He was also influenced by soul musicians such as Sam Cooke , whose live album Sam Cooke at the Copa was a strong influence , but later explored other popular genres .
Early on Redding copied the rock and soul style of his role model Little Richard .
Little Richard was also influenced by soul musicians such as Sam Cooke , whose live album Sam Cooke at the Copa was a strong influence , but later explored other popular genres .
Early on Redding copied the rock and soul style of his role model Little Richard .