Sammy Davis, Jr. was a multifaceted American entertainer known for his talents in music, dance, and acting. Predominantly a jazz artist, his vocal style was marked by clear enunciation, wide ranging pitch, and emotional expressiveness. A key member of the "Rat Pack", alongside Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, Davis significantly contributed to the popularization of jazz and swing music in the mid-20th century. His most influential works include the hit songs "The Candy Man" and "I've Gotta Be Me".