Michael McDonald - I Keep Forgettin'

A smooth, bass-heavy blend of blue-eyed soul, R&B and West Coast sophistication, “I Keep Forgettin'” is one of Michael McDonald’s signature solo hits. Released in 1982, the track pairs his unmistakable husky vocals with a crisp rhythm, slick keyboards and an irresistibly laid-back groove. Its influence on Hip-Hop is undeniable: the distinctive bassline and drum pattern became the foundation for Warren G and Nate Dogg’s G-funk classic “Regulate,” connecting McDonald’s polished 80s sound with the golden era of West Coast rap. An essential 7-inch for soul collectors, Hip-Hop heads and crate diggers tracing the samples behind the classics.