Smokey Robinson Modal

Smokey Robinson (born William “Smokey” Robinson Jr., February 19, 1940) is one of the most influential figures in soul and pop music—renowned for his velvet tenor, poetic songwriting, and central role in shaping the Motown sound.

Master songwriter with emotionally precise lyrics
Motown vice president and creative architect
Signature intimate tenor voice

Shop Around
You’ve Really Got a Hold on Me
The Tracks of My Tears
Ooo Baby Baby
I Second That Emotion

Cruisin’ (1979)
Being With You (1981)
Just to See Her (Grammy)

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Kennedy Center Honors
Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

Smokey Robinson

Biography

Why He Matters

The Miracles

Solo Career

Honors & Legacy