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Smokey Robinson
(1940-)
Who Is Smokey Robinson?
Smokey Robinson is second to only Berry Gordy in the founding of Motown.
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A prolific songwriter, he is credited with 4,000 songs and 37 Top 40 hits, including "Tears of a Clown," "Tracks of My Tears" and "Love Machine." Robinson also served as vice president of Motown Records, writing and producing hits for groups such as The Temptations ("My Girl") and Mary Wells ("My Guy").
Early Career: The Miracles
Singer, songwriter and record producer Smokey Robinson was born William Robinson Jr.
on February 19, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan. Growing up in a rough neighborhood, Robinson started out singing in local groups. In the early 1950s, he formed the Matadors, which later became the world-famous group The Miracles.
A chance meeting with record producer Berry Gordy Jr. led to a contract with Motown Records as well as an important working relationship.
The Miracles scored their first big hit with "Shop Around" (1960) and developed quite a following with their energetic R&