William "Smokey" Robinson, Jr. (born February 19, 1940) is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, record producer, and former record executive. Robinson is one of the primary figures associated with Motown Records, second only to the company's founder, Berry Gordy. Robinson's consistent commercial success and creative contributions to the label have earned him the title "King of Motown." As a member of the vocal group The Miracles and as a solo artist, Robinson delivered thirty-seven Top 40 hits for Motown between 1960 and 1987. He also served as the company's vice president from 1961 to 1988.
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- Wikipedia article on Smokey Robinson
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- Is/was married to Claudette Robinson,
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BBC Reviews 
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Time Flies When You’re Having Fun 2009
Reviewed by Lloyd Bradley
Smokey delivers exactly what you expect, but can still surprise.
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My World: The Definitive Collection 2005
Reviewed by Pete Marsh
Crisp, clever, soulful and emotionally literate works of genius.

