How Smokey Robinson knows a good song when he sees one

Name: How Smokey Robinson knows a good song when he sees one
Uploaded: 2017-02-11T00:42:27Z
Duration: P468S
Description: He’s known as the “King of Motown,” his career a hallmark of romantic soul and rhythm and blues. Jeffrey Brown speaks with music icon Smokey Robinson, recently honored with the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, about his Motown legacy, what makes a great song and how the music business has changed.

Clip: 02/10/2017 | 7m 48s

He’s known as the “King of Motown,” his career a hallmark of romantic soul and rhythm and blues. Jeffrey Brown speaks with music icon Smokey Robinson, recently honored with the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, about his Motown legacy, what makes a great song and how the music business has changed.

Aired: 02/10/17

Rating: NR

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