Smokey Robinson's silvery voice and soulful demeanour have made him a genre-spanning icon with wide-reaching impact. Groups like The Beatles and Backstreet Boys have echoed the sweet harmonies laid down by Robinson's vocal outfit, The Miracles, CeeLo Green has used his voice's upper register to add emotional depth to his songs, and R&B crooners like Gallant and Trey Songz have channelled his passion and ardour.