Shop Around

Song Info:
"Shop Around" by The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson) was released as a single on October 15, 1960, by Tamla Records. It was the group's first single to reach the top of the Billboard R&B singles chart, making it a significant milestone in their career. The song was written by Smokey Robinson and Berry Gordy Jr., the founder of Motown Records, and it became one of The Miracles' signature hits, showcasing Robinson's smooth vocals and the group's tight harmonies.

Artist Bio:
The Miracles, formed in 1955 in Detroit, Michigan, were one of the pioneering acts of Motown Records. The group originally consisted of Smokey Robinson, Ronnie White, Warren "Pete" Moore, Bobby Rogers, and Claudette Robinson. They achieved success with hits like "You've Really Got a Hold on Me," "Ooo Baby Baby," and "The Tracks of My Tears." Smokey Robinson, known for his distinctive falsetto voice and songwriting talent, was not only the lead singer of The Miracles but also a primary songwriter for the group and other Motown artists. Throughout the 1960s, The Miracles remained one of Motown's most successful acts, with a string of hit singles and albums.