Smokey Robinson has pushed up the release date of his major friend-filled collaborative album Smokey & Friends. Now due out Aug. 19, the legendary R&B singer has offered up the first taste of the record: his Mary J. Blige collaboration "Being With You."
Starting off with a big old signature R&B belt, Robinson and Blige seamlessly trade off vocal duties on "Being With You," taking individual verses and blending perfectly together at times as they sing about caring about nothing besides being together.
That's some true loving sentiments right there.
All set to smooth, carefree guitars and pianos, this is one easy, relaxing track that's as timeless as any of Robinson's music.
Listen to the Smokey Robinson song "Being With You," featuring Mary J. Blige below:
Blige, of course, isn't the only friend featured on Smokey & Friends. The record will also feature collaborations with major pop players new and old, including Elton John, John Legend, James Taylor, Miguel, Jessie J and more.
Check out the full Smokey & Friends tracklist below:
01. "The Tracks Of My Tears," feat. Elton John
02. "You Really Got A Hold On Me," feat. Steven Tyler
03. "My Girl," feat. Miguel, Aloe Blacc, JC Chasez
04. "Cruisin'," feat. Jessie J
05. "Quiet Storm," feat. John Legend
06. "The Way You Do (The Things You Do)," feat. CeeLo Green
07. "Being With You," feat. Mary J. Blige
08. "Ain't That Peculiar," feat. James Taylor
09. "The Tears Of A Clown," feat. Sheryl Crow
10. "Ooh Baby Baby," feat. Ledisi
11. "Get Ready," feat. Gary Barlow
