2 days ago · "I am a Black American. I am proud and I am free." This #BlackHistoryMonth, I honor those who paved the way for me and generations to come. — Tap the...

Feb 26, 2022 · Smokey Robinson didn't mince words with asserting how he feels about the term African-American while visiting The View this week.

A tip of the hat to the ever-youthful Smokey Robinson as we wrap up Black History Month on TNR! Enjoy a little Sunday CRUISIN’ music from Smokey today too.

Mar 9, 2022 · During a stop on ABC's "The View," Smokey Robinson told the ladies why he takes no pride in being called African American.

Originally performed on 16 May 2003 during the season 3 episode 7 finale of “Russell Simmons presents Def Poetry,” A Black American by Smokey Robinson is an ode to being called black. As he...

William "Smokey" Robinson Jr. (born February 19, 1940) is an American R&B and soul singer, songwriter, record producer, and former record executive. He was the founder and frontman of the pioneering Motown vocal group the Miracles, for which …

Mar 8, 2022 · The Motown legend Smokey Robinson eschews the African American term in favor of calling himself "Black" and "Black American."

May 15, 2023 · The Motown legend emphasized his preference to be called Black American and connected it with the contributions of Black people in America.

The Motown legend explained during a recent appearance on “The View,” that he prefers to call himself “Black” and “Black American.” “I resent being called African American …

Mar 14, 2022 · Legendary singer and songwriter Smokey Robinson has come under fire – at least on social media – because the icon said, “Black is a race,” and that “I resent being called African American.”