This double-CD set collects many of the 1950s-era recordings of the legendary R&B singer Sam Cooke with the gospel group the Soul Stirrers, who provide a supple backing for Cooke's soaring vocals on tracks like the glorious "Touch the Hem of His Garment," the old-time "Jesus Gave Me Water," and the uplifting "The Last Mile of the Way." Also featured are a number of pop sides Cooke recorded before leaving the Specialty label, including his first major secular hit, "Lovable."