TO FUNNY!..Smokey Robinson And the Miracles - Shop Around REACTION

[@James-StJames]

Smokey is one of the best singers ever to live. "I Second That Emotion", "Tears of a Clown" and "Tracks of My Tears" are three near perfect singles.

[@auckalukaum]

One of the best songwriters ever, as well. Smokey WAS Motown, as much as Barry Gordy was.

[@jfox9126]

Oh “Second that emotion” - I forgot about that song, it’s sooo good!

[@bakercarl8518]

Great picks.

[@LarryMillerDWWilf]

Near perfect?

[@dawnrobbins5877]

Bob Dylan called Smokey a poet. High compliment from the best songwriter on the planet!

[@Shrykespeare]

"You've Really Got a Hold On Me" is my favorite Smokey song. I'm sure it's others' too. Smokey is one of the biggest class acts of all time. You'll never find anyone with a bad thing to say about the man. In the 80s, there was a band called ABC who did a great song called "When Smokey Sings". You may want to put that on your list.

[@shirleyharrington1534]

Gotta do you really got a hold on me.Amber you will melt.

[@lewistasso8866]

Then, hearing The Beatles cover "You've Really Got a Hold On Me" just showed the influence that ones like Smokey had on Paul McCartney and John Lennon.

[@keithosmond5730]

Love When Smokey Sings!

[@katzablot599]

It’s my favorite song, period. The Beatles did a good cover of it, too.

[@empire7179]

You know you're absolutely right,, I never heard nothing bad or controversial about Smokey Robinson and I'm in my 60s so I knew his whole career..👍🏽✌🏽

[@mokumboi19]

You still have the best Smokey & the Miracles soing left to discover: Tears of a Clown.

[@willasacco9898]

Yep🤘

[@abelincoln3287]

Smokey is one of the all time greatest in my opinion! "Tears of a clown", "I second that emotion", "The tracks of my tears", "Being with you", "Cruising". You will love them all.

[@jimreese696]

Yes to all...

[@junerenner3509]

Great suggestions!

[@chrislindsley5944]

Cruising is my favorite Smokey song followed by I Second That Emotion.

[@brachiator1]

Claudette Rogers is one of the background singers on "Shop Around," and she was also an original member of the Miracles. She later married Smokey Robinson. This song was the first million seller hit for both Motown and for the Miracles.

[@Greyareas27]

And Claudette is also the sister of group member Bobby Rodgers. (She and Smokey were already married by this time.)

[@beachbumsailordude]

@@Greyareas27 Claudette sang lead on one of their songs "Father Dear".

[@Greyareas27]

@@beachbumsailordude Really? Gotta check that out.

[@perryphillips2919]

@@Greyareas27 she was Bobby’s cousin, not sister.

[@Nomad-vv1gk]

Claudette was not a background singer. She was a full member of The Miracles.

[@kahuna754]

Is Amber fangirling??? So cute. That's his natural voice which has held up even til today. This is good. Going to a Go Go is better. Now I must play my Smokey Robinson and The Miracles, Anthology.

[@deonneparrish9850]

Yes, more Smokey! Ooo Baby, Baby or Crusin' or anything else by Smokey would be great. Your talking about Smokey having a naturally high voice reminded me of another singer like that Wayne Newton-Danke Schoen. He tells of a funny story about calling his wife long distance and the operator thought he was a woman.

[@johnathandavis3693]

Smokey's opus work is the song "Cruisin' " which came out in 1979. You guys MUST do that one...

[@TracyfromNC]

It's so great!

[@michaelmacdermott6340]

Amber FYI in your Dad's defense, Johnnie Walker Scotch Whiskey is a premium brand sold in the States and in Europe. Johnnie Walker has different levels of whiskies, each identified by a different colour and each with a different price-tag. In order of least to most expensive, these are Johnnie Walker Red, Black, Double Black, Gold, Green, Platinum, and Blue. In terms of quality, the best Johnnie Walker label is Blue. Johnnie Walker Blue is the most coveted of the brand's line of blended whiskies. However, Johnnie Walker Red is a best-seller and has won many awards. That being said, if there is a whisky that can be justifiably described as being smooth, Johnnie Walker Blue Label is it. ... It is very good and probably worthy of being considered an exceptionally good whisky, especially amongst whiskies in continuous production and so widely available. So according to Red label vs Blue your Dad might have been saying you might not be the highest end of a Premium brand, (in your family) but your the most Popular... The GOAT of the brand (family).

[@chrisfili6227]

Definitely not cheap!

[@brynneholt1990]

I was wondering - never thought of that as cheap. Now, Mad Dog 2020…

[@chrisfili6227]

@@brynneholt1990 She’s lucky her dad didn’t call her Thunderbird, Wild Irish Rose, Cisco, or my favorite, Ripple!

[@PracticallyMagick]

What About Johnnie Walker Swing???

[@justmecarter1717]

The falsetto of these early artists, actually inspired Barry Gibb in his singing. I also love and miss the choreography of the older artists. My friends growing up were so in awe and spent many, many hours in our basement, trying to re-create their moves, lol. w

[@LarryMillerDWWilf]

Smokey does not use a falsetto. That is his natural tenor.

[@belkyhernandez8281]

Surprising

[@deniseketchum4332]

My friends and I also.

[@kylieadkins3108]

Smokey Robinson is a Motown icon!! He's just as popular today as he was in every decade. Love all of Smokeys songs. He's on my playlist.

[@michellecasey5752]

I never heard the entire song from Smokey Robinson and the Miracles. Those vocal gymnastics are out of this world. Thank you for reviewing this!

[@Nomad-vv1gk]

The name of the group was known as The Miracles from 1957 until 1965 when they became Smokey Robinson and the Miracles.

[@mamb70]

Smokey is one of the best, great songwriter also. OOO Baby Baby and Tracks of my Tears r incredible! Also had two great songs solo early 80s Crusin and Being with You.

[@jacqueplett1800]

Yes and amen. Smokey wrote my favorite Motown song - My Girl. I could listen to him all day.

[@greggill971]

Smokey Robinson is timeless. He has performed in Vegas for decades. He still performs even though he’s in his ‘80s. His voice is just as sweet as it always was. He has so many good songs. Please review more of his songs

[@Calamity_Jack]

If you want to hear how good Smokey *still* is, check him out on Darryl's House (Darryl Hall of Hall & Oates fame) singing "Ooo Baby Baby". He can still sing very high and beautiful even in his 80s!

[@Barb5001]

I saw that episode of LADH when it was first aired Darryl is a big fan of Smokey and his music. Here is just a segment from it kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJPJoKSEn82CaK8

[@MaryUtah2]

Claudette Rogers Robinson is the backup singer and married to Smokey from 1960-1986, inducted in Hall of Fame with Smokey.

[@elainemarsh5170]

My favorite from Smokey will always be “Cruisin’.” So freaking smooth. And yes, that’s from much later, and his voice, if anything, is even better.

[@LarryMillerDWWilf]

Listen to ooh baby baby

[@jpetersgoyanks]

Smokey’s voice is so glorious that people forget he is a genius level songwriter who had hits for decades. Smokey can not receive enough accolades.

[@jasonremy1627]

"Tears of a Clown" is his BEST song. The instrumentation (name another soul song with a bassoon), the groove, the lyrics, his voice, everything is perfect.

[@sibionic]

amen

[@RobertJohnson-hq6jq]

Co-written with Stevie Wonder

[@adnap]

What Smokey was doing that you’re referring to, is called “head voice.” It’s done with the false chords (falsetto) but with breath support and a bit of chest register mixed in, then just add a bit of volume and pressure for compression. It’s used a lot in Pop Music and all kinds of forms of Rock, Blues, including Rock/Glam Rock, and Metal.

[@michaelplowman8674]

I know you both would love "You Really Got A Hold on Me."

[@mimibee626]

Ahhhhh.....Smokey. He was sooooo smooth. I loved Smokey.

[@peppyd]

There was a song in the 80's by a group called ABC named "When Smokey Sings" which was written as a tribute. "When Smokey sings, I hear violins...when Smokey sings, I forget everything"

[@gaylesimons8985]

You two are adorable. Smokey means Motown to me, growing up in the 60’s and the way their songs still touch my heart and fill me with joy. I still love him and the Miracles every time I hear them. I’m back there again, filled with the emotions of that era ❤️ I love that your young generation can see how awesome they still a possivive

[@michaelmorgan3910]

Truly an amazing artist, what's crazy is in his older years he still has that same soft sultry voice. And for his age he definitely looks youthful. One of the Legends of Motown both as a group and as a solo artist.

[@williamg2552]

That “Female Voice” is Smokey’s wife Claudette Rogers-Robinson. She was an Original Member of the MIRACLES.

[@b.walter6646]

What great phrasing... This might be one of the best vocal performances of all time. THIS is how to sing!

[@launanorris2126]

Smokey greats...Tears of a Clown, Crusin, Tracks of my Tears and many more.

[@bassblvd3065]

If you want to hear an older Smokey listen to the live version from “Daryl House” featuring Daryl Hall of Hall&Oats, and Smokey Robinson singing Sara Smile/ ooh baby baby, both voice age like fine wine…..

[@twentyfiveyears5010]

Oh, hell yeah. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4PbdKxqad-aa68

[@dougstevens6257]

Smokey Robinson & The Miracles were, to me, one of the best acts that came out of Motown. You might also want to check out: "The Love I Saw in You Was Just a Mirage", "You've Really Got a Hold on Me" and "Tears of a Clown". Soul perfection!

[@ugtawna]

Tears of a Clown is my all time favorite Smokey Robinson Song.

[@jgriffin282]

He talks like he sings. Kind of light and whispery. Love Smokey!

[@peterhall2810]

There is a song called 'When Smokey Sings' by the UK group ABC.

[@jomorales8446]

I just saw Smokey in concert and his voice is still as smooth as silk! And his dance moves are still on point!

[@rondanoble8189]

Smokey is still alive! He does talk in a high pitched voice. Someone once sang in a song, "when Smokey sings, I hear violins". He was one of a kind. I feel privileged to have lived through that musical era! Motown was it!!!

[@lilliansantiago3533]

I remember seeing them at The Apollo after "Ooo Ba y Baby" and seeing. Girls crying in the aisles! That is a cute voice for ya!

[@elizabethmayhand3941]

You just saw what Motown is known for! Smooth vocals, tight choreography, outfits on point.

[@ronpotter9810]

The female voice you hear is Claudette Robinson, Smokey's wife. She recorded with the group but due to health issues she did not tour. She had as many as 7 miscarriages & was kept off of the road & was studio bound.

[@roypartible9759]

"Being With You" was his last huge hit, I believe, and it came out in 1981. 20 years after "Shop Around" That's a good song to compare how his voice changed.

[@sheilameyers152]

Amber ….. you are sooo right back in the day the girls use to swoon over him… his voice would drive us wild!

[@frankkempa22]

You two are the cutest EVER!!! Love your channel and keep up the great work!!! 😃♥️👍🏼

[@KT-ty7lq]

Love all of Smokey's hits, but you should check out Linda Ronstat's version of "Tracks of My Tears". I consider it her best song.

[@detraturpin2112]

Smokey’s song Quiet Storm kicked off a whole genre of radio stations whose style was “quiet storm” after that.

[@leonardshevlin7260]

I like a few other songs from that period more than "Quiet Storm".

[@robertzimmerman2513]

Smokey and the Miracles along with The Marvelettes got Motown off the ground in the early days. So, if love Motown you really need to check out The Marvelettes . Please Mr. Postman and Too Many Fish In The Sea are two great ones to start with. Also, The Tears Of A Clown by Smokey and the Miracles and when you get around to this one checkout the song that inspired it. My Smile Is Just A Frown Turned Upside Down that Smokey wrote for Carolyn Crawford.

[@wpl8275]

The Beatles covered both Mr. Postman (Marvelettes) and Money (Smokey).

[@gregsager2062]

@@wpl8275 "Money (That's What I Want)" was actually a Barrett Strong song. It was one of Motown's first hits. Berry Gordy co-wrote it.

[@robertzimmerman2513]

@@wpl8275 Money, Barrett Strong

[@patriciatownsend]

Smokey Robinson and the Miracles ran the spectrum from light and airy to dark and stormy. My favorite from them has always been I Second that Emotion. Love y'all!

[@rebekahvillon4245]

You should listen to ABC's "When Smokey Sings" - it's an ode to Smokey, and a really fun song in itself.

[@jeffdetmer4681]

Great group. Lots of hits. The group started in 1955 as 5 teenagers from Detroit. Three of them had known each other for years. After a couple years one of the guys (Bobby Rogers who I think sometimes shared vocal lead duties with Smokey) left to join the army. He had a sister named Claudette who was singing with a girl group. She took her brother's place with this group and around 58 or 59 the band became The Miracles (they had used a different name before) and also after 2 years of dating Smokey and Claudette got married. After a couple more years of trying to start a family (Claudette had several miscarriages) she decided not to tour any more. So they made the live appearances without her but she sang on the records. Back in the day, most TV appearances were lip synched which is probably why you heard her but didn't see her. (Nice catch Amber) She continued that for a few years until Smokey came down with a bad case of Asian Flu and was bedridden for a couple months. During that time Claudette filled in for Smokey on tour. So I guess the answer to the question was there a woman in The Miracles was yes and no. LOL.

[@dorisgutierrez7800]

The woman was Claudette Rogers. She eventually married Smokey. Other great songs of theirs - Ooh Baby Baby, The Love I Saw in You was Just a Mirage, Baby Come Close (baby making music), Second That Emotion, and Tears of A Clown, to name just a few.

[@battlegirldeb]

Smokey Robinson still doing tours at the age of 81. One of his best song as an older man is "The Quite Storm"

[@d.j.starling3559]

Smokey Robinson was a main force behind the success of Motown. Not only was he & The Miracles one of their top-selling groups, Smokey wrote their songs, & many others for many of the Motown artists. My favorite SR & Miracles song is Would I Love You. You've Really Got A Hold On Me is another good one, & was covered by The Beatles on one of their earliest albums. Smokey said hearing The Beatles singing one of his songs was both a huge thrill & a major confidence booster. So, soooo many great songs to choose from!!

[@brgilbert2]

Love the "Miracles". In fact my brother and I have the 45 rpm of this song. This is one of Smokey Robinson's first hits which he was the writer of record which also was before he and Gordon formed "MoTown". Very talented performer and lyricist.

[@williameisenman9008]

I'm still dyin' for you to get to the Platters. When Tony Williams hits the high on "Only You", you'll melt! We need you to hear it.

[@lcharles5909]

Tears of a Clown, You've Really Got A Hold On Me, and so many more. One of the greatest singer songwriters.

[@kevinbarrett9068]

William "Smokey" Robinson is a living legend. A beautiful voice and a magnificent song writer to boot. "Ooh Baby Baby" is a must to react to.

[@susanball692]

Check out the 80s group ABC's song called When Smokey Sings. It's a great tribute to Smokey Robinson with an 80s British invasion twist.

[@yoclark2723]

All of the kids listening to Smokey and the miracles or the Temptations did the dance along with them! So fun! I love this song.

[@victoriawoods3898]

YOU'VE REALLY GOT A HOLD ON ME is my favorite Smokey Robinson and The Miracles song. A must reaction.

[@dalejohnson4256]

Smokey has done SO many good songs, and hit songs too. One of my favorite male artists.

[@allendesalme197]

Ah the great Smokey Robinson. What a voice. The songs James mentions just below are all huge classics. Can't go wrong with Smokey...

[@michaelknight2118]

Such a pure sound. So smooth and easy on the ears. Tears of a Clown, and pretty much everything everyone is suggesting. Thanks for this memory.

[@debbiesenatore5433]

It’s fun watching the two of you reactions to the songs!!! Amber is very attuned to the music 🎼 you can tell she really feels the music!!!!!

[@joelliebler5690]

One of the best songwriters for Motown and a fantastic performer!

[@joelliebler5690]

One of those legendary fun tunes by legendary performers!

[@helgar791]

Of course I love this song. I had the pleasure of seeing Smokey 5 times during the early and middle '60's. I told you before that the video you should see is the live black and white version of The Miracles doing "Ooh Baby Baby". There you see how a young Smokey looked, sang, presented and performed live with the added bonus of hearing his sweet voice doing his greatest ballad.

[@kevinhipps1236]

You could be here for 40 years listening to all of smokey songs eight Decades of brilliance. Listen to the love I saw in you was just a mirage beautiful song great poetry.

[@donnadunn9608]

Awesome reaction!!! Love all the oldies💖💖💖

[@TonyTheBassPlayer1]

Smokey is still around. He's old as dirt. And his voice never changed one little bit. He still sounds exactly the same way he always did. That's because he sang in his natural register.

[@unkleseamus7969]

You mentioned wanting to hear Smokey in more recent years. Check out Live from Daryl's House. Daryl Hall, of Hall & Oates, started this show where he invites musicians to his home to have jam sessions with he and his band. One episode had Smokey as a guest. It was a great show. You really should see it.

[@veronicasmith7076]

Smokey grew into his voice for in-person performances... I remember when I was about 10 y/o in the early 60s, my older sister and I went to see him at the Apollo - nyc - and they booed him so much while singing this song. But I always enjoyed the studio versions of his songs back then. Grew to love his live performances later on.

[@caryt59]

Smokey Robinson and The Miracles, included his wife, Claudette. She joined the group in 1957, while they were still dating. She was in the group until 1964. There is actually a female vocal in this recording, which can be heard, if you listen closely.

[@georgeterry1081]

Mandrill 70s R&B French walk & Hang loose. These guys play 27 instruments between them good listening

[@georgeterry1081]

Mandrill R&B band of the 70s hits off fence walk and hang loose band

[@pamelagabert4709]

Smokey still has it. Great live. He is so soft spoken. His green eyes are are amazing. He is such a gentleman, and appreciates every fan.

[@michaelderamo1866]

Can never go wrong with Smokey & the miracles!!!

[@debrakron9049]

I second Tears of a Clown! Wonderful song!

[@windycitykitty]

Pure Joy on this channel!! Thank you!!

[@bobbrogley1033]

I had a chance to meet Smokey a couple of years ago, at a wine event of all places. He was most gracious, and kind. I've been a Smokey since the early '60's.

[@jenl3162]

I love when you do some Motown! Smokey is, without a doubt, one of the most influential artists of all time. So grateful for his contributions.

[@willdwyer6782]

Co-written by Smokey and Berry Gordy, founder of Motown Records. That's Berry on the piano, and Smokey's wife Claudette singing the female backing vocal. Captain & Tennille climbed the charts with a cover of this song in 1976. Their cover is the only one with a female lead vocal.

[@lewistasso8866]

Smokey is my favorite Motown performer. Yes! You have to review more!

[@anumbus]

There was a female member of The Miracles. She isn't in this stage performance but, the is in others. Claudette Robinson, Smokey's wife. Her brother was originally in the group but he was drafted into the war so, she replaced him in the group.

[@pfcampos7041]

You are so fun to watch! Luv your reactions. Pure joy.😁

[@williampeterson2909]

TEARS OF A CLOWN!!! The kids will love it!!!!!

[@marvingoodman7381]

One of the great groups, for sure!! All their music was awesome, check the comments for titles. Love the way you react to all the great songs of the past. Keep on keepin' on. BCNU...

[@shirleyharrington1534]

I know what you mean about his voice. The reason I can listen to him over and over.

[@Peggi109]

Love Smokey!!!! Hope you play more.

[@timbodude2009]

Such a happy pickup sound.....makes you wanna dance around.

[@redcaddiedaddie]

I grew up listening to Motown since I was a teen, & this is in my 'top 5' Motown songs of all time!!

[@DanielMoreno-vb2hi]

Smokey Robinson was a leader with Motown. Writing many of the hit songs for his group and the other acts was a big part of his contributions. My Girl was one of them.

[@karicastanza5216]

I grew up w/Motown from my Dad. I have such a love and appreciation for it. It just "moves" and makes me feel so happy! "Tracks of My Tears" is probably my fav. Play the Temptations "I Can't Get Next to You". Sigh....

[@revdp2010]

Please don’t forget about the female groups that came out of Motown. The Supremes were one of the staples of Motown along with other groups you’ve already listened to. Please don’t ignore them.

[@billofalltrades2633]

Hahahaha Amber .... I saw his face and I wasn't listing to the words! 😂 I love your reactions, I smile so much! Much love to you and your family!

[@sjw5797]

"You Really Got a Hold on Me".

[@robinlove6399]

Ooh Baby Baby 😍 is my favorite. It really showcases Smokey's falsetto

[@wiggion]

oh my, R&B and like a rock and roll beat, love good sax,

[@gail1321]

Love this , Smokey is played in the sub culture of northern soul. With is a British dance hall and style culture from the north of England in the 1970-80s. It’s still going if today. You should react to Jackie Wilson your love keeps lifting us higher. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@sallygalfriday]

yes im so glad you gave this a chance

[@Markrealguy51]

You two have true loving,the gist of the song

[@timothybradley7855]

I was born in 1961. My oldest sister was 14 years older then me. We grew up outside Detroit and these songs make up my earliest memories. My mother was from England and it was all Motown and the Beatles. America's poets - Bob Dylan - Merle Haggard - and Smokey Robinson.

[@LaraLeeCupcake]

A few years ago (six max) I saw Smokey perform a concert for two straight hours with just a five minute break for one of his back up singers to sing a song. He wore a red leather suit and silk shirt the whole time LOL. He sounded a little more gravelly just because of age, but still PERFECT.

[@serasmile6026]

So happy you are reacting to this song it’s so smooth!