'Age is just a number': Smokey Robinson stuns 'American Idol' 2023 fans with stirring performance at 83

Music legend Smokey Robinson sang his hit single on 'American Idol' 2023 in a guest performance
UPDATED APR 24, 2023
Smokey Robinson performed his iconic song 'If We Don't Have Each Other' on 'American Idol'. 2023 (YouTube/@AmericanIdol)
Smokey Robinson performed his iconic song 'If We Don't Have Each Other' on 'American Idol'. 2023 (YouTube/@AmericanIdol)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Motown legend Smokey Robinson delivered an iconic performance during the 'American Idol' Season 21 Episode 13. The American singer, songwriter, and record producer, who was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, stunned the viewers with his thrilling performance.

Judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Katy Perry were also blown away by Smokey's performance. Besides the legendary singer, viewers were also treated to an exciting duet of Noah Thompson and HunterGirl. However, Smokey, who is the founder and lead singer of The Miracles, has a long history with 'American Idol.' 

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Smokey Robinson delivers an electrifying performance

Singer Smokey graces the 'American Idol' stage with his stellar performance on his song 'If We Don't Have Each Other.' Smokey, who has won multiple Grammy Awards and nominations including the honorable Lifetime Achievement Award, looked dapper in a sparkly blue suit. Notably, the industry icon Smokey and Lionel are close friends and colleagues. Smokey has appeared in 'American Idol' for years. However, during the latest episode, Smokey also teased his new song 'Gasams' which is scheduled to drop on April 28.



 

'How old is Smokey?'

Smokey was born on 19 February 1940. He has been in the music industry since young. He has released multiple hit albums. However, despite being at the age of 83, Smokey still sounds soothing. The social media followers left impressed with his vocals. The viewers took to the comment section of Smokey's performance video and commented, "Smokey still sounds and looks great at his age." Another user noted, "Smokey Robinson is 82 years young. Age is just a number." Another fan gushed, "A true Legend, and he is still singing LIVE. How old is Smokey? He is def goals!!" Another viewer said, "This man is 83 years old. He's been singing professionally since 1955...that's 68 years! He's an absolute cultural Icon." Another follower added, "OMG Smokey you still got it!!! This is such an amazing and emotional moment on Idol, to have this man grace you with his person and sing, after all of those hits, all of these years... stunning, thanks AI!" Another shocked fan noted, "He is 83??? Wow!!! Still has that silky smooth voice. Wow." Another viewer wrote, "Smokey Robinson always has my heart.. he is so smooth and sexy even at his age!! Those eyes melt me!!"

'American Idol' Season 21 airs every Sunday and Monday at 8 pm ET on ABC.

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