Smokey Robinson on Getting Addicted to Cocaine in His 40s, Having a Son Outside Marriage (Part 26)

[@jasonr3565]

“Why am I doing this to me?” I think we can all relate to that one.

[@Mush2389]

Yes! I’m asking that right now no hard drugs but cigarettes.

[@ezerlenewatkins9644]

Melody Harris hang in there. I'm a recovering cigarette addict. In my life I never took any other drugs, maybe a drink now and then. But them cigarettes are a terrible habit. You can kick it though. I did after many many years of being addicted. It is not easy, but God got us. I have been smoke free for 9 years. I will be praying with you.

[@Mush2389]

@@ezerlenewatkins9644 Thank you for this. Let’s hope I can do this this year. I’m older now and have no choice but to do quit now. Appreciate your encouragement.

[@nice1288]

I felt that statement 💯

[@ROYALDONTPLAY]

@@ezerlenewatkins9644I kicked cigs now I’m having trouble stopping weed, tryna stay on my dean as a Muslim hard as a mug

[@romelljeremiah]

“I didn’t kick it (the addiction), it was prayed off of me” 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾✝️✝️

[@dominicbrogsdale3348]

that's interesting what he said about the pastor ! I've been to churches where people have that gift and they will tell you EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU! and you never met that person! the bible talks about people having the gift of discernment !

[@TheChicagoJunkie]

I've been clean since Friday, please pray for me!

[@romelljeremiah]

@@TheChicagoJunkie praying that the power of the Holy Spirit even now will remove the desire for your drug of choice. Praying that God will surround you with a healthy love and support group to encourage you with love and hold you accountable with truth. Praying that you feel God whisper that there’s nothing you can do to make Him love you more and there’s nothing you can do to make Him love you less. In a Jesus name, Grace and peace

[@Kitu74]

Powerful

[@oneoone]

@notsolittledrummerboy I don't have to know you, just know I'm rooting for you! Keep pushing forward! 🙏🏾

[@cocodimous2455]

Appreciate Smoky’s honesty and humility. Super Legend! ✊🏽

[@AndrewQuiroz24]

Most people's honesty will get them in trouble.

[@Chicago48]

I think it was Berry who saved him.

[@harv2796]

💯

I love how Smokey wasn’t ashamed to speak on the power of God and being Delivered!! 👌🏾💯🔥🙏🏾

[@brandnewcole]

And corrected him! Like no, it was God✊🏾

@@brandnewcole because vlad doesn’t believe in God

[@brandnewcole]

@ I could tell by the way Vlad tried to rewrite Smokey's story right in front of him!

[@falanajerido875]

Amen we over come by the blood of the lamb and the word of your testimony

[@highlifebreezy5827]

Shit it was normal especially in that time

[@char_d.0908]

Smokey has been transparent about his own life. A good interview!💯

[@804smiles]

I can have respect for anybody who can tell their own dirt while not throwing sum1 else under the bus 🫡 to Smokey for being 100% transparent while telling his story & I show gratitude for him for sharing his story bc it can help sum1 who needs to hear it! 💯👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@greenblazetheflyeagle6048]

Smokey just validated everything Kevin Samuels was saying when he talked rules to being married to a high value man: no outside babies nor diseases

[@uwu-cookies3082]

@@greenblazetheflyeagle6048 absolutely his wife understood what love is about. Some people can forgive alot of things but, you can't just forget about a child. I took have had success through prayer. God bless ♥️

[@sierria64]

smokey needs a movie abt him

[@RayNLA]

“You can’t escape from yourself” -Smokey Robinson

[@katrinaolsen2444]

His story about becoming free from his cocaine and weed addiction is amazing. My mom became an alcoholic after my father died, when I was 15. She was an alcoholic for 25 years. Then she started feeling really sick with terrible headaches and stomach aches. She lost 70 lbs. She needed to. She also stopped drinking. Her best friend told me that my mom needed to see a doctor and find out why she was so sick, Her friend told me to tell her that she couldn’t drive my son in her. I begged her to do it for my son. She had already quit drinking and lost 70lbs. But she belonged to a church that believes that if they just realize that they aren’t really sick; the illness would leave. Well it wasn’t leaving. She went and it turned out she had extremely high blood pressure. Like 200 over 100 something. Now takes every pill her doctor prescribes. She had cataract surgery and can see much better. And she see a cardiologist regularly and her heart is doing ok. (She’s 88) I am so grateful she doesn’t have any issues from her past drinking. I even had her liver function checked and it’s doing very well. Phew!!

[@EddieisKrueger]

Incredible 🙌🏾

[@datrill1000]

He didn’t say he was addicted to weed

[@katrinaolsen2444]

@@datrill1000 He said he was addicted to Coke though.

[@cipriandobrea7369]

"Don't bring me no diseases or babies". You had 1 job Smokey.

[@anthonymcken6050]

Haha, at least she was realistic about life on the road.

[@morrishawkins9659]

😅

[@kingbuck427]

Some ladies be having that 🔥 Pulling out ain't even an option

[@dominicbrogsdale3348]

i know the PUXXY waz to good and singing to um lol

[@dominicbrogsdale3348]

@@kingbuck427 MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You cant trust that pull out method my dude got 3 babies out of that ! Its not worth and I cant knock / judge um! You on that road and they just throwin you the panties! You aint got to spit no game or nothin WHAT!!!!! STOP PLAYN! A monk aint passing that up lol! It reminds me of Tupacs song " temptations " the lyrics, " Gotta woman that will please me in every town ! " lol tupac hit all them chicks on " I get around " and how do you want it lol If you on the road like that you mines well get a vasectomy but at the same time The woman that married SMOKE should have known he was gonna be SMOKE'N dem drawers so thats her fault for putting herself in that position you know what it is if you getting together with someone who plays sports or a musician!

[@Mr_Big_Lou]

After everything he went through, Smokey still looks great. He’s approaching his 83rd birthday this month! I salute him.

[@mc2043]

He has good plastic surgery

[@bcbritt777]

@@mc2043 black don't crack, ain't no surgery 🤣🤣

[@jackjill8129]

@@mc2043 hater

[@true90skid]

@@mc2043 you dumb af

[@mc2043]

@@bcbritt777 You could see his facelift incisions at the Grammys. I know you're not serious lol. He's had his eyes done too.

[@riccolaw655]

"Smoking that smoke... Doing that dope... Gang bangin!"-Smokey Robinson

[@anthonymcken6050]

He did it all.

[@larhondaburchett3271]

I was waiting on this!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Mythical444]

Smoking that Droooo

[@ChaunceysBailey]

@@Mythical444Po’in up Fouuuuurrrzzz 🍇 🥤 😢

[@MrEOM41]

😅😅 gang banginnn

[@ladyt_ismyname6643]

The 40s is a hard age range to deal with because by your 40s the life you've been living and the situations you think you skated through - both good and bad- start to catch up with you. Your mind starts to want to relax and think and mentally access. Your body becomes a little tired. Your spirit starts to get tired. If these things aren't properly addressed and reconciled you will get to a dark place mentally. Take care of your spiritual health especially as you approach your 40s.

[@dextersfinest175]

Great advice👍

[@natedogg890]

I feel that, I'm still in my 30s but starting to feel the weight of life

[@t_harris2_489]

I am in my 40's and I both understand and agree with you.

[@elcemuziq]

Very true..

[@Thegoldenchild415]

I'm 44 here. And I can't agree more. That's why I lift, box, I fly my drone etc. People call it a mid life crisis, I call it my peace. I've been to prison, and now I'm home free. I earn a very good living.. life has been more than fair to me. Young men it's not about f****** as many women as you can. Become the best version of yourself when you're young. Don't chase these women, I've lost so much time dealing with the wrong women. I was wrong too. But let me tell you this, the right women bring a different energy. And not that you need them. But the right women have a different aura. Get one you'll see. Good luck 💯🙏🏾

[@Stacksonem]

As someone coming out of depression and kicking bad habits, I felt this. I had no idea why I was not taking care of myself for a long time. It’s oftentimes things weighing us down. Luckily I’m self aware to reflect and finally said this is done. Much happier now and feel stronger physically, mentally, and emotionally. Living a healthy lifestyle is always possible. Even when you fall off the wagon like I did, it’s always waiting for you to come back and I’m happy I’m back.

[@elexis3728]

I’m glad you figured it out and feel better. It’s so important to self reflect but if you aren’t careful it takes too long to do that. I have done that before finally having my ah ha moment but then things started to make sense. Best wishes to you from Louisiana!

[@jackiedavis4298]

Ditto 😉

[@ROYALDONTPLAY]

I need to stop weed and work and focus on my dean and kids but when I don’t smoke I be hella sad angry and can’t sleep like at all idk wat to do

[@Stacksonem]

@@ROYALDONTPLAYI’m happy you commented on this. I literally fell off the wagon a couple months ago and it’s been 7 days since I fully got back into healthy living. If you have to use anything every single day, you have a problem. What helps me the most with getting away from using stuff(alcohol or weed) is literally to eat right, work out(20-30 mins), and do 10-15 minutes of mindful yoga stretching. For some reason at the end of the mindfulness exercise it gives you some sort of clarity and boost to get through your day. Lastly you have to get good sleep. The first couple of days being off any substance is difficult because you’re establishing a new routine and habit. By week 3 you really start to feel the benefits. The longer you stick with the change better you will feel.

[@ROYALDONTPLAY]

@@Stacksonem yea you’re right bro I’m glad you replied thank you, when you’re stressed you forget things and I definitely used to work out when I didn’t have money for weed for like a week and half and it worked I wasn’t craving as much, I definitely need to get back into working out period because my chest be kinda aching a little from not working out

[@DrTinaMarie]

Shout out to the woman who was obedient to God & chose to pray over a man she didn’t even know. He came looking for help. He was at rock bottom. He left free. That’s so moving

[@ArtTheSinger]

1:59 I though he was about to sing😂😂

[@laquitacrossgrove3511]

😂😂😂

[@theghostnextdoor]

This guy is a national treasure. Living legend! Glad he’s happy and healthy today

[@bigcasey2245]

Smokey is a real American OG

[@anthonymcken6050]

For real.

[@Jonez215]

Smokey got that dawg in him 😭

[@HipHopJunkyRadioShow]

Smokey is aging very well. May God Bless him, even more.

[@monkeyman9856]

His hair is dyed jet black lmao

[@erickenglish1799]

It takes a real man to admit all his wrongdoing when he could easily keep it to himself. My man Smokey, still smooth

[@kenterminateddq5311]

I didn't think Smokey Robinson is a party animal like Rick James. I'm happy that Smokey quit the habit in 1986. We're proud of you, Smokey.

[@kenterminateddq5311]

@@CantTellYou I feel ya. Didn't the late great Rick James quit the crazy-caine after he left prison?

[@ASSman864]

@@kenterminateddq5311 no, check out the songs on his final album, "Deeper still" which was posthumously released (meaning after rick died) Mainly the song "Stroke", it describes how in fact the opposite was the case, he couldnt wait to get back to it when he finally got out, which means rick didnt get out and try to be clean and then fell to temptation, rather he knew while still locked up exactly the first thing he was gonna do when he got out

[@NIGEHOOD2]

Amen. As someone who has struggled with substance abuse, Smokey's revelation resonates with me. I want to shake my habits, this makes me want to admit it to someone and work to live a more healthy life. Thanks Smokey, you're a real one.

[@KenRus]

You got this !

[@deveelea4661]

Pray & ask God to take whatever it is away from you, I hid my addiction well, but I prayed hard for God to take the need away and he did!

[@gregorymartrise9598]

🙏

[@Karma735-t7h]

Bless your heart just tell God first and go from there he will lead you to the right people who won't judge you . Being judge is the last thing you need . A good small support system ,Encouraging words love & healthy food is a great start .be patient with yourself You are going to be ok 🌼

[@ashj1661]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@leslieharrison6981]

I grew up a few hours from Motown and Smokey was one of my favorite artists…soundtrack to my life back then. Still love listening to his music! And how does this beautiful man remain so ageless?💜

[@JimBrownski]

Part 26?! You stretching this like cocaine in a drought! 😂😂

[@terrencejames8259]

Fentanyl

[@chucktaylor9494]

Ready rock

[@anthonymcken6050]

For real.

[@ibukayov]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@trinathompson8587]

God is good! That's the way I was instantaneously delivered from a smoking habit I had since age 16! Smokey has God given talent as a poet,songwriter, vocalist,and entertainer! He is truly a gift to the world!

[@trinathompson8587]

@blaze up I understand, I have family that grew up on the South Side of Chicago, I mean Chiraq!

[@orod3102]

shoutout to Smokey for being vulnerable and talking about things how they happened no filter

[@lenardjones1592]

This is one hell of an interview. Love you Smokey

[@PavyMac]

Nothing but admiration and respect for Smokey’s candor. He’s a real one.

[@horizontoday7874]

He really put Claudette through a lot 😢😢💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@adot824]

The story about the minister praying for him was deep🙏🏽

[@sweetulip2004]

Jesus is God Almighty! (Luke 4:18)

[@nardohoward3535]

I think I respect Smokey more than any other artist.......

[@DFW817]

Watched the full-interview three times. Incredible interview with a living legend!

[@chuckyblack3578]

Do you know when The whole interview is going drop?

[@curtismichael4703]

I’ve commented previously that this one of Vlads best interviews ever! I’ve been pleasantly surprised at how transparent and open Smokey Robinson has been during this interview.

[@pw6160]

I love how he didn't rationalize or excuse his drug use. Instead he asked himself why he was using and realized he had no reason to "escape" because his life was already exactly what he wanted it to be! So profound! ACCOUNTABILITY IS ESSENTIAL IN THIS LIFE!!

[@Kitu74]

You know the beauty of life is when you hear someones experiences and you experience something similar you can totally understand 💯

[@vieradenise395]

I needed this, I drink alcohol and can't escape from myself, Amen

[@WestPhillyblack]

A lot of times we think these musicians have a perfect life but it is far from it. I am glad he was able to explain to people his shortcomings and battle with drugs. His honesty let us know you can have it all and still have your issues.

[@mrrussell330]

It's good to hear it in his own words. I remember Ebony magazine did an article / interview with him about this very situation.

[@MsBrittbad13]

I love him!! My momma has always been a fan and I think I just took to him too. Everyone was trying to escape things during those hard times.

[@JAZZLlFE]

In the mid 80's I attended Academy Cathedral on Manchester Blvd in Inglewood, and it wasn't working for me, so I decided to visit a little unknown store front church down the street with about 20 or so members. As the pastor begin to lay hands on people a familiar face caught my eye and it was Smokey Robinson. I was shocked to see a legend sitting in this small church in the hood but there he was faithfully every week being prayed for and seeking the Lord. When I realized celebrities are human beings with hurts, pains and struggles like everyone else I stopped idolizing them. ✝🙏🏼

[@KingRousey]

Glad he got PRAYED over and got rid of that addition. Some people will never stop using and eventually die from it he has came a long way in the music industry from far back before I was even born in 82

[@isaacjones5385]

PRAYER CHANGES THINGS 🙏🏾

[@ericfreeman1303]

Smokey Is The Realest Man To Admit His Faults. He Don't Have To Say Are Explain Nothing To Nobody. But That Shows How Genuine Is As A Person.

[@ngomaibinda]

Wow! Such a powerful testimony. God is amazing.

[@artistryarticle6859]

The Power of the Most High makes people uncomfortable but it's Real

[@Tru-Feel]

Smokey a real one a living legend 💯

[@anthonymcken6050]

Smokey was really out there for real for real back in his day.

[@MrOMar1144]

Smokey's wife: What on Earth possessed you to have had a child outside of our marriage like this?? Smokey: Gang banginnn

[@mr.tooles9725]

Truly a blessing that God has his hand on him still he’s still teaching us lessons..💎💎💎

[@tayeabraham5831]

Old school anointing, "I didn't kick the habit it was prayed off me." GOD bless Smoke Robinson.

[@Muppetbabies1602]

The end got me teary eyed.

[@ynot2847]

Ive heard stories of Smokey once walking the streets highly and only have the utmost respect for his humility and honesty to accepts what has helped himself to overcome 👏 🙏 🙌 👍 🤔 Yep

[@Tattooniac]

A man who take full responsibility for his actions. A real man

[@777jones]

Smokey Robinson has brought joy to millions of people over the years. Both his records and in person performances. A very honorable and admirable man. Vlad, you did a good job.

[@MiloZfunk]

Really enjoying these interviews with Smokey, just cool wise brother all the way around! The youngins could learn a few things from this man

[@arenetheeducator]

When I was a little girl under 10, I had such a crush on Smokey.I had so much respect because he and his wife were so together. I never knew Smokey had an issue with drugs or an outside child.

[@PlantBasedFitKing]

U can’t escape from yourself !! 💯💯💯

[@troyspencer3064]

Love his openness and him admitting his mistakes. It offers a lot hope. Appreciate him and his story. Great interview.

[@MarcusMaximus909]

This has turned into the greatest interview @vladtv has ever done period!

[@DOCJAMBEATS]

Maaaan! So much love and respect for his honesty and transparency.

[@ejayemike6541]

These are the kind of people who should be looked at and viewed to learn things from and I have a feeling that society would be in a better place if all the other nonsense and shenanigans that gets attention and goes viral nowadays was eclipsed by these kind of people that u can actually take something from when you're going through hard times and turmoil yourself. This surprised me because as an ex addict myself I never had any idea that Smoky dealt with addiction and it's a very humbling thing.

[@Kitu74]

Smokey generation raised my generation..strong group of people..they left thier mark on the world

[@Challenge818]

That's why listening to "good" older souls is always advised.

[@Kitu74]

@@Challenge818 I could've said it better

[@alimctaven7417]

@@Kitu74I’m not even gone lie. Smokey’s generation fu**** BP over tbh. A lot of BP from that generation are still doing drugs till this day passing it on to their kids.

[@ethanthomas68]

That’s hard stuff to admit brother! “Being with you” was the first Single I ever bought on my own (Musicland in downtown Seattle). I’m glad your still with us!

[@reneejohnson9857]

HALLELUJAH! Smoke ……what a POWERFUL testimony about the POWER of PRAYER and love of GOD.

[@bluecollarscholarmelrosepa5673]

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen watching this video 💯☮️🇺🇲 Addiction is so powerful....please help those who need help ASAP 🤗🌹🏆

[@cyranoraymond5300]

God is good....All the time

[@anthonybogus5688]

The fact that Smokey is 80+ years old here is MINDBLOWING..

[@ecaldwell9]

I like and appreciate Mr. Robinson every time I see/hear an interview of him.

[@briang7307]

I wish u would put this on Spotify. Fantastic interview I could listen to.

[@jameshathaway1558]

Smokey was hittin that booga Sugar and hitting high notes

[@CVLabfam]

Hearing Smokey Robinson say that weed has always been his drug of choice is something I never thought I would hear and I my whole day is made already💪🏿💪🏿!!!!

[@alrightythen759]

Most entertaining senior guest ever in my opinion.

[@jeanpierre989]

83 years old 👴. God blessed him. ❤️🙏❤️

[@Clayman2024]

Praise GOD there is power in prayer !! Thank u Jesus

[@WolfishSupremacy]

“You sprinkle a lil crack in your weed?” Vlad be buggin 😂😂

[@malcolmisaiahnowlin661]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@lifeisajourney6036]

Amen 🙏🏾 wow that’s such a powerful story!!! Hope we someday get to see a Smokey Robinson Biopic 🙏🏾

[@tbone9744]

Yeah, Pharrell would be a good candidate to play Smokey. They look, and sound alike. Who would you choose?

[@ms.payton1458]

@@tbone9744 I was thinking of maybe Michael Ealy

[@tbone9744]

@@ms.payton1458 That’s a good choice. Don’t know if he can sing, but I’m sure the music would be lip-synched.

[@paulhoffman6433]

Amen

[@maxpremium8628]

Stephan A Smith could play the 82 year old Smokey

[@reneecrawford8311]

I love your spirit! You are original, there's no one that sounds like you. God is so amazing. He's not done with you. To God be the Glory !

[@dexternorman6283]

Amen 🙏 thank you for this testimony 🙏

[@leemula923]

Vlad really tried it when he said CRACK he never said that he said coke

[@jackiedavis4298]

Correct !!! OPEN YOUR EARS VLAD!! Smokey should ask him are you familiar with crack yourself?? 🤨🤔😏

[@leeeightiesbaby9435]

It was Crack though. All these celebrities lie, just like Whitney Houston lied for years saying it was just weed mixed sprinkles with coke. Then we found out CRACK IS WACK.

[@feliciacoby5321]

Smokey you are a beautiful ❤️🖤 soul and not only am I a Fan of you and your timeless soulful music 🎵🎶🎵🎶 your interviews are breathtaking and real Much Love 💕 to you

[@pernellhaynesworth1212]

Stay, prayed up💯🙏🏽🆘

[@melindamarshall6968]

Amen God is good 🙏🏽❤️ to still have smokey with us right today

[@iamFracture]

"you can't escape yourself" spoken truth. 🖤

[@coreyjordan2745]

It is power in prayer. I love this!

[@ristina.ingram]

What a testimony!

[@mg_streetkandi]

Big Smoke took his licks like a "G".....I can't do nothing but respect his testimony..A lot of ppl can't hold themselves accountable for their mistakes..Much Respect.

[@Marc-n5e]

This is the best Vlad interview

[@drick2480]

You can't escape from yourself... I felt that. Having battled addiction and substance abuse myself one thing I have to come to realize is using drugs or alcohol to dull your inner pain only begets more issues. You have to face your demons head on and find healthier ways to cope with the stresses of life.

[@jeffreyconyers7120]

So truthful and honest and on some of his albums covers he looked high around that era.

[@deniseThompson-o9s]

A LIVING LEGEND THANKS FOR SHARING ❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@minwah1]

I respect Smokey for telling the truth. Legend. And that voice....

[@trueempire8948]

Learn something new everyday had no idea he struggled with coke. Always thought he never dabbled in that life at least I never heard of him doing so until now. Praise GOD he’s free from it.

[@wildyoda2931]

This man is 82 years old barley looks 50 what a legend man give him his roses while he’s here

[@BrendaBaBoom]

Okay Smokey …. I’m [crackin’] up on the smoke joke. Bruh, you’re one of the greatest songwriters and artist of all time. 🥰

[@averycarter8393]

Smoking that smoke Gang Banging Gang Banging 😂

[@steviereign2445]

Smokin that doooope 💨💨 🎶🎶

[@techniquetwelveph]

😂😂😂

[@RapstarReport]

That my shit

[@Brhoward31]

Lmfaoooo

[@slimwalk708]

Wow the power of prayer….🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@seabrook1976]

This man (not Vlad) is an American legend.

[@icecityking]

Doing that Dooooooooooooooope, Gang Bangin 😂 Im sorry I had to but fareal salute to Smokey Robinson, Motown Legend 🔥 🔥

[@terrancesullivan1497]

Terrence Howard should play Smokey Robinson in a movie

[@stevencrowfield2461]

I use to live up then street from Motown and every time I walked past the studio I would say WITHOUT DAVID RUFFIN YAL AINT NOTHING 😂😂

[@johnnybraxton5539]

You can't run from yourself because everywhere you go there you are

[@georgeandy6923]

VERY WELL STATED!!! 👏 👏

[@haterheartbreaker]

Smokey can be addicted to whatever he wants in life but he’s still a legend