Sam Dees is an American soul singer, songwriter, and record producer hailing from Birmingham, Alabama. Known for his smooth, soulful style, Dees gained prominence in the 1970s and has penned over 350 songs. His most notable work includes writing for legendary artists like Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, and Whitney Houston. Despite his behind-the-scenes success, Dees has remained relatively under the radar as a performer, with his 1975 album "The Show Must Go On" being a critically acclaimed yet commercially overlooked gem in soul music.