Smokey Robinson sings to Aretha Franklin during her funeral

[@NiaMSnow]

I love that he kept saying YOU vs Aretha! Acknowledging that shes still someone even though she physically isn't here. Let me say when he started singing.. I started crying

[@debrarogers8194]

Me too

[@lmills6097]

Ditto

[@ShanteBarze1950]

True singers that sing with soul always touch the Soul!

[@infiniteuniverse9528]

Smokey: "You're gonna be one of the featured voices in the choir of angels because, you'd have to be.." RIP Queen

[@naturalbeauty9843]

Smokey still has the pipes, no music just pure voice! Very appropriate tribute to a Queen and good friend, from the heart!!

[@crystalr6895]

Indeed!!

[@heatherc2939]

Nicely said natural beauty.

[@arethawhite3712]

Amen to that comment my friend 👋👍👍💖💖. God bless him for that beautiful tribute to the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin 😢💔. My prayers go out to the family forever and always 🙏. Sleep well, Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, we're really gonna miss you!!!!!!!👼😢🌹🌹🌹🌹🎤🎹. Take care of yourself and your family during this coronovirus pandemic 😷 ok. Much love from Bunn NC.

[@Jimarceo]

Very talented I miss growing up listening to good music like Mr Robinson and Ms Franklin not very many now a day

[@hollisbridgett]

Yes, that's when you know a person can sang, is when there's no music.

[@MaryMary-iw7wh]

I love how he is is talking directly to Aretha. I watched everyone, but this feels like we are listening in on two old friends talking. It made me 😢

[@ASmith-jn7kf]

He is genuine that's why, all the rest just pretentious celebrities.

[@heatherc2939]

My bestlyfe, a lovely observation. Very touching.

[@RuthBlanding12052015]

@@ASmith-jn7kf Bill Clinton looks as if he's tired and would like to be somewhere else

[@pamelapride2199]

I felt the same way listening to him talk to her directly 😢

[@m.j.s.whitley5978]

That was beautiful smokie. Just you and an old friend having a last chat.

[@CB-xr1eg]

Smokey*

[@heatherc2939]

Lovely comment Jeremy.

[@a.perkins907]

M.J.S Whitley...... Your comment was PRICELESS ❤️"Just an old friend having a chat!!" Thank You......

[@klytouch5285]

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[@tom11zz884]

They'll have many more chats in the dreamworld..

[@desireegw7]

Wow! Was just discussing how Smokey has outlived all his Motown friends/brothers & some sisters. Rest with our Heavenly Father queen Aretha Franklin.

[@ASmith-jn7kf]

Not all.

[@alwaysastudent]

Smokey and Stevie are at everyone's homegoing.

[@lovewalk101]

Berry Gordy is also still living

[@sanwonjack6780]

Al green

[@sheiladavis6523]

DezWW777 you are So Very WRONG !!! NOT ALL OF THEM

[@ramrichard2271]

He tapped into another demesion while he was talking to Aretha like a little child in 1st Person. She was for ever present at that moment. What a Powerfuuuul interaction with his dear friend.

[@gigid9606]

and dam on Smokie, black dont crack

[@leonardtheyard6468]

.,kki

[@latashaedwards303]

vbbvgv BV vgggvgfffff the CV and I am not sure CV fg vuyv the rest of the

[@darikaarmstrong1800]

Smokey was beautiful he is going to really miss Ms. Aretha.

[@sheiladavis6523]

@@gigid9606 Wrong !!! Live long enough you will see that Black Does Crack especially when you are not getting plastic surgery here and there. It's a part of life as you get older you Will Crack 🙂 take care my best wishes to you Adios April.11,2021

[@heathermetz6576]

Smokey you did a beautiful tribute to your lifelong friend and ended with such a beautiful song.....tears......

[@TransformedSoul466]

Me too

[@evangdblunt7658]

Awesome

[@manalmorsi6527]

All my life I wished I had a friend like that.

[@dimitri.l.clark.7756]

Be a friend like that for others.

[@pamelafuller4447]

They are very hard to.come by.

[@blaircatt8137]

Me Too 🥲

[@msdarlenetoyou]

How bout having one.And loosing them.

[@mauricehorton6041]

I will be your friend 🌹

[@abrown1306]

Smokeys remarks were so beautiful, had me balling my eyes out 😭😭😭😭

[@stevegutierrez3829]

*bawling, genius. 😒

[@ginadillon2072]

He is a genuine man. Touching tribute.

[@tiffh4935]

This was hands down the most genuine and heartfelt tribute of the night! You really felt their friendship. Most of the other singers screamed through their songs and most of the speakers appeared to relish the spotlight and make some grandiose, inappropriate stand. Thank you Smokey for keeping the focus on your dear friend, our queen of soul.

[@meikanicole]

Smokey still looks Good😍he don't age

[@sharebear1129]

He is beautiful to me 💝

[@gucciysl]

Botox and facelift and money will do that

[@sharontaylor6195]

@@sharebear1129 Me Too

[@arethawhite3712]

@@sharebear1129 I'm with you on that one Share Bear!!! 😊. Those green eyes are so beautiful and his voice is still so smooth as silk!!!! Wonderful tribute to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin 😢💔🌹🌹🌹🌹. I am so honored to be named after her ❤️💕. Rest well, Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin 😢, I love and miss your voice which was so powerful 💪👼. Take care of yourself and your family during this coronovirus pandemic 😷 ok. Much love from Bunn NC. 👋💖💖😊.

[@sweetbabyruth7777]

@@gucciysl more like having Genes from a Indian (indigenous) we really don't age he looks good but you knew that 🙌🏾

[@Damyka4]

Smokey made me cry like a baby.

[@tracievans8616]

I’m glad to know I am not the only one. I’m still bawling. And he can still sangggggg!!!

[@salvagesonic2903]

same

[@BeatriceBurnette]

I’ve loved Smokey ROBINSON’s music for Years!!

[@keithadams5533]

Smokey he just GOD gifted no music and he was on point. He sounded so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes great job Smokey.

[@denisemitchell8477]

I second that emotion

[@pamelajohnson2930]

From the heart 💓

[@bobrench1717]

smokey has always had a sweet soul you can hear his love in his music but most of all you hear his soul a gentle soft loving soul

[@claradavis8555]

Lord have mercy Jesus Smokey Robinson when he sings Lord knows he don't need no music wow

[@deborahscott3868]

To the true beauty, that is you and in your heart.

[@latoya2383]

Smokey Smokey Smokey, I wish he would’ve sang the entire song!! Such a Beautiful, Heartfelt & Sad song, which would always bring me to tears whenever I watched the Temptation’s movie!! This song definitely fit their relationship over the years!! RIP ARETHA🙏🏽🌹 #TheQueenofSoul👑

[@DamonCahlil]

Latoya2383 same! As soon as I heard it instant water works. Wish he sung the whole thing too but I don’t know if I could’ve watched it.

[@latoya2383]

Diamond Latchison Yeah he probably wouldn’t have made it through the entire song w/o breaking down, he would’ve had the whole church crying!!

[@sharebear1129]

Agreed. I've seen that movie about 6 times. 😍

[@MrCamos6]

Beautiful Acapella Version Of " I'll Miss you " it broke my heart to see her youngest son get choked up when Smoky started singing😞

[@Rbeautiful4]

Smokey still looks amazing, love his tribute to Aretha.

[@denisemitchell8477]

they should have let him sing not Ariana

[@ultratalented2416]

He’s being a Vegan for 40 plus years and Has Being Doing Yoga For 40 Plus

[@arethawhite3712]

@@denisemitchell8477 I agree 💯 percent with you on that comment, with that short ass dress on, how disrespectful at the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin's funeral 😒. Dressed like she was going to shoot a video or go to a damn club!!!! You could tell the people behind her were looking at the dress she had on!!! Thank you Smokey Robinson for that awesome, heart felt tribute to your life long friend Aretha Franklin 😢!!!! Take care of yourself and your family during this coronovirus pandemic 😷 ok. Much love from Bunn NC. 👋💖💖💖😊. Be safe and blessed ok?!!!

[@JOHNKIRBY2077]

The emotion in his voice. He is pure brilliance.

[@pamelaraffel9142]

This is what class looks like and makes you feel like. Well done Smokey. Well done indeed.

[@octaviaglenn87]

Made me cry. May our heavenly father give her family, friends and fans peace, comfort and strength.

[@phllfnt6]

Such a Beautiful goodbye!

[@EarleneHollins]

Tears Are Rolling Down My Face, Missing My Family That Have Gone On🙏♥️🙏♥️

[@neicyneicy4761]

This song always bring me to tears😢 Rest in Peace Queen Diva Aretha❤

[@z.paradis4545]

Rest in Peace Aretha 🙏.........

[@swimsis]

His tribute was the most sincere. Deep from the heart. That was true friendship. Knew her since she was eight years old. The FOLK they knew from Detroit!!! Wow! ❤️

[@valeriesoftnlow1705]

Since he was 8 yrs. old - Aretha was 6 yrs. old.

[@Khristian2010]

Yeap the tears are flowing!! That song just took me out!!

[@AutismMommy1986]

Beautiful Kai That song took me all the way OUT !!

[@DamonCahlil]

All the way out. I was complete and utter mess from the first note. He explained what song he was about to sing and I knew exactly what it was and just cried at the thought.

[@evelyntarawa7140]

Smokey still have it 🎤🎶🎵

[@melindamarshall1165]

Awww that was beautiful smokey... Rip queen

[@rhondaa2076]

Omg... Did he have to sing that song... Tears.

[@abrown1306]

Rhonda Allamby Girl it had me gone outta here from the first note

[@lovelight4388]

Smokey, still smoking !! Love you Smokey !!

[@stephanie3506]

That was just PERFECT Smokey! What you said and what you sang........BEAUTIFUL tribute! Condolences to you!

[@onlygodcanjudgeme7776]

🐝, what a blessing to have had a childhood friend for so long to sing to you as in the present. RIP our QUEEN.

[@davidgosa5201]

Smokey knows how to capture a crowd.Beautiful words from a beautiful voice.The most heart felt part of the ceremony.It's always hard to lose a true friend..Eternal Peace.

[@totalt6600]

Heaven had to open up extra room , for her gigantic Soul. She changed this guys life, forever. Love you, Ms. Franklin.💛🙏

[@patriciagriffin8773]

Christmas songs

[@vixenjohnson3195]

OMG! I'm crying that was so sad. Especially when Smokey sings. That song makes me cry so much.

[@theresaadams9637]

I can't hear the entire song without stopping midway and crying, this song goes to the core of my soul.

[@RosettaStoned462]

I saw Smokey at a small winery; the concert was so intimate. Not only is this man a genius as it relates to music, he has an amazing ability to keep you captivated while he speaks...

[@charlebeam4607]

Very touching we can't find friends like this but when we do we will know it unconditional.

[@troygoodall4825]

I almost cried when he sang that song. So beautiful. I'm going to miss Aretha and John McCain. They were great icons.

[@justbeingveetv3423]

John Mcain😯👀👀👀👀😕

[@chrisnelson3936]

Heaven Lee Yes,😒😒

[@Hervinbalfour]

@@justbeingveetv3423 😂😂😂😂

[@tom11zz884]

Well, I cried....

[@mildredking7545]

Hi Troy. I agree with you. I liked John McCain also. Will miss Aretha, her music, her voice.

[@denisedavis7852]

What a Beautiful memory💝

[@ms.leewilliams18]

That Made Me Tear Up, Beautiful Eulogy For Areatha Franklin From Smokey Robinson 🎤💯💔

[@pacificole]

So beautiful and touching. Thanks for sharing what a real lifelong friendship is. Tears, and love to you Smokey!

[@sandrathomas8624]

My prayers are with you Smokey that song get to me every time

[@DamonCahlil]

This got me how he was talkin to her on a personal level and made her human. Not just Aretha Franklin the legend but his childhood friend. And the song... every time I hear it never fails to make me cry. I can only imagine for folks like Smokey... like Stevie... like Gladys... this is YEARS of friendship... of growing up and being in the business... they’ve seen it all and have seen practically all of their friends come and go... our elders are leaving us and this broke me to see them have to go through this...

[@tonyasmith3662]

DiamondsareandIand Latchison

[@seanbean4682]

Figures that one of the greatest and most prolific songwriters, as well as one of Americas most beautiful voices, would do such a heartfelt tribute to his friend. People like Smokey and Aretha are the pinnacle of humanity. They bring joy to others without asking anything other than human decency and understanding. Both artists gave us more than we deserve.

[@blaircatt8137]

This song always takes me somewhere no return🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽I LOVE IT

[@SuperAquatic1]

Aretha Franklin was the angelic Queen of soul one of the greatest voices God ever gave any human may you rest in peace dear lady

[@DaughterOfGod912]

Tears Falls😢 , Rest In Peace Queen 👑❤️

[@doriyellepink4638]

Tears. Smokey im speechless that was Beautiful..

[@TheCaulfield1]

What a beautiful tribute to one of his best friends... Choked up whilst he was singing to her 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@mikejones2237]

I met Smokey in Atlanta at the Peachtree Plaza Hotel, and he was about as humble, nice as a person could be, must be truly one of God's special children.

[@lindalyte7307]

Beautiful 😪😥 Smokey still has that.... VOICE!!!!..😎😎 Rest in Peace, Ms.Franklin, " The Queen of Soul😔😔

[@mainegabrielle]

That was beautiful and genuine. I feel like that was the only real moment of the whole funeral.

[@deborahjohnson7424]

Absolutely beautiful , the way Smokey told him friend goodbye.

[@stevenherrera8010]

Smokey robinson and the miracles were the very first concert I have ever seen live in Reno Nevada in around 1979-1980 as I was 13 years old and never stopped listening to his music as I will die to it

[@mocha-dlyte6590]

I'm so glad Smokey sang that song. That is one of the few songs that WILL make me cry. I've been singing in a church choir since I was 10. I'm GiGi to 3 and no song has ever touched my heart like this one has. A tribute fitting for a Queen.

[@danavixen6274]

God bless you Smokey. Very touching and sincere. Music has lost a divine Queen. 👸🏾🙏🏾😔

[@Hamigal]

Smokey is a beautiful soul. His tribute to his friend Aretha shows grace, humility, and love.

[@decacards5250]

Smokey looks great at 78!!

[@carolynhoeck4155]

I love to here him sing.Wonderful voice.

[@miaace5070]

Balling like a baby . That was sweet Smokey .

[@TayRawSaDPanda78]

My buddy my Gram pick this song for her funeral about 8 years ago. I just wanted to hear him actually sing it! The flesh means nothing it's the Spirit that surpasses! Bless everyone's heart!

[@feliciah.8193]

My condolences to all the family & friends of Aretha Louise Franklin🌹🙏🌹 😭😥 Smokey that was very beautiful & I know she heard every word. May God✝️Bless you all.

[@karlatkinson4397]

A very honest and heartfelt speech. RIP Aretha. You were my favourite singer by far.

[@robertborsani4639]

What a beautiful tribute to his friend! I met this man 2 years ago, he is genuine as they come. Made me feel like an old friend. Bravo Smokey

[@sebastiane.hassell4043]

A beautiful tribute!

[@qsmith276]

This song is everything for her man I cry 😢 rip queen

[@michellewatts2651]

All of Detroit thanks you for such an Awesome Tribute to the Queen. Of course I was there also, I was sitting where you and Earl came in. I thought the City of Detroit did a Fabulous job Honoring their Queen.

[@sybilwalker6003]

Smokey's tribute to Aretha made me reflect on an old friend I will forever cherish but I truly miss her. I'm gonna miss you my old friend. Simply beautiful.

[@brandonbrown8513]

Every time I'm going to watch the movie Temptations when they play this song at end I'm going to thinking about Aretha Franklin 1948-2018 R.i.p

[@Destinyatk]

Really Gonna Miss you was played at my BEAUTIFUL sister’s funeral in 2016. Very pretty song by Mr. Smokey. Tears are flowing now hearing him sing a lil portion

[@satob7690]

I love this man 💕❤. Just seen him live a few days after Ms. Franklin passed away. He gives out such an amazing vibe during his concerts. I just looked at some of the recording I took tonight and they still give me chills. I can't wait to see him perform live again.

[@chrismartin6984]

hey Smokey good seeing you you're the landlord to keep off Motown music always and forever

[@pamelamedina1890]

Aww, that was so special. He wrote and sang that just for her and those there. It is the small things that mean the most!!!. The time and effort are priceless.

[@pamelapride2199]

He actually wrote it for Melvin in The Temptations movie to be played during the scene when he passed away

[@pamelamedina1890]

​@@pamelapride2199 I didn't know. Thank you.

[@juniorgemini8076]

my god smokey dat voice bro never change even at ur age wat a gift

[@michellecummings2903]

Smokey was the best!

[@michellecummings2903]

@Smokey Robinson ♪ Cleveland Ohio

[@Dion_Mustard]

Smokey that was raw! What a gorgeous soul he is. And he goes right back to the very start. 1958. Pre-Motown. This guy is a legend. There are, however, many Detroit superstars still left.. Martha Reeves, Diana Ross, Mary Wilson, Stevie Wonder etc. So they aren't the longest, but by god, they are the most unique of all the Detroit acts! Long Live the Queen!!!!!

[@maeve4686]

I've loved Aretha since I first heard rock n roll in the '50's. I loved Smokey Robinson's sound as well. I heard them on Soul Train in the 'it's (I think) as a duet singing " Ooh, Baby, Baby" & it brought tears to my eyes. It still does, as her voice always did.

[@tina.raines77]

RIP dear Aretha...heaven has a new angel in the choir.

[@mikepech1648]

I'm in my mid seventies. I grew up listening to Aretha and Smokey singing to us since forever. Dances weren't complete without their songs. I'm sure Aretha felt the same as she went to meet our maker while listening to Smokey sing a song for her. RIP Aretha

[@billybronco4223]

What a beautiful eulogy and what a class act Smokie Robinson is.

[@blaircatt8137]

Ive LOST A LOT OF LOVED ONES IN MY LIFE FROM OLDER TO YOUNGER THAN ME AND THIS SONG SAYS IT ALLLLLLLL FOR ME 💧💧💧🙏🏽🙏🏽PERIOD

[@theronedawson3236]

How many of us can say you still have your childhood friends stay you are still in touch. You know some of us grow up and move on and start another new life. Well Mr. Smokey there are those who come into our lives for a season and their are those with us until end. You and Aretha were that special friend to each other. Beautiful tribute to your friend.

[@greeneyedwarlock882]

I'm a Professional Photographer that shoots high end homes for sale and was working by myself while I was watching & listening to Aretha's memorial service. IT RENEWED ME AND GAVE ME STRENGTH like almost nothing I've ever heard. I was, still am and forever will be FOREVER TOUCHED TO THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART by Smokies' heart wrenching goodbye and singing to his LIFELONG, GOOD GOOD GOOD FRIEND. How I wish I had one friend like that from my childhood. But I bet that the vast majority of us don't and it's only getting WORSE. The human race is bringing about its own END FASTER & FASTER & FASTER. Life is incredibly SHORT.....make yourself happy.

[@tommyadano9853]

Top song writer. One of the 20th centuries top talents. We're blessed to have you Smokey. Beautiful tribute to the Queen of Soul. Speaking to her like your both in a Diner have a cup of coffee. Congratulations on your success and sharing it with the rest of the world.

[@chriscoleman6358]

Heaven opened up its arms for our Queen so much soul Aretha gave us all

[@janelyahanna1716]

This is amazing a legend singing to a legend

[@Cas82958]

I was driving when I heard this being broadcast on the radio. Cried while I was driving to work. Such a powerful moment.

[@Cisco35Kid]

Powerful tribute - I about blew the speakers on my first nice “sound system” listening to and singing along with Aretha back in the 80s. Volume cranked. Probably why I’m getting hard of hearing now. lol. RIP

[@johnsonjohnson6919]

I love this guy's soft voice

[@curtistinemiller1560]

Smokey talked to Areatha with all of us listening You can tell he was a Good friend. Rip Areatha.

[@jaquaishaware4508]

Love every song she ever song.Areatha Franklin

[@getreal19783]

love, love this guy! This song reminds me all the time of the friends I've lost and loved! RIP VICKI WHITE!

[@crmwilliams5116]

Hard enough to say goodbye. But I hope it brought Smokey some comfort to know the world was watching, listening, and we felt his heart in every word. To have that level of friendship in that industry is so rare ~♡♡♡

[@michaelcaptain6104]

A True poetic soul ❤Smokey❤❤❤

[@pixeladied46]

Smokey spoke wonderfully here, so touching

[@imbees2]

Smokey is timeless. I’ve been seeing and wAtching him since 1965. At the Uptown in Philadelphia. And I’m still a Smokey fan today.