Devastation strikes the music community as fans of a legendary soul duo come together to remember the remarkable legacy of an R&B icon.

Sam Moore, celebrated for his powerful vocals as one half of the iconic American soul group Sam & Dave alongside the equally talented Dave Prater, has passed away at the age of 89. This duo is best known for their timeless classics such as “Hold On, I’m Comin,’” “Soul Man,” and “Soothe Me.” His wife and manager, Joyce Moore, confirmed the heartbreaking news to numerous media outlets.

The beloved singer took his last breath on the morning of January 10 at his home in Coral Gables, Florida, following an unspecified surgical procedure earlier in the week. His representative, Jeremy Westby, shared with Rolling Stone that Sam succumbed to “complications recovering” from the surgery, but details regarding the exact cause of death have yet to be publicly disclosed.

In the vibrant music scene of the 1960s, Sam and Dave were an integral part of the R&B genre. Their hit song “Soul Man” reached an impressive number two on the Billboard Hot 100 charts shortly after its release in 1967, solidifying their status in music history. This track also earned the duo a Grammy Award for Best R&B Group Performance at the 10th Annual Grammy Awards. Throughout their illustrious career, they received three additional Grammy nominations and were honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019, celebrating their significant contributions to the world of music.