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Smokey Robinson (Rock Singer) - Age, Birthday, Bio, Facts, Family, Net Worth, Height & More

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Smokey Robinson
William "Smokey" Robinson Jr. is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and former record manager. Robinson is the founder and lead singer of Motown the Miracles, for which he is also a musician and lead producer. He led the group from its roots in 1955 as "The Five Chimes" until 1972 when he announced his retirement from the group to focus on Motown's role as vice president. However, Robinson returned to the music scene as a solo artist the following year. After selling Motown Records in 1988, Robinson left the company in 1990. Robinson was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987 and received the 2016 US Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for his lifetime contribution to music. popular.
Birth nameWilliam Robinson Jr.
BornFebruary 19, 1940, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
GenresR&B, soul, pop
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, record producer, record executive
InstrumentsVocals, piano, guitar
Years active1955–present
LabelsMotown, Universal, SBK, Liquid 8, Robso
Associated actsThe Miracles, The Temptations, Mary Wells, Aretha Franklin, Joss Stone, Timothy Bloom, Marvin Gaye, The Marvelettes, The Supremes, Rick James

About Smokey Robinson

Smokey Robinson
Smokey Robinson

Rock Singer Smokey Robinson was born in Detroit, Michigan, United States on February 19, 1940. He's 84 years old today.

The Miracles' singer who contributed to the Motown sound. After playing with The Five Chimes until 1972, he went on to have a solo career. He has hit songs like"A Quiet Storm,""Tears of a Clown,""You've Really Got a Hold on Me", and"I Second That Emotion".

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Smokey Robinson before becoming famous

Smokey Robinson was born in the Zodiac sign Pisces (The Water-Bearer), and 1940 is also the year of Dragon (龍) in the Chinese Zodiac.

He was a big fan of Westerns and misunderstood his uncle's nickname, Smokey Joe, for a cowboy one. He was inspired to play by artists such as Billy Ward and His Dominoes.

Achievement of Smokey Robinson

He was the vice president of Motown Records from 1961 to 1988.

Smokey Robinson's Family, Spouse, Dating and Relationship

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Smokey Robinson

He married Claudette on November 7, 1959. Following their divorce, he married Frances Glandney in May 2002. His sons are Trey and Berry, and his daughter is Tamla.

Smokey Robinson on Social Media

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Smokey Robinson Collabed with

For Soul Singer Marvin Gaye, he wrote the songs"I'll Be Doggone" and"Ain't That Peculiar".

Smokey Robinson Income & Net worth

Smokey Robinson's income mainly comes from the work that created his reputation: a rock singer. Information about his net worth in 2024 is being updated as soon as possible by allfamous.org, you can contact to tell us Net Worth of the Smokey Robinson.

Smokey Robinson Height and Weight

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Latest information about Smokey Robinson updated on March 22 2023.