True Crime : The Murder of Superstar Sam Cooke Plus his Hidden Grave and House

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Samuel Cook[4] (January 22, 1931 - December 11, 1964), known professionally as Sam Cooke, was an American singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. Considered to be a pioneer and one of the most influential soul artists of all time, Cooke is commonly referred to as the "King of Soul" for his distinctive vocals, notable contributions to the genre and significance in popular music.
Cooke was born in Mississippi and later relocated to Chicago with his family at a young age, where he began singing as a child and joined the Soul Stirrers as lead singer in the 1950s. Going solo in 1957, Cooke released a string of hit songs, including "You Send Me", "A Change Is Gonna Come", "Cupid", "Wonderful World" (not to be confused with Louis Armstrong's What a Wonderful World), "Chain Gang", "Twistin' the Night Away", "Bring It On Home to Me", and "Good Times". During his eight-year career, Cooke released 29 singles that charted in the Top 40 of the Billboard Pop Singles chart, as well as 20 singles in the Top Ten of Billboard's Black Singles chart.
In 1964, Cooke was shot and killed by the manager of a motel in Los Angeles.[6] After an inquest and investigation, the courts ruled Cooke's death to be a justifiable homicide; his family has since questioned the circumstances of his death.
Cooke's pioneering contributions to soul music contributed to the rise of Aretha Franklin, Bobby Womack, Al Green, Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and Billy Preston, and popularized the work of Otis Redding and James Brown. AllMusic biographer Bruce Eder wrote that Cooke was "the inventor of soul music", and possessed "an incredible natural singing voice and a smooth, effortless delivery that has never been surpassed".
The first funeral service for Cooke was held on December 18, 1964, at A. R. Leak Funeral Home in Chicago; 200,000 fans lined up for more than four city blocks to view his body. Afterward, his body was flown back to Los Angeles for a second service, at the Mount Sinai Baptist Church on December 19, which included a much-heralded performance of "The Angels Keep Watching Over Me" by Ray Charles, who stood in for a grief-stricken Bessie Griffin. Cooke was interred at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Glendale, California.

[@bratsbord81]

I’ve never believed the “justifiable homicide” story. My heart broke when you showed Lullabyland and all those children 😢 Sam’s voice is timeless and I hope is never forgotten. Great tribute!

[@georgepoly4842]

His voice will certainly echo through time. Too incredible to ever fade

[@janeclifton2785]

I don’t believe the story either. I believe the girl stole his money and was running from him.

[@AquariusSoul]

He's in my top 5 male vocalists of all time. Supremely talented and dearly missed. Thanks for covering his story Scott.

[@ShadowHawk4219]

I echo your thought on this. He is in my top 3, and there have been many many great vocalists.

[@jbo6096]

Who your top 5?

[@jbo6096]

@@ShadowHawk4219 your top 3?

[@ShadowHawk4219]

@@jbo6096 In no particular order as i feel they are all outstanding. Brook Benton, Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, Johnny Mathis, Ben E. King, Jackie Wilson, and someone many have probably not heard of, Ted Hawkins. I saw and met Ted Hawkins back in 1990 singing on a milk crate in Venice Beach. I was astounded by him and his guitar as were so many people who were strolling by and stopped dead in their tracks, it was like people were hypnotized by him. Never forget that. Had a VHS of his story, and many notables in the music industry spoke very highly of him, Harry Belafonte, Mavis Staples of The Staple Singers, and more. I know this is more than 5 but, i couldn't leave any of them out. Only Johnny Mathis is still with us, may they all Rest In Paradise, their music lives on with me. Ted Hawkins kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGPPqGuCi6yLbMk

[@prp3231]

Don't forget the great Marvin Gaye...

[@pamelaanders6286]

What a loss! Sam was my favourite soul singer. Such a beautiful voice, so handsome, young - he had it all. RIP Sam. You'll never be forgotten.

[@internetcensure5849]

🤣

[@gloriamontgomery3509]

Beautiful voice 😪😪🙏

[@lindawhite3990]

It was a set up, someone can to the car and told him he had to register as men and wife , it was a dump , he wanted the girl alright , but was it worth his life ,he had to know she was a prothetute he said u so pretty ,and rub her hair , something a black man would say .

[@TheCajunQueen]

Scott as always a beautiful job thank you.❤ but did you notice Sam Cooke is buried next to Bobby Womack's infant son Truth Bobby Womack who also died tragically!!!

[@TheGraveyardChannel]

I didn't know that Sam Cooke lived in Los Feliz. Glad you were able to visit all four locaitons. Very nice tribute!

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

This video is all thanks to you Steve! And our mutual friend. Thank you so much. Hope to see you at some point this year

[@hotmama298]

No matter what the real story is, it was tragic the way Sam Cooke was killed. Thanks for sharing his and his son's final resting places.

[@saintfrancisobrianevangeli2793]

SAM COOKE WAS MURDERED !!! PURE AND SIMPLE !!! AND AS IT WAS APPOINTED UNTO MEN ONCE TO DIE AND AFTER DEATH THE JUDGE !!! HEBREWS 9:27.

[@gloriathompson4010]

So true

[@shaynewheeler9249]

Black lives matter

[@kelvinmorris1991]

@@gloriathompson4010 listen to his song A Change is Gonna Come,he predicted how he would die

[@kelvinmorris1991]

@John Sticher he actually predicted how he would die,listen to his biggest somg

[@1CathyHendrix]

Steve Perry of Journey fame has always spoken of how much Sam influenced him. If you listen, you can hear that influence in Steve's voice and style.

[@mariequichocho898]

Sam Cook was a Groundbreaking Singer. He was Handsome, Well Dressed, Articulate, and a Gentleman. He had a Gift and a Talent that we want see the likes of again. The Ending of his Life was Tragic, and it’s very clear that there was foul play (At Work) in his Death. The likes of which will never be solved but God has brought it to it’s Proper Conclusions. For it is not How he Died but what he left behind that’s Important. Thank You for Sharing some of : The Life of Sam Cook. It was Well Done Respectfully. ❤️🙏🏻❤️

[@jimmorrison3756]

Hi Scott, Sam Cooke passed away in very strange circumstances. He was an immense singer, and i thankyou Scott for showing and telling us more about the great man and his tragic short life. Cupid is a brilliant song. RIP Sam Cooke 🙏 From Liverpool UK.

[@taylorthug239]

His Grandson was one of the teachers at my elementary school in the 90's who was indeed named after him. Showed proof that Sam was his grandfather. It blew my mind.

[@elsamorales3350]

❤️🙏🏽

[@a.m.thomas9366]

His name was also Sam Cooke ? Did he look like his grandfather ?

[@xxcrump3575]

@@a.m.thomas9366 don't believe this person, Sam Cook has a granddaughter that lives in America from his daughter Tracey, His oldest daughter Linda lives in South Africa along with her children.

[@xxcrump3575]

Da one MT what proof did he show you?

[@torrencedouglas523]

Cool

[@ManBoo55]

So many folks have already said what I’m feeling. Such a strange and tragic story for both Sam and his son. Thank you for being. Peace

[@a.m.thomas9366]

Thank you, Scott for showing us his grave. The minute you showed the golden key to enter his resting place I started to cry. Sam Cooke did not deserve this... Not like this...

[@leesashriber5097]

Such a beautiful voice. So tragic that he was murdered. Yes! Murdered. I never bought the justified homicide ruling. Scott, you never fail us!! Thank you so much for all your hard work 🙂❤️

[@NadaSurferTube]

Well done, carefully researched and respectfully presented. I never quite looked into the details surrounding his passing. Thank you for taking us in through the gated section.

[@kayrivers1274]

They have more detailed story out about how Sam Cooke signed documents that he did not agree and basically they stole his music and the royalties how the record company got it and passed it on to his family. Sam’s assistant was very suspicious about the record company owner, producer and did not trust him as well as Sam’s friends. Yes they did set him up and killed him because he became very suspicious. He’s not then only one that has met his demise for not just walking away.

[@yvette0418]

All except for the location.

[@autumnmilo8441]

Another “Pure” voice that didn’t need auto tune 🙏🏻🧡

[@andreadeamon6419]

Lovely headstone. Made me want to cry listening to his life. Sadly different versions of his death by these women. Sounds like he was set up. Baby Vincent was so adorable and to hear of him passing in the pool - yes i did cry. Beautifully done like always. You put so much love into the stories. Thank you

[@dawnpratt846]

No matter what the story implies I believe it was a setup ‼️

[@Pinkbunnylaw]

I can't imagine the grief and guilt felt by his mom. Today in FL at least fences around pools are mandatory. Many children have drowned without them. On the other hand many alligators enjoyed them (the pools not the kids).

[@Tina37212]

Thank you so much for this!! My Mom loved Sam Cooke and his singing voice and music. She was devasted when he was murdered.

[@aprillisa910]

Wow! You bring out more to what happened to Sam Cooke. You don't hear the detailed story like this on most true crime documentaries on any of the cable channels on TV. That is why I enjoy watching your videos.

[@kristieweights6259]

Exactly !!! I didn’t even know all those details 🤯

[@emmabauer1906]

Really great job on this. Went to the location, pics, details.

[@markv3547]

Case should be reopened🙏👍

[@aundreasmith5813]

Aq111

[@JohnDoe-qy8vr]

Was figuroa already a ho stroll back then like it is now?

[@michellekirkendall818]

One conspiracy theory remains: Sam Cooke was not only a singer, he was a songwriter, managed other up-and-coming talent. He also did his OWN publishing! It is said he was approached by some syndicate people (unknown to him) asking if they could take over the publishing. He refused. Also, his clothing was stolen, he had in one shoe, and his fingernails were shredded. Movies have never been made regarding his life. There is fear, still, and threats to the family.

[@davoiceofreason7]

I'm 53yrs old, today... a Sam Cooke fan since I first heard music... truly a legend... almost 60yrs to his death, and he's still larger than life...

[@roxannemoser]

Sam brought soul to the forefront. He also inspired so many rock musicians. My Dad played Sam for me so many times. My Dad had asbergers and would only talk baseball and music. My father, the man of few words, communicated to me through music and now I do that today. We were teaching each other's generation's music. RIP Dad, thanks for giving my love of Sam, Chuck, Buddy, and so many others.

[@TheRealBeep5050]

LOVE Sam Cooke. Biggest injustice in Rock N Roll history along with Bobby Fuller. Sam should have a biopic done about him. Well done Scott.

[@aroboarobo647]

He Was A Fine Looking Man. One Of My Best Vocalist. Thank You For This SCOTT.

[@mr.nibbles2369]

I didn't buy what the motel manager or the lady said. His family and him got screwed out of his music due to a shady partner and back door dealings. You covered the locations brilliantly and the story of what happened. Thank you Scott I've always loved Sam Cooke and it was sad what happened

[@JohnDoe-qy8vr]

All black singers and bands got fucked out of their money by their Jewish producers, management,lawyers and labels,jews do what jews do.

[@fightingforourlives]

yup , now we know how the industry works , look at prince .. hes now gone cause of the same situation. really sad.

[@dcoldestjenkins5868]

They tried to make it seem like it was a "roll-the-john" gone wrong situation, but I don't believe it was that simple. The only crime Sam committed was not being armed outside of his home.

[@ginasamuel2362]

Dark. I never knew this..

[@juanthompson8016]

Probably caught the woman trying to take his money and he confronted her.

[@Miss_Loving]

Although Sam Cooke was before my time, growing up I always heard about his story, his music and his great impact on the music industry. It saddened me how his life was cut so short and so violently. What a beautiful and talented man Sam was. The song A Change is Gonna Come is so powerful, eerie, and full of emotion. It touches you at your very core. He sung it with all his heart. Again, I thank Scott for creating and presenting this video for us. It was amazing seeing his beautiful home, the location of his death, and he and his precious son's final resting place. Such great great content. Bravo!!! 👏😊

[@nojusticejustus2912]

If it wasn't for Sam Cooke there'd be no Marvin Gaye's, no isley brothers, no Jackson 5, no prince. Cooke will always be a musical genius and legend .

[@American_King]

@@nojusticejustus2912 There would be no Steve Perry Journey, Lou Gramm Foreigner, Rod Stewart Mickey Thomas etc either he influenced rock artist as well

[@jacintatroy4080]

Old School

[@carollane5376]

I just read this week that Etta James saw his body after death. She stated both hands were broken. His head was almost not connected to his body,& she said his nose was broken. So what happened? I was 14yrs.old when Sam died. We all mourned. Listen to this song change gonna come & u know he knew death was near. I still remember that day. Rest in peace Sam.

[@Bananyaya]

There is something about the way you narrate a story that draws you in. You get very detailed where most others don’t. I enjoy your channel and the sensitivity of your reporting. Good video. 👍🏽

[@jannamcintosh8830]

Love Sam Cooke, my dad got me into his music. Played Tennessee Waltz at his funeral. ❤

[@toakenspy]

This is a very heartbreaking story. Whatever the truth, Sam Cooke is still a legend. Really enjoyed this one Scott. Thank you.

[@a.m.thomas9366]

The truth is they set Sam Cooke up, robbed and killed him. Sam thought everyone loved him that's why he didn't have a body guard.

[@ldywildflower001]

"Lady you shot me".. How sad the last words of a man who gave so much in song..And in life.. I never believed the hotel owner, or the young lady.. Like so many I have my idea of what happened.. But thats not important right now. And like you said, we may never really find out.. Thxu so much for posting this..And Mr Cooke, Thxu for the music, and U will always be my favorite of all times...

[@obiecat3341]

Once again you show such respect and honor to the people you cover. Thank you for doing this video 💜

[@wotawanancy3249]

Loved Sam Cooke. Still his album of hits. I always heard he was in a hotel room with a guy's wife and husband killed him. Thanks for the correct information. He had an awesome voice. Sam didn't deserve to die that way. And his son. So tragic.

[@kathywhitcombe8660]

I didn’t realise the story behind sam’s death . I started listening to his music and still do now , I’m 48 . Thank you Scott ❤️

[@shannon3n8]

Children's graves just tear at my heart. 18 month old little boy Cooke, oh what his life could have brought to the world. Then you knock our socks off with the conflicting and sordid details surrounding Sam's last night on Earth. Thank you for letting us ride with you and for your buddy lending you the golden key to sorrow. PS: be sure to use sunscreen. You don't want your cheeks and nose to look like fried Canadian bacon, do you, eh? 🇨🇦

[@shenyaet2755]

🙏🏾❤️

[@MrKgbronx12]

Thank you for doing Sam Cooke! He was my grandma's favorite. Well one of them. I know all his songs despite the fact he was before my time. My grandma used to hang out with Jackie Wilson because Jackie was dating her cousin who is still alive today.

[@niknojed]

The GOAT! As far as his murder goes…truly one of the biggest mysteries of the last century, not to mention, a crushing blow to ‘Black America’ & the music industry as a whole. Today, Sam should represent the independent creative spirit that harbors in us all. And while that may ring true for some, others who get a glimpse into the window of his life become duped by the ‘official’ story of the way he died. With a simple read, one can see that it’s outright ridiculous. With in-depth analysis of the time of day, the landscape of LA crime/mob/law, his business dealings along with his own nature & habits as described by his closest friends/family, one can come up with various scenarios that all point to a tragic & gruesome end (that places the 2 women supposedly involved simply as outsiders who knew to hush and play ball). I believe you’ve done a good job in presenting the details simple enough that some will be intrigued to look deeper. Thanks for shedding some light on the immense talent that was Sam Cooke!

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you for adding that Kinan. I do hope people remember Sam and delve deeper into this case, but especially, HOPEFULLY, listen to more of his incredible music

[@marcusscott8540]

Enjoyed the video.. I noticed @ 17:12 that you pointed out the statue and grave of Sammy Davis Jr, his wife, and Dad.. I’m glad that you included that😎..

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you so much and stay tuned

[@dorothyreed1720]

Scott I Love The Way you told the Story about Sam Cooke. Beautiful. We love you Sam we will never forget you. RIP. 🙏🙏

[@steveperry921]

The grave on the right of Sam's is the child of soul singer Bobby Womack who was friends with Sam. Womack married Sam's widow Barbara only a couple months after Cooke's death. Needless to say, that pissed off a lot of people in the soul music world, hurting Womack's career. You're getting really good at putting these videos together, Scott. This was excellent.

[@nojusticejustus2912]

Womack was in on the set up the whole time this why he was rewarded so handsomely. Thank you for bringing this up.

[@AS-wj1du]

What? He's buried next to him? He got his wife, his daughter, his clothes, his car, sang his song, named his son with Sam's wife the same name as Sam's son with the same wife, also buried next to him?

[@Coleknox67]

Yes that marriage was really a stinker with many black artists during that time!

[@sandrareed330]

Thanks for this information 👍🏿

[@mechelle230]

Child hush your mouth..spilling that tea… ☕️

[@IcyWisdom]

He died at 33 I just turned 34 and it's hard to believe he was so young but they have a lot of mystery around his death and I don't think a lot of things were on the up and up.

[@onlyjoetee]

If he had gone home to his wife instead of chasing hookers it would not have happened

[@selfmadeekayy99]

33 is the master number of free masonry 😕you’re not wrong

[@TheLLovee1]

He had such a beautiful voice & his house was also beautiful ❤️

[@mackenzietrishbelleza]

He was killed after getting ripped off of a large some of money. Sounds like what we call today a setup. I wonder if the people who live in sam's old house know that its HIS house?

[@ruapanigerrard7436]

they probably dont even know who he is

[@Truthboxx24]

Yeah they know

[@chloeconniecarlton328]

I'm 100 percent sure that the realtor let the buyer know who owned the house previously in order to increase it's value... Los Feliz is a well off area by the Hollywood hills and a lot of celebrities live there..A little Celebrity Bragging rights never hurts a listing..you wouldn't be a good RE agent if you didn't take advantage of that

[@vipgolfpro8300]

I think Bobby Womack set him up. Narcissists do things like that.

[@julieford148]

It would be interesting to know that. But I’m sure the realtor would’ve mentioned it as a selling point

[@roxannespindler8286]

Lullabyland is so sad. 💙. Sam was so young, his child was only 2.....sad story. Thnx Scott. ✌️❤️

[@brandonzech649]

You told his story well, this one was great, not what really happened of coarse , but this was very well done

[@judycogan5348]

I was 22 when Sam Cooke was murdered, I knew he died but didn't remember he was murdered. Thank you for a very informative video.

[@karenbavington1870]

Heard of Sam Cooke and his song Send me but nothing about his tragic story. Sam Cooke was really handsome. So sad the way he and his little boy passed away. I learnt more about him in this video Scotty. Thank you for taking me to see the resting place of him and his son. You always do such a wonderful job narrating a story with so much respect. Take care. Lots of love. ❤️🤗✌🏼💕

[@bluesquirrel3919]

Thanks Scott 💜 I remember when this happened, and the scandal, everyone was in shock. Now, not that he was an angel, but knowing the shadiness of record companies, I wonder if he was set up, and if the record company had an insurance policy on him.

[@reneedennis2011]

🤔

[@veronicajohnson1481]

I love Sam's music don't believe lady told truth. It was a setup and they know they will one day get what they deserve

[@bvl98]

Not unlikely.

[@a.m.thomas9366]

I agree with your way of thinking...

[@shenyaet2755]

@@veronicajohnson1481 They should have been karma.

[@aunttaiche9155]

Scott I’ve seen several of your videos now where you visit Forest Lawn and I still can’t get over how beautiful it is! So glad you were able to get access and show us a part I’ve never seen before. So heartbreaking to see all those little graves in Lullaby Land. May Sam Cooke and his son Vincent Rest In Peace.

[@applejellypucci]

A childrens' cemetery, absolutely heartbreaking!

[@marilynbaylis524]

Thank you for showing! Sam Cook will always be remembered through his songs. Sadly missed! A great artist in his time. ❤️. 👤🙌🏻. 🙏🏻

[@lukedrizzy7565]

He might've died before his time but his voice and music will out live us all...😎🎼

[@neitajames6029]

This was before my time. After I got in my 20s his story was one worth looking into. I took 4 years of criminal justice. No it was no self defense, I don't believe for a minute that Mr Sam Cooke took her there to Alledgley Assault her. I don't believe it was a chance meeting. I also believe those two women knew eachother. Learning of thier Alledgeld history. She could of ran once he got out of the car. No she saw that was of cash knew she was going to get it.we talking about the 60s. Young Black Talented, Singer, Songwriter not to mention Good looking. Many artist played around. Alledgley. It's sad, tradgic. Reguardless. I don't think he did anything to deserve the way he died. If all the records were kept. It's possible this case could be solved. Lot cold cases have been solved. But his was probally listed as justified homicide. Many records of the report and trial may no longer exist. I love all kinds of music. Anytime a young Artist die you have to wonder. But thanks Scott. For showing us Mr Cooke final resting place. My mom loved all kinds of music, and Mr Cooke was one of her favorites. It's funny how back then teenagers listened to a lot music, loved what they loved. I don't think most teenagers were as racists as a lot of adults. I might be wrong. Music is music. If you love it reguardless of the color of the Artist, you bought it, listened, danced to it. Didn't care what others thought. I know I don't. I know I probally won't get to go there. I'm glad you did, paid your Respects, to both Mr Cooke and his Son. Was it a year later that he was killed after his son died.?. That's Sad.😣. Take care, yeah I talk a lot, part of my Profession. 😁. RIP Baby Vincent Cooke and Mr Sam Cooke.🙏🕊🦋✨🌠🌻🌷💐💜. Love,respect and positivity always. 🧘‍♀️🙌👍✌🦋🌠🌻💜💫🖖. Neita james. 🙂👋.

[@plymouthduster225]

Glad to see this video. I always thought that there was something off about the way the women said things happened at the motel that night. Singer Etta James claimed that both of his hands had been broken and crushed. And I believe also she said that his nose appeared to be broken. I just always had a feeling that things didn't happen the way these two ladies said that it did at that motel.

[@sufundasamuels2313]

I find it to be off as well, because Mr. Sam Cooke was aspiring to have full control of his music and label. For him to die like that, has the mob written all over it and back then the mob will muscle the artists to do things their way or suffer the consequences which is death....even Motown was immersed into mob ties and Berry Gordy was the head honcho there, but the mob controlled him and as we all know, Motown had the artists that were of major substance. The artists didn't get paid for their singing abilities and worth like they should have, but Berry Gordy and the mob did...just think about it for a minute. The mob has serious connections when it comes to boxing matches too...that's how Mr. Sonny Liston started out and his death is also mysterious. I'm sorry to be going way out on this topic, but back then gangsters ruled the music industry and so many other businesses, because it was and still is an easy cash cow.

[@plymouthduster225]

@@sufundasamuels2313 Very true. In July 1966 Bobby Fuller was found dead in the front seat of his mother's Oldsmobile and Erik Greene who was related to Sam Cooke, I don't recollect how they were related at the moment, he cited similarities between the deaths of Mr. Cooke and Bobby Fuller.

[@sufundasamuels2313]

@@plymouthduster225 Yes, I believe Mr. Erik Greene was Mr. Sam Cooke's great nephew or something like that. Also, Mr. Otis Redding was not only about his music, but the business side of music and the next thing you know he was in a bad plane crash....he was only 26 years old, but had the smarts about business.

[@talkcat10]

@@sufundasamuels2313 You have it right! He took on the mob. They had him killed.

[@valeriebillings7248]

Yelp he had been beaten

[@sandrachestnut6449]

Your video of Sam Cooke was very respectfully done and informative. Thank you for the information. What tragic loss of talent and the loss of his son may they both RIP.

[@caroleroseburgh1344]

Hi Scott 🙋🏽. Sam Cooke has family in the same vicinity in which l live. I met his cousin. Thanks for sharing this with me ‼️

[@JamesAdair0018965]

he should still be with us today --what happened to him shouldn't have happened ,bless you scott

[@talkcat10]

He would be in his nineties!

[@kp9955]

I remember them announcing Sam Cooke's death on the radio. I was age 6. My mother and Father would play all his songs and a Aunt and Uncle too! It was a tragedy! I have his Songs the hit Album Sam Cooke at the Copa. He was a good looking man with talent he was on many different TV shows Especially the Ed Sullivan show. His music will last forever. Thanks for sharing my first time visiting his grave and home 🏡

[@shenyaet2755]

Rest In Peace Sam Cooke. He is still inspiring even after his death. His voice full of soul will never go out of style. I hope those involved in his death got real karma, because justice should still be served. He didn’t deserve to be murdered that way at all. Period.

[@MultiMakeupqueenX]

Wow I’ve been waiting for a video on Sam cooke. Not everyone covers his sad story. Thank you Scott for bringing the best videos as always lots of love and respect from uk 🇬🇧🤍🤍

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

And not everyone or really anyone gets to visit his grave. It was an honor

[@barbarapeller]

I listen to his music every morning or evening that I go walking. I am 66 years old, and old-school music forever, and loved Sam Cooke to heart. Sam's death was a setup, for sure.

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you for watching Barbara!!

[@aliciacamille636]

I love the effort u put into ur research on the people u choose to highlight on ur channel. I'm a huge fan of biographies, so the backstories are more interesting than u know. I became a fan of urs when I watched ur episode on Jonathan Brandis. The respect to the memories u show is also endearing. Keep up the great work.

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you Alicia 😊

[@LadyDragonsblood]

Scott, don't know if you read it or not, but Etta James gives a chilling account of what she saw when she observed Sam's body. (You may mention this in the video, but haven't yet as I paused to type this). I think there is WAY more to this than the "known and accepted" story. I love this style of videos you do. No matter what you think of the victim or the person committing the crime, you remain respectful. Even your dislike for a perpetrator is still respectful. Thank you for all your hard work bringing us these stories.

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Yes I indeed did read that but due to how long I was talking I left it out. It’s very disturbing what she said about Sam’s body

[@LadyDragonsblood]

@@SCOTTONTAPE Yes it was, very much so. I also can't think of a reason she would lie...she had her own reputation to maintain.

[@Criscilla241]

What did Etta say?

[@LadyDragonsblood]

@@Criscilla241 You need to look it up. The details are too much for YT...and if I said it, the comment would probably be deleted by the YT TOS bot NOT Scott.

[@laurenlocd3180]

@@Criscilla241 “james described cook as severely beaten . His head almost separated from his shoulders,his hands were broken and crushed . And his nose mangled “

[@janineshaner1107]

Alot of questions that won't ever be answered. RIP sam. Thank you scott.

[@epfan4life1]

Thank you for doing a video of Sam Cooke. He was absolutely amazing!

[@tammymeador1651]

BEAUTIFUL video Scott. It brought me to tears to hear him singing at the sons grave and then again at his own grave. Well done once again. You are such an Amazing storyteller ❤❤

[@TravelWithLisaMH]

I never knew this story. I have so many questions about this case. However, still such a tragic ending for such a promising talent. Nicely narrated Scott. 👏

[@nojusticejustus2912]

Cooke was taken out because of his influence then his plans. He owned all his master's to his music he was gonna go global/ independent with distribution. The Mafia wasn't having that. Used a woman to lure Cooke over they beat him to death and staged the scene . Other artists later tried the same thing Cooke did it didn't end well for them either. The Mafia will let you own catalogs n masters but who distributes it will always be them. Hope this helps

[@nojusticejustus2912]

They made Micheal Jackson fake his death to get back the Beatles n Elvis catalog only because Micheal owned it all outright so he was in the distribution clause aswell . Warren Buffett sent a plane for prince the poor guy never saw it coming. They got him too. Dave Chappelle rebirthed Rick James career look they got him too. In the music industry a black man is only gonna make it so far with some exception. They allow Jay-Z and Kanye to become billionaires to continue stealing talent distribution rights etc. They prop up the few to scam the many . I found out some pretty disturbing things having access , my family has been in law enforcement in many places for long times .

[@TravelWithLisaMH]

@@nojusticejustus2912 thanks

[@maryalicephillips7693]

@@nojusticejustus2912 9

[@shenyaet2755]

@@nojusticejustus2912 What do you mean distribute it?

[@thomastraynor9299]

I was 11 yrs old at the time of Sam's death. it was not until I was 16 I heard him on the radio, smitten ever since. This is a very informative documentary. Well documented. I felt such heartache seeing Vincents' then Sam's resting place. It was so moving for the stones to be laid on both of the graves. I am currently reading Sam Cook DREAM BOOGIE by Peter Guralnick. I have stopped at the chapter of his demise. I am not sure I can read it. RIP Sam. Thank your for the music. *I feel Sam never recovered from the death of his little son. Anne Traynor.

[@Rockstargrace_]

People back then way before our time went threw so much pain an wrong doings over their own music 🎼 it’s so sad. The way the music industry was back then may god rest their souls 🕊 🕊 🕊 an thank you for your great music may it love on forever in our hearts ♥️ 💕

[@glennmcallister2509]

Makes me cry watching this video. i am 72 years. Sam Cooke will always be number one. Don't need no Therapy, i listen to the music of Sam Cooke.

[@suzieaustin.5905]

Thankyou for telling and remembering Sam Cooke.He was a great singer.😔😔🤗🤗

[@airwatts]

....I remember the story on Sam and My Parents shared with our family and seeing the Doc. on Netflix goes with the Story you gave so much detail to Scott. As MANY times I've went past that place, I had no Ideal that was the location of the Motel... THANKU Scott for sharing Bro...RIP Sam Cooke... Still such a sad sad Story.....

[@anthonymadrinan2964]

Sam is one of my all time favorite musicians. Well done Brother. Pretty cool you got access to that great man’s final resting place. ❤️💯

[@robertbaptiste7106]

My favorite singer gone to soon! May he Rest In Peace and his music 🎵 be a blessing to all 🎵

[@andiestewart7423]

I watched the doc about Sam. Thanks for follow up on those two women involved, doc didn’t provide that information. Glad you left something on his sons grave. Seems like he’s long been forgotten 😢

[@ochemiamarshall3859]

Thank you for this video. I am a huge fan of Sam’s work and artistry. It’s complexly tragic that his life ended so soon. He is and always will be the “King” of soul music. ❤️

[@janadeubner9883]

Sam was a beautiful singer who passed too soon and so young. RIP Sam and baby son. Well done Scott.

[@terrygraves3864]

I don’t know why nobody didn’t make a movie about Sam Cooke

[@bringbackcommonsense528]

sadly they would have to put in the alledged crime which i feel was a set up/not true

[@nicko4785]

Dude, that hurt my brain reading that.

[@pinkarate1]

@@nicko4785 This might be the best comment EVER! I literally cannot stop laughing my a$$ off! Thanks for making my day!

[@weezyg5084]

It's time past time but it's going to open a lot of eyes that needs to be open

[@jeffreyivery4299]

A friend of mine who I used to work with told me the story of his uncle who was friends with Sam Cooke and when I asked him man what happened he said it was a white woman who shot Sam not a black woman and he died get this Scott.....it was supposed to have happened on sunset bl at the hotel right across the street from Where Ralphs is I can't think of the name of the hotel so I asked my friend are u sure he said yes my uncle whent to the funeral and that's the story he told him now when I asked my mom she said she heard that the mob was involved in his death and they wanted to get some dirt on him by saying he was with that hooker my mom saw him at the funeral parlor on central Ave in 1964 He had a bubble over him so people couldn't touch him one of the guys who worked there said it took hours and hours to get him ready because he was so badly hurt his wounds just didn't take to the makeup so that what I heard......REST IN PEACE SAM COOKE

[@teresawilm8458]

Leon Bridges is considered the modern day Sam Cooke, it is amazing how much of Sam Cooke is channeled in the sound of his music 😱😔❤️

[@denislacombe4103]

I am French i've never heard about this singer! But by reading the comments i know now who he was! Rest in Peace Mister Cooke! God has your soul with him foerever!!!

[@barbaracampbell9907]

One of the all time greats ever such a talent

[@geegeestarks]

When he flashed that wad of cash he signed his death warrant. That's why she was eyeing him. She knew he was intoxicated. At the hotel he got undressed, went in the bathroom and she grabbed his pants and fled. The rest was a set up by her. That's my opinion

[@onlyjoetee]

He should have gone home to his wife…

[@TheeclassicOne]

That's why ppl should NEVER flash money in public. Just common sense😆

[@ameliarhodes5000]

You really moved me. Well done. I watch a LOT of graveyard and pop culture videos. Rare for one to really hit that spot. This one did.

[@norajazzypoppy9043]

Wow thank you for this.My parents loved Sam Cook.may he and his son rest in peace 🙏🙏🕯️🕯️🕊️🕊️

[@Frank-the-Tank-13]

I love watching videos of people I have never heard of and learning of those people. Great job.

[@susandean2676]

Love his music. Never knew all this about his death.

[@littlescarface2]

Thank You! This was Soo heartfelt ❤️❤️❤️ wish my Aunt was still here to share more about him being our relative. Loved him and his music even before I was told that he’s related to our family❤️❤️❤️

[@TammyA165]

Thank you I have always loved Sam Cooke's music. I really thought he would have had a much bigger stone. His poor wife losing her son then her husband within a year.

[@toniiedward3398]

I NEVER KNEW THAT STORY ABOUT THE DEATH OF SAM . THANK YOU MR. SCOTT FOR GIVING US AN OUTLINE OF WHAT POSSIBLELY HAD HAPPENED.

[@williambutler8624]

Sam Cooke was one of the greatest singers of all time, he was truly gifted, nobody can sing like Sam Cooke, he sang from his soul, just like Marvin Gaye, two of the best, both passed away under tragic circumstances, I pray they rest in peace, they will live on through their music 🎶, thank you so much for sharing this video.

[@denischabriddell986]

Wow this story was nuts. Scott you did a beautiful job telling the story of this horrible tragedy. 😢

[@maryruggiero2884]

Thanks for doing this video, Scott...I love it. and who doesn't love Sam Cooke!! So many singers of the 60's lived and died under strange circumstances. That would be a great area for you to cover. No one's gotten around to people like David Ruffin who, allegedly, was thrown out of a moving car at the hospital where he died. I don't know if it's true or not, but maybe you could find out?

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

I did do a video on David Ruffin it’s here on my channel. As far as I know that story is somewhat true , not a moving car but he was indeed left at the hospital

[@maryruggiero2884]

@@SCOTTONTAPE Thanks for your response, Scott. I'm going to look for the video you mentioned. I'm sure it will be as great as all your others are!! Looking forward to it!

[@nojusticejustus2912]

Sam Cooke was lured to the room where the Mafia beat him to death then staged the scene. This is why there's no statute of limitations on m1 charges yet they'll never reopen sam's cold case. Hope this helps. Suge knight , irv Gotti and j. Prince tried to do the same thing Cooke was doing own his distribution company. Look what happened to them irv got fed time lost his label, Suge knight sits in jail for self defense and lost his label j. Prince was bankrupted and rap a lot records is on its way out. Hope this helps

[@American_King]

@@nojusticejustus2912 MIchael Jackson as well tried to own his distribution and label MJJ records for blk artist and they took him out as well

[@michelehood8837]

@@American_King I dispute your claim that Michael Jackson was taken out. I think Michael was haunted by dark issues - childhood trama that lead to the traumatizarían of many innocent children - which bothered him so much he couldn’t cope or sleep. Thanks to his million$, Michael found an unethical doctor to illegally administer a drug that helped Michael get the illusive sleep he sought, and it killed him.

[@chrisquinlan6527]

Every time I hear "A Change Is Gonna Come" I get chills. Gone way too soon. I truly hope he didn't do that to that girl though.

[@juniormint3136]

Based on hearing the testimonies from Boyer and Franklin, also you take into account Boyer's other busts she lured Sam to the motel, robbed him and took his pants to try and prevent him from chasing her. Tragically he got shot because he did break in to the office but he was frantic because he was robbed and got conned. It's one of those chain of events sparked by an opportunist crook and Sam got hurt by it. RIP Sam you were done wrong.

[@susamgray2483]

Sam had money and looks...Trust me he didn't have to rape no one

[@JAnotherday]

I could remember his death being announced when I was a kid his name was always in the back of my mind as being a murdered black man. Didn't quite know all the details until now which is still a bit elusive yet truly suggestive thank you Scott for bringing this to light. I used to get confused between the two Otis Redding and Sam Cooke

[@themohiru]

Great presentation Scott 👏 Thanks for shedding light on this case.

[@jetknight7562]

@SCOTT ON TAPE just like to say I enjoy all your videos of many true story's and all the time and effort you put into this is is awe-some work.

[@dianeritchey2775]

Excellent and beautiful presentation of this story. Well done Scott!

[@paulwilliams4092]

What a sad story. May Sam and his son rest in peace . God bless. 🙏🙏

[@angelawheeler7825]

I love the music 🎶 to this wonderful video.

[@TroysPop]

Thanks for providing the footage of the cemetery. I have not been there since the Fan Club visited in January 2005. It's good that others who are interested to see it have that opportunity.

[@donnasmith311]

Amazing details!! Thank you for what you do!! I’ve been following for a while!! This is certainly one of your best✨👍🏽!!

[@leahfernandez2460]

Double Tragedy,So very sad.Thank you Scott