A black mans' voice in a white body (I mean that in a good way)

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I love Joe Cocker, that raspy, soulful voice takes me back to my days in Mississippi where you could hear the most inspirational, heartfelt renditions. I was not allowed as child to listen to anything but gospel and as I got older I would sneak and listen to Rhythm and blues, down home blues and swing. I had an uncle that owned a bar and grill and when he would open up I would sit behind the counter and close my eyes when someone would play the juke box. That music would speak to a part of me that I now have come to know as my soul. When I hear Joe Cocker I can close my eyes and remember the days at the bar and grill. I love his voice and the emotion he puts in the songs he sings. Joe Cocker is a great artist and I hope he keeps on going for many years to come. Have you ever really listened to him? What do you or don't you like about him?