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William "Smokey" Robinson, Jr. (born February 19, 1940) is an American (United States) R&B (Rhythm and blues) and soul (soul music) singer-songwriter, record producer, and former record executive. Robinson is one of the primary figures associated with Motown Records, second only to the companys founder, Berry Gordy. Robinsons 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 companys vice president from 1961 to 1988.
Background: solo_singer
Birth Name: William Robinson, Jr.
Date of birth: 1940-02-19
Birth Location: Detroit, Michigan, United States, U.S.
Origin: Detroit, Michigan, U.S. (United States)
Instrument: Vocals (singer), Piano
Genre: R&B, Soul (Soul music)
Occupation: Singer, songwriter, record producer, record executive
Years Active: 1955-1972 (Groups),1972-present (Solo)
Website: www.smokeyrobinson.com/?utm_source=wikipedia&utm_medium=smokey_page&utm_campaign=wiki_smokey_link
Associated Acts: The Miracles, The Temptations, Mary Wells