What singer recorded and wrote the original version of "Stand By Me," a song that has been covered by over 400 artists?

"Stand By Me" is a 1961 song written by singer-songwriter Ben E. King. The title of the song was taken from a spiritual written by Sam Cooke. The song was also included in the soundtrack of the 1986 film of the same name starring King alongside River Phoenix and Wil Wheaton. The track has been covered by over 400 artists including Otis Redding, John Lennon, and Cassius Clay.

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