Smokey Robinson – $100 million
If it wasn’t for Smokey Robinson, the Miracles wouldn’t have much success in the industry. Smokey was the band’s songwriter and head producer. After retiring, he launched his solo career in 1972. In 1990, he ended up leaving Motown Records and went on to write plenty of music for other musicians. Did you know that his nickname is from his uncle? His older uncle nicknamed him “Smokey Joe” and decided that was his “cowboy name”.
Smokey Robinson – $100 Million
Kenny Gamble – $8.5 million
Born in Philadelphia, Kenny Gamble made a name for himself through his work in the local soul scene. He would record himself on arcade machines as a kid. After a while, he developed a serious interest in music. Later on, he founded a band that was managed by Jerry Ross named Gamble & Huff. In 1967, the Soul Survivors covered their song! Kenny is more famous for songs like “Expressway to Your Heart” and “I’m Gonna Make You Love Me.”
Kenny Gamble – $8.5 Million
