Perfect @onthisdateinrnb ・・・ #OnThisDateInRnB William #SmokeyRobinson was born in #Detroit #Michigan. He would grow up to (1) be nicknamed “#Smokey” by his uncle, (2) be neighbors with Aretha Franklin as a kid, (3) be the frontman of the #Motown group, #TheMiracles, (4) have a successful solo career, and (5) be inducted into the #RockandRollHallofFame. #HappyBirthday Smokey Robinson! 80 years young. Wow. Outstanding!