@sheiladavis6523]

WOW 😣 Praise God 'm 67 years old I was 4 when this song came out. Sam was a gifted and talented singer 🎤 January 27,2022

[@denamae2158]

✨2022 Still listening Sam💛✨

[@CCCosta-he4ov]

The Greatest Voice Ever..The King Of Soul❤

[@TinaRobinson-qf1dh]

Yes the man who invented soul

[@PaulettaNelson]

I am glad this is clear. He looks so good.

[@thelostrocknrollwopsouloft4052]

I admire his music Sam Cooke is just gold sadly he was murdered no one can take the crown off him the king of Soul Rest In Peace my brother big respect all lives matter

[@enricoc.948]

Sam Cooke il più grande cantante soul di sempre, cantava con una maestria e un'originalità formidabili ai suoi tempi, tanto che divenne poi un'icona d'ispirazione per molti cantanti e musicisti nei decenni che seguirono. Il suo brano "A change is gonna come" é da accostare a "imagine" di John Lennon come canzone del secolo.

[@gregorylata4830]

Great Voice Sam Cooke Amazing 🇨🇦❤️🌞🌹👍

[@deborahthompson5041]

WHAT AN AMAZING VOICE. SO MISS HIM.

[@AnteroCavalcantedeAlmeida]

The best

[@sourdiesel681]

Damn Sam went in on this song. Whewwwww!!!

[@rooseveltdavis9559]

We love you too Sam. And thank you for the beautiful music and legacy you left behind.

[@weotalks2810]

ROLLING STONES/ Top 200GREATEST SINGERS OF ALL TIME""SAM COOKE" VOTED THE GREATEST MALE SINGER OF ALL TIME...

[@lorainecollins]

I love this man & his music so much ❤

[@stevemichaels9852]

Amazingly perfect 🙇🏾‍♂️👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@willstephens3981]

Wonderful

[@kimnkayscakes8265]

Excellent quality and performance his vocals were amazing and he was truly something special. Thank you so much for the upload!

[@lyndamartinez2257]

he was the very greatest!!

[@FreedomPrivilege]

Very very nice phrasing. Sam at his best.

[@keithroann3536]

One of the Holy Trinity of my favorite vocalists ever along with Marvin Gaye and Aretha Franklin ❤

[@jrcappz]

What single fool gave this a thumbs down? Must be a Chris Brown or Trey Songs fan...

[@latoyacomer5254]

right!!

[@womaggic]

Greatest

[@msawmusic]

Wow he sounds amazing

[@Loverrover]

And why does this even have *2* dislikes? People can dislike, but you’re disliking a Legend. (Okay, besides that obnoxiously big sign over his head)

[@wyliegarcia5965]

The face covering is probably why the 2.

[@mileskenyon]

What a God send. Sad he was needed updstairs again.

[@bloodmoney775]

The greatest to ever do it! I mean listen to that!

[@louisemiller2774]

.......I love you too, Sam Cooke..........

[@darter4963]

FAVORITE 🌟

[@Noelle0026]

So smooth. Love me some Sam Cooke!

[@mikebsibb]

With a voice from GOD....🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@sherieberrie1479]

What a treat ....woke up hearing this song in my head a few days ago. Now look...wow!! Thank you for posting❤

[@Mrsnaturelove]

I love this guy so much no one like you and no one compare to you RIp sam cooke

[@valeriebyrd70]

Amen! People have so much love for Sam and have nothing but positive to say about him. That's wonderful!!!

[@FAITHANDBELIEVING]

I pray he will get justice and his children will get money do to them!!! 🙏🏾

[@valeriebyrd70]

Amen to that! Sam deserves justice. He should have been alive and well today in 2021. I pray for his family as well.

[@robertchatman5898]

I love this. I always search for songs videos by Sam cooke that I haven,t heard. This is great.

[@aali7359]

oh my god thank you i’ve never seen this before 😭

[@catmontano]

I love love love love love love love loooooooovvvvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeeeeee u

[@bealambwouldya]

😩😩old music is so much better then today’s

[@valeriebyrd70]

I agree!!!

[@lizziemax779]

Mr Wonderful. Dear Sam, RIEP xxxx

[@danzig159]

More talent than every rapper who ever existed, put together.

[@dwightlove3704]

That goes without saying

[@RitaMalikfour]

I wish he was singing to me ❤️❤️❤️

[@margaretjones5486]

This man could sing a phone book ❤️

[@lesterjordan1317]

The Great Sam Cooke

[@RM-ze5qh]

Real love!

[@mbsunlimited]

Awesome.

[@valeriegermain9352]

Fuck that marquee across his beautiful face. I love you Sam crossing all time & space. I love youuuu

[@vieasbeauty189]

I love you too Sam❤

[@valeriebyrd70]

Me too! I will always love Sam!!!

[@viviannmarkech6764]

Thank you for this, its gold.

[@mikeschneider1624]

My mom was a little child in post war germany .. all her family was killed in the war .. imagine what it felt for a child in germany .. being introduced to music like this from amerians she met. She told me and i understand. I love you the USA for everthing you did in art and war.

[@niltoncps6550]

Maravilhoso este Mr Sam Cooke. Mister Soul 21/07/2024, domoingo abençoado graças á Deus .At:11:53 da manhã

[@rickyhoward3419]

Yes the best in my opinion And you can take it to the 🏦 😎🎸👍🏾

[@DrSimon-wf6cf]

My vocal idol!!

[@johnnyace1954]

Amazing! Never ever seen this before! Thanks Matt!!

[@reeferseasalt]

And I love love love love Sam Cooke

[@louisemiller2774]

.....wow, where did you find this.....lovely.

[@lyndamartinez2257]

thank yoy

[@fabia19ify]

I love you Sam

[@feliciawijnaar230]

Love You Too..🌈🙏

[@sassyy8059]

There's no auto tune

[@pablo.romero]

There are no singers like that, today. And...(I'm not gay), but this man, always fascinated me how handsome he was...

[@chanthalasananikone1359]

Jet'aime

[@jeffreyconyers8735]

Odd his family have never challenged how his rights to his song went to Allen Klein.

[@valeriebyrd70]

I pray that will change and his family get what's due them.

[@dwightlove3704]

Ppl have said that he is the father of MODERN SOUL MUSIC!!!!!!

[@kevingoins9858]

Truth

[@dwightlove3704]

@@kevingoins9858 There is a person on here in HATER MODE against this OG saying nobody was jealous of him.