Hank Jacobs was an American keyboardist known for his contributions to the soul and R&B genres during the 1960s. He was a session musician who worked with prominent artists such as Jimmy Witherspoon, providing a distinctive Hammond organ sound that became a signature of his style. Jacobs' solo work, including his notable instrumental single "So Far Away," helped to shape the soul-jazz genre. Despite his lack of mainstream recognition, his influence on the world of soul and R&B music is undeniable.