Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, “I Second That Emotion” | Throwback Vibez

In the 52^nd edition of Throwback Vibez (2022), we recollect and reflect on “I Second That Emotion” by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles. 

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he vibes, the vibes, those Throwback Vibez ! Throwback Vibez ️ is a column that celebrates awesome songs from the past.  The records that grace Throwback Vibez ️ are older, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re ancient – no fossils ! All genres of music are welcome – we don’t discriminate ‘round here! In the 52^nd edition of Throwback Vibez (2022), we recollect and reflect on “I Second That Emotion”, performed by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles.

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Theme & Lyrics  

“Maybe you want to give me kisses sweet / But only for one night with no repeat.”  Hmm, I’m not sure that’s the ideal situation for Smokey Robinson & The Miracles.  Actually, I KNOW that’s not going to fly with the legendary soul collective! On their classic, 1967 single, “I Second That Emotion,” Smokey has some conditions for getting involved with this lady.  “Oh, little girl, in that case, I don’t want no part / That would only break my heart.” Basically, if the situation is one where it’s merely a hook-up and she exits, he’s not ‘bout it – WORD.  Lemme get this straight. There’s a man that exists who desires a relationship of substance? Can’t be! 

If this lady is willing to open herself up to LOVE, Mr. Robinson and his Miracles have no problem entertaining it! Love? Monogamy? No one-night-stand? You can tell this is an old-school joint!

“Oh, but if you feel like loving me

If you got the notion

I second that emotion

Said, if you feel like giving me

A lifetime of devotion

I second that emotion.”

For SR&TM, they seek an LTR – long-term relationship! If that’s what she’s willing to do, well, they – Smokey –  is all in!

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Final Thoughts

The kids today may or may not agree with Smokey Robinson & The Miracles’ stance on relationships, but the song is timeless.  I mean, there’s no way that I can’t ‘second that emotion’ on the marvelous “I Second That Emotion”.  This is vintage Smokey Robinson, y’all!

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Smokey Robinson & The Miracles • The Definitive Collection • Motown • 2008

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Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, “I Second That Emotion”: Throwback Vibez ️ No. 52 (2022) [: Brent Faulkner, Gerhard G., JL G via Pixabay,  Karl Hörnfeldt via Unsplash,  Motown, The Musical Hype]

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