description: One of the most influential singer-songwriters of all time, Sam Cooke was among the first to blend gospel music and secular themes. This text is a haunting depiction of one man striving to achieve despite all obstacles.
language: English
title: Dream Boogie: The Triumph of Sam Cooke
titlecomplete: Dream Boogie: The Triumph of Sam Cooke
characters: Sam Cooke
genres: Historical, Biography, American, Music, Nonfiction, Autobiography, Biography Memoir, Pop Culture, History, African American
ratings_count: 1002
places: The United States of America
publisher: Abacus