In this August 1969 file picture Joe Cocker performs at the Woodstock Festival of Arts and Music in Bethel, New York. The Associated Press

Joe Cocker in London to celebrate release of his first record on Sept.10,1964. The Associated Press

Joe Cocker performs in June 1970 during the Joe Cocker – Mad Dogs & Englishmen tour and traveling party. Cocker, the raspy-voiced British singer known for his frenzied cover of "With a Little Help From My Friends," and the teary ballad "You Are So Beautiful," died of lung cancer on Monday at the age of 70.

Joe Cocker, performing live in Tel Aviv, Israel in July 1983. The Associated Press

British singer Joe Cocker sings the "Red Cross Gala", Friday, Aug. 5, 2011, in Monaco. The Associated Press

British singer Joe Cocker speaks after receiving the trophy for the category « lifetime achievement award music» during the 48th Golden Camera award ceremony in Berlin, Germany, Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013. The Associated Press