Smokey Robinson sings to Aretha Franklin during her funeral

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  • @naturalbeauty9843
    @naturalbeauty9843 6 ปีที่แล้ว +507

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

    • @crystalr6895
      @crystalr6895 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Indeed!!

    • @heatherc2939
      @heatherc2939 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Nicely said natural beauty.

    • @arethawhite3712
      @arethawhite3712 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      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
      @Jimarceo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

    • @hollisbridgett
      @hollisbridgett 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

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

  • @infiniteuniverse9528
    @infiniteuniverse9528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +115

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

  • @NiaMSnow
    @NiaMSnow 6 ปีที่แล้ว +368

    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
      @debrarogers8194 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Me too

    • @lmills6097
      @lmills6097 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ditto

    • @ShanteBarze1950
      @ShanteBarze1950 หลายเดือนก่อน

      True singers that sing with soul always touch the Soul!

  • @desireegw7
    @desireegw7 6 ปีที่แล้ว +296

    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
      @ASmith-jn7kf 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Not all.

    • @alwaysastudent
      @alwaysastudent 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Smokey and Stevie are at everyone's homegoing.

    • @lovewalk101
      @lovewalk101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Berry Gordy is also still living

    • @sanwonjack6780
      @sanwonjack6780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Al green

    • @sheiladavis6523
      @sheiladavis6523 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @MaryMary-iw7wh
    @MaryMary-iw7wh 6 ปีที่แล้ว +382

    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
      @ASmith-jn7kf 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

    • @heatherc2939
      @heatherc2939 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      My bestlyfe, a lovely observation. Very touching.

    • @RuthBlanding12052015
      @RuthBlanding12052015 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

    • @pamelapride2199
      @pamelapride2199 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @heathermetz6576
    @heathermetz6576 6 ปีที่แล้ว +203

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

  • @tiffh4935
    @tiffh4935 6 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    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.

  • @abrown1306
    @abrown1306 6 ปีที่แล้ว +161

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

  • @m.j.s.whitley5978
    @m.j.s.whitley5978 6 ปีที่แล้ว +363

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

    • @CB-xr1eg
      @CB-xr1eg 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Smokey*

    • @heatherc2939
      @heatherc2939 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lovely comment Jeremy.

    • @2BESTdogBLUE
      @2BESTdogBLUE 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @klytouch5285
      @klytouch5285 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha haha.. Hmmm.. stupid nerds..
      Follow me or our species of humanity social structure will boil in a disfuntional utopia and die as one..
      Like that of many great empire that comes and go..😑 now it is our species.. Follow me.. for a greater Ord of survival and thrive my beautiful wife..😑

    • @tom11zz884
      @tom11zz884 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @keithadams5533
    @keithadams5533 6 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    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.

  • @ramrichard2271
    @ramrichard2271 6 ปีที่แล้ว +335

    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
      @gigid9606 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      and dam on Smokie, black dont crack

    • @leonardtheyard6468
      @leonardtheyard6468 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      .,kki

    • @latashaedwards303
      @latashaedwards303 6 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @darikaarmstrong1800
      @darikaarmstrong1800 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @sheiladavis6523
      @sheiladavis6523 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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

  • @manalmorsi6527
    @manalmorsi6527 6 ปีที่แล้ว +219

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

  • @claradavis8555
    @claradavis8555 6 ปีที่แล้ว +81

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

  • @ginadillon2072
    @ginadillon2072 6 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    He is a genuine man. Touching tribute.

  • @MrCamos6
    @MrCamos6 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

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

  • @latoya2383
    @latoya2383 6 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    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
      @DamonCahlil 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      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
      @latoya2383 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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
      @sharebear1129 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @Damyka4
    @Damyka4 6 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    Smokey made me cry like a baby.

    • @tracievans8616
      @tracievans8616 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

    • @salvagesonic2903
      @salvagesonic2903 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same

  • @BeatriceBurnette
    @BeatriceBurnette 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

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

  • @EarleneHollins
    @EarleneHollins 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

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

  • @meikanicole
    @meikanicole 6 ปีที่แล้ว +337

    Smokey still looks Good😍he don't age

    • @sharebear1129
      @sharebear1129 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      He is beautiful to me 💝

    • @gucciysl
      @gucciysl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Botox and facelift and money will do that

    • @sharontaylor6195
      @sharontaylor6195 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sharebear1129 Me Too

    • @arethawhite3712
      @arethawhite3712 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@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
      @sweetbabyruth7777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @ladybug3864
    @ladybug3864 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This was such a beautiful tribute young artist take note that is a voice someone that can sing without his voice being altered and no band behind him.

  • @bobrench1717
    @bobrench1717 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    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

  • @denisedavis7852
    @denisedavis7852 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    What a Beautiful memory💝

  • @stephanie3506
    @stephanie3506 6 ปีที่แล้ว +29

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

  • @Rbeautiful4
    @Rbeautiful4 6 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Smokey still looks amazing, love his tribute to Aretha.

    • @denisemitchell8477
      @denisemitchell8477 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      they should have let him sing not Ariana

    • @ultratalented2416
      @ultratalented2416 5 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @arethawhite3712
      @arethawhite3712 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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?!!!

  • @octaviaglenn87
    @octaviaglenn87 6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

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

  • @rhondaa2076
    @rhondaa2076 6 ปีที่แล้ว +136

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

    • @abrown1306
      @abrown1306 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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

  • @pamelaraffel9142
    @pamelaraffel9142 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

  • @Destinyatk
    @Destinyatk ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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

  • @davidgosa5201
    @davidgosa5201 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    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.

  • @michellewatts2651
    @michellewatts2651 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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.

  • @totalt6600
    @totalt6600 6 ปีที่แล้ว +29

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

  • @swimsis
    @swimsis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    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! ❤️

  • @stevenherrera8010
    @stevenherrera8010 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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

  • @lovelight4388
    @lovelight4388 6 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Smokey, still smoking !! Love you Smokey !!

  • @vixenjohnson3195
    @vixenjohnson3195 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

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

  • @RosettaStoned462
    @RosettaStoned462 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    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...

  • @onlygodcanjudgeme7776
    @onlygodcanjudgeme7776 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @SuperAquatic1
    @SuperAquatic1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    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

  • @ms.leewilliams18
    @ms.leewilliams18 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

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

  • @JOHNKIRBY2077
    @JOHNKIRBY2077 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    The emotion in his voice. He is pure brilliance.

  • @pacificole
    @pacificole 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

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

  • @theresaadams9637
    @theresaadams9637 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

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

  • @neicyneicy4761
    @neicyneicy4761 6 ปีที่แล้ว +39

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

    • @z.paradis4545
      @z.paradis4545 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rest in Peace Aretha 🙏.........

  • @troygoodall4825
    @troygoodall4825 6 ปีที่แล้ว +62

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

    • @justbeingveetv3423
      @justbeingveetv3423 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      John Mcain😯👀👀👀👀😕

    • @chrisnelson3936
      @chrisnelson3936 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Heaven Lee Yes,😒😒

    • @Hervinbalfour
      @Hervinbalfour 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@justbeingveetv3423 😂😂😂😂

    • @tom11zz884
      @tom11zz884 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, I cried....

    • @mildredking7545
      @mildredking7545 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @melindamarshall1165
    @melindamarshall1165 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Awww that was beautiful smokey... Rip queen

  • @phllfnt6
    @phllfnt6 6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Such a Beautiful goodbye!

  • @Khristian2010
    @Khristian2010 6 ปีที่แล้ว +80

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

    • @AutismMommy1986
      @AutismMommy1986 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

    • @DamonCahlil
      @DamonCahlil 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      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.

  • @seanbean4682
    @seanbean4682 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    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.

  • @charlebeam4607
    @charlebeam4607 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

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

  • @deborahscott3868
    @deborahscott3868 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @deborahjohnson7424
    @deborahjohnson7424 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely beautiful , the way Smokey told him friend goodbye.

  • @danavixen6274
    @danavixen6274 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

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

  • @blaircatt8137
    @blaircatt8137 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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

  • @sybilwalker6003
    @sybilwalker6003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.

  • @maeve4686
    @maeve4686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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.

  • @sandrathomas8624
    @sandrathomas8624 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

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

  • @mocha-dlyte6590
    @mocha-dlyte6590 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.

  • @Cisco35Kid
    @Cisco35Kid 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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

  • @lindalyte7307
    @lindalyte7307 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @tommyadano9853
    @tommyadano9853 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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.

  • @satob7690
    @satob7690 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    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.

  • @robertborsani4639
    @robertborsani4639 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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

  • @decacards5250
    @decacards5250 6 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Smokey looks great at 78!!

  • @chrismartin6984
    @chrismartin6984 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

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

  • @carolynhoeck4155
    @carolynhoeck4155 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love to here him sing.Wonderful voice.

  • @doriyellepink4638
    @doriyellepink4638 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Tears. Smokey im speechless that was Beautiful..

  • @TayRawSaDPanda78
    @TayRawSaDPanda78 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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!

  • @JMiltonLIVE_Concert_Videos
    @JMiltonLIVE_Concert_Videos 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A Living Legend to another Legend! Our Queen is in Heaven on her throne as she should be! I miss you, we miss you. Sadly to say thanks for sharing @WXYZ -TV Detroit l Channel 7. Still remembering 'The Queen' 06/07/2020.☝️

  • @karlatkinson4397
    @karlatkinson4397 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @DamonCahlil
    @DamonCahlil 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    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
      @tonyasmith3662 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      DiamondsareandIand Latchison

  • @mikejones2237
    @mikejones2237 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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.

  • @Hamigal
    @Hamigal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @TheCaulfield1
    @TheCaulfield1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @mainegabrielle
    @mainegabrielle 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @feliciah.8193
    @feliciah.8193 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.

  • @theronedawson3236
    @theronedawson3236 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.

  • @angelatweet4551
    @angelatweet4551 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Aretha for coming to sioux city ipwa and doing Saturday in the park it wS a privilege to hear you sing .I'm blessed to have been given that gift 🎁 🙏 ❤

  • @miaace5070
    @miaace5070 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Balling like a baby . That was sweet Smokey .

  • @pamelamedina1890
    @pamelamedina1890 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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
      @pamelapride2199 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @pamelamedina1890
      @pamelamedina1890 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @brandonbrown8513
    @brandonbrown8513 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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

  • @blaircatt8137
    @blaircatt8137 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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

  • @Sonya77353
    @Sonya77353 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this man!! He looks very well aging may God continued to blessed Smokey Robinson!!

  • @MrsSamHP
    @MrsSamHP 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Smokey is and always will be one of the greatest. ♡ Thanks 😊 God bless you 🙏

  • @imbees2
    @imbees2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.

  • @nickmidwest6253
    @nickmidwest6253 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember just a few short months ago, balling my eyes out while watching Smokey give this amazing tribute. You are still missed so much Queen. Long live the Queen; Lady Soul!

  • @mikepech1648
    @mikepech1648 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    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

  • @Dion_Mustard
    @Dion_Mustard 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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!!!!!

  • @evelyntarawa7140
    @evelyntarawa7140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Smokey still have it 🎤🎶🎵

  • @juniorgemini8076
    @juniorgemini8076 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @curtistinemiller1560
    @curtistinemiller1560 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

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

  • @sebastiane.hassell4043
    @sebastiane.hassell4043 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    A beautiful tribute!

    • @qsmith276
      @qsmith276 6 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Cas82958
    @Cas82958 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @greeneyedwarlock882
    @greeneyedwarlock882 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    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.

  • @tblaze7brown788
    @tblaze7brown788 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Smokie Robinson, King Of Motown Etiquette Is Always On Target, No Shade To Anyone Else! 💜
    It’s As If He’s Having A Heartfelt Convo W/His Bestie Aretha Franklin, Queen Of Soul - Feeln His Compassion... & He Sang! 💯💜🙋🏽‍♀️😢🤗.
    I’m In Tears Of Emotion.😢🙋🏽‍♀️
    #ArethaFranklinQueenOfSoulIsMissed😇💜🙏🏽🌹💐🌺🌸
    #LetsKeepLoveAlive💯💜

  • @janelyahanna1716
    @janelyahanna1716 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is amazing a legend singing to a legend

  • @maryburnett7301
    @maryburnett7301 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love this video over n over again with Bill n smokie Robinson in it❤❤❤❤❤❤❤👍👍👍👍😊😊

  • @getreal19783
    @getreal19783 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @DaughterOfGod912
    @DaughterOfGod912 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Tears Falls😢 , Rest In Peace Queen 👑❤️

  • @billybronco4223
    @billybronco4223 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

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