What is the full name of the man that inspired the Stand by me
Stand by Me (song):  According to King, the title is derived and was inspired by a spiritual composition by Sam Cooke called "Stand by Me Father" (although Mike Stoller has stated differently). Sam Cooke: Samuel Dale "Sam" Cook (January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964), was an American singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur.
Samuel Dale "Sam" Cook