One of the early American jazz artists to crossover into mainstream popularity, Cole started out as a jazz pianist in a trio.

He had a memorable, peerlessly smooth voice, famously heard on hits including 'Let there be Love', 'When I fall in Love', 'Nature Boy' and 'Unforgettable'.

'Unforgettable' later became a hit 'duet' accompanied by his daughter Natalie Cole, who has enjoyed a successful career in her own right.

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