[2] In his teens, Robinson began cultivating his wit with his "back of the bus funny," subsequently working the comedy circuit in Philadelphia, his hometown.

He gained significant exposure as a regular on Comedy Central's Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn.

Some of Robinson's film credits include Rebound: The Legend of Earl "The Goat" Manigault, Diary of a Tired Black Man, Trainwreck and the stand-up comedy film Kevin Hart: Laugh at My Pain.

Robinson has also been credited as a comedic writer, including on the sketch comedy series Chappelle's Show.

[6] In 2016, Robinson had a stroke which paralyzed one side of his body and slurred his speech yet he continues performing stand-up.