I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)
Michael McDonald
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I keep forgettin' we're not in love anymore I keep forgettin' things will never be the same again I keep forgettin' how you made that so clear I keep forgettin' Everytime you're near Everytime I see you smile Hear your "hello" Saying you can only stay a while Hey, I know that it's hard for you To say the things that we both know are true But tell me how come I keep forgettin' we're not in love anymore I keep forgettin' things will never be the same again I keep forgettin' how you made that so clear I keep forgettin' Everytime I hear How you never want to live a lie How it's gone too far And you don't have to tell me why Why you're gone and the game is through If this is what's real, if this is what's true Tell me how come I keep forgettin' we're not in love anymore (baby) I keep forgettin' things will never be the same again I keep forgettin' how you made that so clear (yeah, baby) I keep forgettin' Don't say that, don't say that, don't say that I know you're not mine anymore, anyway, anytime But tell me how come I keep forgettin' we're not in love anymore (How come I) I keep forgettin' things will never be the same again I keep forgettin' how you made that so clear I keep forgettin' (baby) Everytime you're near (I keep forgettin' we're not in love anymore) Everytime you're near (I keep forgettin' things will never be the same again) Oh Baby (I keep forgettin' how you made that so clear) Everytime you're near (I keep forgettin')
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Written by: Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller
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10 facts about this song
Artist backgroundMichael McDonald, the artist who sang "I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)", is an American singer and songwriter recognized for his distinctive, soulful voice. He's also known for his tenure as a member of the bands the Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan.
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Release detailsReleased in 1982, "I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)" is one of the popular singles from McDonald's debut solo album, "If That's What It Takes".
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a significant hit, peaking at number 4 on the Billboard Pop Singles charts in the U.S., and also reached number 7 on the Billboard R&B charts.
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Song's Inspiration"I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)" was inspired by the Leiber and Stoller song "I Keep Forgettin'", which was a hit for Chuck Jackson in 1962. McDonald modernized the sentiment of the original while changing the music substantially.
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Music GenreThe song is characterized by its blending of elements of blue-eyed soul and pop. Such a combination contributed to the song's crossover appeal, helping it to reach a wide audience.
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Collaborative EffortThe song was co-written by Michael McDonald along with Ed Sanford, whose previous credits include co-writing the Sanford-Townsend Band's hit "Smoke from a Distant Fire".
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Song's Legacy"I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)" has enjoyed a significant legacy, being sampled by notable hip hop artists like Warren G in his hit "Regulate", thus introducing McDonald's music to a new generation of listeners.
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Lawsuit Over SongIn 1994, McDonald and co-writers claimed that "Regulate" had used the copyrighted material from "I Keep Forgettin'" without permission. The dispute was eventually settled and writers of "I Keep Forgettin'" are now credited alongside Warren G and Nate Dogg in "Regulate".
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Live PerformancesMichael McDonald frequently performs "I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)" in his live concerts, and the song remains a fan favorite.
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Critical ReceptionCritics often cite "I Keep Forgettin" as a shining example of McDonald's talent for infusing emotional resonance within his powerful vocal performances. The song is widely recognized as one of his signature tracks.
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