Oldsie Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Singer Joe Cocker, best known for his cover of the Beatles' With A Little Help From My Friends, has died aged 70. The singer song-writer from Sheffield had a career lasting more than 40 years with hits including You Are So Beautiful and Up Where We Belong. His agent Barrie Marshall confirmed that he had died of an undisclosed illness. He said he was "simply unique" and "it will be impossible to fill the space he leaves in our hearts." Known for his gritty voice, Cocker began his singing career in the pubs and clubs of Sheffield in the 1960s before hitting the big time. He was propelled to pop stardom when his version of The Beatles' With A Little Help from My Friends reached number one. His duet with Jennifer Warnes, Up Where We Belong - from An Officer And A Gentleman - hit number one and went on to win both a Grammy and an Academy Award. He was honoured with an OBE in 2007. Last year he broke all his own records in arenas across Europe, with a number one album in Germany and what was to be his final concert in Hammersmith, London, in June. http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-30582761 He has always been an all-time favourite of mine. His raspy and soulful voice will forever be missed. Thanks for your incredible contributions to the world of music, Mr. Cocker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrs1991 Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 WOW R.I.P. He was so great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creepia Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 For real? That sucks, my mum is a big fan. RIP Joe Cocker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Generations Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Wha...wha...what? Excuse me. I need a moment. And how are there not more replies to this? Do people really not know who JC was? This is kind of huge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunchbox Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 Dude legitimately had a beautiful voice. RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maskedmaniac Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyriqz ✪ Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 Rest in peace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vapor Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 My dad used to listen to this guy. R.I.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrockMeatCannon Posted December 24, 2014 Report Share Posted December 24, 2014 Wow, I was very shocked when I heard about this. I grew up with his music and have always loved his style and voice. The way he performed on stage (practically acting disabled) along with his unique, raspy voice solidify him as an icon and have made him a much-loved figure in the music industry. His performance of With a Little Help from My Friends at Woodstock remains one of the greatest I've ever seen. R.I.P. Sir Cocker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernez Posted December 24, 2014 Report Share Posted December 24, 2014 I didn't get the chance to reply in here until now. Joe Cocker was an amazing voice and brought some classics and heartfilled songs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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