Sam Moore (born 12 October 1935) is an American Southern Soul and Rhythm & Blues (R&B) singer who was the primary lead vocal for the soul vocal duo Sam & Dave from 1961 through 1981. Sam Moore is a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Grammy Hall of Fame (for "Soul Man") and a Grammy Award and a multi-Gold Record award winning recording artist. Sam & Dave were the most successful and critically acclaimed duo in Soul Music history. Moore also has achieved a distinguished 25 year career as .