Sammy Strain

Sammy Strain
Also known asSam Strain
Born
Samuel Strain Jr.

(1939-12-09) December 9, 1939
Genres
OccupationSinger
InstrumentVocals (tenor)
Years active1956–2004

Samuel Strain Jr. (born December 9, 1939)note is an American retired R&B vocalist, known for his time as a member of Little Anthony and the Imperials (1961–1972; 1992–2004) and The O'Jays (1976–1992).

He holds the unusual distinction of being twice inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: in 2005 with the O'Jays and in 2009 with Little Anthony and the Imperials.