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His uncle Claude nicknamed him "Smokey Joe" because young William Robinson loved cowboys and wanted to be one. The nickname was also to remind him that he was black, although he was very light skinned, with green eyes, whcih he inherited from his mother's side of the family. Later on, the "Joe" was dropped, and he became "Smokey".
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∙ 14y agoSmokey Robinson is an R&B singer started out with Motown Records. His group were Smokey Robinson and the Miracles.
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He got the name from his uncle and his nickname for him was Smokey Joe.
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What band did Smokey Robinson lead?
Smokey Robinson led The Miracles.
Who is trey Robinson?
He is a son of Smokey Robinson.
What is the real name of Smokey Robinson?
William Robinson
What is the name of Smokey Robinson's first wife?
Also Smokey Robinson also had an ex-wife which they obviously divorced called Claudette Robinson I forgot her original last name but you can just look that up. second ime answering a questions how'd I do?
What group was smokey Robinson with?
The Miracles
Did Smokey Robinson derive his stage name from Smokey Bear?
No. William Robinson originally got Smokey from "Smokey Joe", a nickname given to him by one of his uncles because of his love for cowboy movies. This was later shortened to "Smokey".
What band did Smokey Robinson lead?
Smokey Robinson led The Miracles.
What is Smokey Robinson's birthday?
Smokey Robinson was born on February 19, 1940.
What is Smokey Robinson's birthday?
Smokey Robinson was born on February 19, 1940.
When is Smokey Robinson's birthday?
Smokey Robinson was born on February 19, 1940
When was Smokey's Family Robinson created?
Smokey's Family Robinson was created on 1976-02-10.
What is Smokey Robinson's occupation?
Smokey Robinson is a/an Singer songwriter record producer record executive
Who play smokey Robinson in the movie the temptations?
who played young Smokey Robinson in the movie the temptations
Is Smokey Robinson Pharrell's father?
No. Smokey Robinson had only two children, Berry and Tamla.
Who is trey Robinson?
He is a son of Smokey Robinson.
Where can I get a copy of Smokey's Family Robinson?
you can get this album on the cd "Smokey Robinson: The Solo Albums Volume 2
How did Smokey Robinson's father die?
Smokey's dad, William Robinson, Sr, died of natural causes.
