Joe Cocker dead at 70
Joe Cocker dead at 70
Joe Cocker, the singer and songwriter whose hits included You Are So Beautiful and "Up Where We Belong," has died of lung cancer, his agent, Barrie Marshall, confirmed to FOX411.
Cocker was 70 years old.
Joe Cocker is a legendary artist of rock and blues history and yet he was one of the most humble men I've ever met," said Edgar Berger, who signed Joe Cocker to Sony Music Entertainment."His iconic voice will forever be etched in our memories and our thoughts go out to Joes wife Pam and his family at this difficult time. Joe will live on in the hearts of millions of fans around the world.
One of the most prolific artists of his era, Cocker released 40 albums over his 50 year career. The British-born superstar had his first No. 1 U.K. hit in 1968 with The Beatles' tune "With a Little Help from My Friends." He then took his tune to Woodstock in 1969, and it later became the theme song for the beloved family sitcom "The Wonder Years."
Former Beatle Ringo Starr quickly took to social media to react to the news of Cocker's death.
The Grammy award winner was known for a powerhouse raspy voice as well as his mesmerizing, convulsive on-stage delivery. Cocker's hits also included top songs like "Everybody Hurts" and Ain't No Sunshine.
Cocker received an OBE (Order of The British Empire) in 2011 for his contribution to music.
There will be a private memorial for the rock legend.
Cocker is survived by his wife, Pam, his brother Victor Cocker, his step-daughter Zoey Schroeder and his two grandchildren.
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.RIP Joe , and thank you for all of the great music you gave us...."You Are So Beautiful."
You will beremembered and missedby many..
I really enjoyed Joe and his music.
RIP Joe.
He was one of a kind!!
I'm so sorry to learn this! He was a music legend!
I always loved his version of this:
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Another great one of his songs.
"Mad Dogs and Englishmen" - that brings back memories of a great part of my younger years
He really gets into his music...great artist!
He had a unique style. Once you heard his voice you never forgot what it sounded like.
A great artist !!! Love his cover of John Hiatt's Have A Little Faith In Me.
His voice was definitely unique...(and sexy)
Love his cover of John Hiatt's Have A Little Faith In Me. So do I!!
Mad Dogs and Englishmen... Loved him then and have been a fan forever since.
RIP Joe, you were one of the 'greats'.
He was a good looking, awesome singer!!
Total Bummer. I really like Joe. RIP. I know you've joined Rock in Roll Heaven.
I know you've joined Rock in Roll Heaven..... Singing with all of the other great artists that have walked on
I guessthis could be a reminder to appreciate the people in our lives, and each day that is given to us.