I think Michael McDonald is probably one of the best soul singers out there. He is awesome.

One of the greatest singers of all time. Talented songwriter/composer and collaborator as well.

Oh girl, his songs run deep & he has that voice that is so recognizable in an instant. "WHAT A FOOL BELIEVES" is another vibe! Glad u did this one & loved it! 😍

I think you could sing backup vocals for Michael.. you go girl! Lol

That dudes a legend💯💯💯👍👍👍👍👍✌️

Warren G sampled this on a regulate

@roymathis1971

3 жыл бұрын

An excellent job at that

@freddyspizzaboy6754

3 жыл бұрын

A clear black night

Michael McDonald's voice is unique. If you listen, he hits highs and lows at the same time, which makes his voice so unique.

@dontworrybehappy8080

2 жыл бұрын

He's backed up multiple artists also such as Steely Dan, David Pack, just to name a couple.

@user-wv9kh8zk8v

8 ай бұрын

His Version of I “ I Keep Forgetting “‘( were not in love anymore is a masterpiece and must see 🎶🔥❤️💃🎶❤️

@giuseppemaggio5894

Ай бұрын

He also has such a cool soulful style. He makes it sound and look as if it's a heartache for him to deliver this lyrics: he makes it feel like he is "struggling" to deliver and then when he does, he immediately "chokes" his own voice almost as if he is trying not to listen to what he is saying. If you know what I mean

Michael McDonald and Patti LaBelle - On My Own!

@thePouncingPurplePanther

3 ай бұрын

Yup!!!! I was a full grown man when I learned that Michael McDonald was a white man. He is the king of blue-eyed soul!

Beautiful voice!❤️❤️❤️

I love how no one can react to Michael McDonald without copying his vocal style. Beautiful. Keep going, lady! 💖

Great reaction Scribe! The drummer for this song is Jeff Porcaro (RIP) who is the drummer for the song Rosanna by Toto. The bass player is Louis Johnson of the Brothers Johnson who had disco hits like Stomp and Strawberry Letter 23. Steve Lukather plays guitar and he was the guitar player of Toto, and Michael's sister Maureen is singing background vocals! There's so much history going on in this song there was no way this was not going to be a hit!

Thank you for your fantastic reaction. I'm glad you enjoyed his music. He has such a wonderful voice. God bless you, special lady!

1st solo hit! 😎 Produced by Ted Templeman and Larry Waronker. Ted Templeman is best known as the producer for The Doobie Brothers, Montrose and Van Halen. Larry Waronker is best known as the producer for Gordon Lightfoot. Michael McDonald permitted Warren G to sample this. Michael McDonald sang a lot in the 1970s and in the 1980s. Michael McDonald joined The Doobie Brothers in 1975. He wrote What a Fool Believes with Kenny Loggins. The song won a Grammy. In 1980, Michael McDonald sang backing vocal in the Christopher Cross song Run Like the Wind. In 1982, I Keep Forgetting was a big hit. In 1983 he wrote Yah Mo Be There with the late James Ingram and Quincy Jones. In 1984, MM finished the lyrics to I'll Wait. Official credits: I'll Wait written by Van Halen + Michael Macdonald. In 1986, MM sang On My Own with Patti Labelle, and MM sang backing vocal in I'll Be Over You with Toto. In 1982, Greg Phillinganes also played with Lionel Richie. Steve Lukather played guitar here. In addition to MM, Steve Lukather played guitar in the studio for his band Toto, Chicago and Michael Jackson (Thriller). Steve Lukather, being in his band Toto, worked like a dog in 1982! LOL Suggested next video: Michael McDonald and Patti Labelle sing On My Own. RIP Jeff Porcaro, drummer for I Keep Forgetting.

This was SOOOO FUN!! I’m so thrilled that you’ve found MM and the Doobie BROS😎 They’re groove is too sick!!!!

That bass line is just incredible.

This song brings back so many good memories. I was in my early teens when it came out. Michael McDonald's voice is just the embodiment of blue-eyed soul. He did a lot of backing vocals for other artists, too. You can hear him on "Ride Like the Wind" by Christopher Cross, and "This is It" and "Heart to Heart" by Kenny Loggins. The Kenny Loggins/Michael McDonald songs are just soulful eargasms all by themselves. Great review, and nobody chair dances better than our little girl Scribe.

The great Louis Johnson on bass. Played on Michael Jackson's Off the Wall & Thriller albums. The bass-line here has been sampled by many rap artists. Jeff Porcaro- on drum & Steve Lukather- guitar, from Toto. And a note to Greg Phillinganes on keys & clavinet. Classic song. How could it fail with those guys adding their juice to it.

@scottbrewer9676

3 жыл бұрын

So many people have no idea how many times they've heard those guys. They are everywhere :-) Thank goodness!

@gsprings43

3 жыл бұрын

cream of the crop studio musicians

@frederickkincaid2800

2 жыл бұрын

Didn’t know the lineup! No freakin wonder this hits so hard!

@TheDivayenta

Жыл бұрын

And Mike’s two sisters on backup!

@FrankPerkins-dd2cb

Ай бұрын

And Michael's sister on second lead vocals.

You can be in that studio session.. Michael plays this on Soul Train on KZread with the great Louis Johnson (The Brother's Johnson) on bass, the amazing Jeff Porcaro on drums (Toto (Rosanna), Steely Dan, Boz Skaggs (Lowdown)) playing 16th notes with one hand, Greg Philliganes on keyboards with Mike McDonald, John McFee (Doobey Brothers) on lead guitar, and Mike's sisters on background vocals.

Great singer. Made a huge difference to Steely Dan vocal harmonies on Aja. Priceless.

@jamesanderson5268

3 жыл бұрын

Don't forget the Doobie Brothers. Gave them new life.

That's the sample Warren G used in Regulate.

"I don't know about you, but I had a party" 🥳🎉 LOVE IT! 😂

Lovely reaction, this tune is a frickin banger ...different but with similar vibes - Ride like the Wind by Christopher Cross, Boz Skaggs - Lowdown, Georgy Porgy by Toto....

@sportsjefe

2 жыл бұрын

McDonald is on backup vocals for Ride Like the Wind.

This voice is so recognizable, he has on a calibe with many artist. Love him. You know! Good selections.

He's one of Brian Mcknight's vocal influences

@casualdreamer8841

3 жыл бұрын

Wow if thats true thats saying something cause Brian McKnight's songs are fire.

You should react to It Keeps You Runnin by The Doobie Brothers. Michael McDonald sings lead!

Great reaction :) You should check out Michael McDonald and James Ingram's duet called ( Yah Mo be there! ) that's another great song!

You go girl. Love your reactions

Your reaction to this song is perfection. That is EXACTLY how hearing it.. makes me feel inside. Your singing voice is beautiful by the way..lots of natural talent. If Michael McDonald sees this review.. I think he will be honored. Michael.. really depicts how much unrequited love hurts.

Yes!... His voice was so distinct that it weirded me out as a child, though, forever thankful for the radio stations playing him... Sooo good... Doobie Brothers, and his solo stuff, will just always have THAT sound, that aesthetic... You should maybe cover that (with changes); you're nailing it in the vid, and it could use a female 'response', I'm sure... 😉👍❤

You NEVER know where /when you’ll hear Michael McDonald- he’s been everywhere!! His career with The Doobie Brothers, his solo career- PLUS back up singing, etc. for soooo MANY iconic bands/ artists- he’s AMAZING!!💞👍✌️

@jennhurl

3 жыл бұрын

Hey girl!! You know it!! You'll be listening to a song & BAM you'll hear that Michael's voice cut in outta no where & be like DAMN that's MICHAEL on this track! 🥰 I'd know it anywhere!

@kimberlinibambini1988

3 жыл бұрын

@@jennhurl yes mam!! Truth right there! 💞

I love you girl !!! Your energy is off the chain!!!!! 💜

You've got a great voice 🤠 And I love the way you love this music

If you like Michael McDonald's vocal on this song, you should be thrilled with his background enhancement of the Steely Dan song, ' Time Out of Mind.' He steps in to give a touch of magic to his old band mates and friends whose sharp, inline bounce and perfect groove nicely serve their classic studio cooking.

@choice12ozborne

3 жыл бұрын

Was he ever in The Doobie Brothers ?

@petersellers9944

3 жыл бұрын

@@choice12ozborne he ruined the Doobie Brothers.

@RTDavis0503

3 жыл бұрын

I like his background vocals on Peg too

@I_like_turtles_67

2 жыл бұрын

I believe he also did vocals for PEG.

@kevincaulder9001

2 жыл бұрын

@@choice12ozborne Yes. He was in the Doobie Brothers. It has been debated over the years whether or not he was a contributing factor in their success or the reason for their eventual failure. Many thought his addition robbed them of the sound and energy that earned them their audience. Others liked the change that earned them a Grammy for their period recordings like the album, MINUTE BY MINUTE.

So fun to watch you enjoy this tune. Thanks you!

Scribe, you are looking good tonight!

Love your energy

I’ve seen you react to this before but I just watched it two more times in a row I could watch this reaction all day long thanks again for all the work you do

This girl is really musical. So glad she reacted to this classic 🎉

One just knew that you would have the good taste to enjoy this... and it's fun to watch you having such fun too. Good on you, Scribe You really GET the great ones from the past- blessings on your head.

ScribeCash, Girl you got soul and charisma!

He is brilliant

Ok, I really enjoyed your reaction to that. The joy that you showed to it was awesome. That stank face cracked me up.

He wrote “I’ll Wait” for Van Halen!!!!

LOL!!! Loved watching you enjoy this Michael McDonald tune almost as much as me! I was dancing right with ya! Michael McD has one of those pantry dropping voices! Love him!

You’re a whole vibe. I love those who appreciate good music❤️

Once again you just feel that vibe and bring it home!!

Michael was a solo artist, but also worked with the Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan and others! Thanks for the same vibe I felt 40 years ago,when this came out! Keep up the good work.............

I love the music we had. Please appreciate it. Music is wonderful. Connect with music.. yeah!.

@user-wv9kh8zk8v

8 ай бұрын

I definitely agree with you @Berniec7134 ,his style is truly soul and the most recognizable voice. His 2 sisters sang Mareen and younger sister Sara who is a Medical Doctor, preformed this Iconic song. He has Soul truth be told and has written and co- written songs with Kenny Loggins one big hit was “‘What a fool believes “ amazing also Iconic 🔥🎶❤️💃👍🙏🎶❤️

Scribegirl I miss seeing u on KZread everyday hope things r great for u but knowin u I’m sure u keep moving upward thanks for all the fun

Everything by Michael was fantastic. His work with the Doobies was amazing too. “ Takin’ It to the Streets” is one of his greatest about civil rights.

You got a voice. You trained or studied. So you know good vocals. I'll watch you because you're a pro.

This was THE 80s great LA hit makers. They are all brilliant! Michael McDonald - lead vocals, electric piano, synthesizers (Doobie Brothers, Christopher Cross, Steely Dan and countless other) Steve Lukather - guitar Toto and lots of studio work Greg Phillinganes - clavinet (Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Toto, Quincy Jones) Louis Johnson - bass guitar (Brothers Johnson, Quincy Jones) Jeff Porcaro - drums (THE hit groove maker drummer!!!) Maureen McDonald - backing vocals (Michael McDonald's sister... and very smooth too!)

I've always wondered. When an artist, such as yourself, hears all this music. From all these genres. Do you notice that it changes how you write, how you say the words, or music selection? Does Rage Against the Machine or Slipknot slip into your mind when writing? Do you hear a song like this and think of a way to incorporate elements of his vocal delivery or the funky vibe into a song? Do you feel this makes you a better artist because you're getting exposed to different styles?

That's his sister Maureen doing the background vocals.

My childhood jam.. Remember this blasting on the speakers while I was in the arcade on Pac-Mac and Donkey Kong games..

For some more blue-eyed-soul,Kenny Thomas and "Thinking About Your Love". "Best Of You". And a fantastic ballad "Tender Love"

Damnit, I miss these old school reactions you did baby girl, I miss it!

I wanna play this bass line lol

I HAD THE SAME RACTION AS YOU DID....I WAS 24 AND SHE LEFT ME.....I PLAYED THIS TRYING TO GET OVER HER BUT IT TURNED INTO A JAM FEST......IT WAS ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC AND VIBE....I LOVE THIS SO MUCH FOR MKING ME GROOVE I FORGOT ALL ABOUT WHAT'S HER NAME THAT IT TAUGHT ME HOW TO DANCE....IF YOUR FEET AINT TAPPING OR YOUR ARMS AIN'T FLAILING YOU MISSED THE INTENT....I PLAY THIS NOW JUST TO RELIVE A NEW FOUND FREEDOM IN ' GETTIN' JIGGY WIT IT ' THAT I DIDN'T HAVE BEFORE....BUT I KEEP FORGETTIN THAT.......LOL

This song is such a vibe.

This is my favorite reaction of all time! I feel this song in my soul. Scribe Squad dance party!!! LET'S GO...

Scribe brings it every reaction

You have a beautiful voice !

Scribe you got a dynamic voice, appreciate you having a good time while digging deep for the sweet nectar of varied artistic aesthetics in your sojourns.

You also have a nice singing Voice,Young Lady

This is such a well-written song

I'm creeping to a whole new level

Best reaction too this song hands down love your vibe 💯💥

1982 was my Last year to be in So. California and this song came out, it was sort of my theme for Leaving. It took 4 years+ to return!!! a Happy day that was!

Thanks for reacting to my song request

Great Blue Eyed Soul band - Little Feat. "Dixie Chicken" and "Time Loves A Hero" (studio). Love your reactions. Wish I could afford Patreon and your CD. Family's really hurting right now. Best wishes!

GEN X we had all of the GREAT Artist!

She’s gorgeous

....next up.....IT KEEPS YOU RUNNING......

Im 60, i wish that all of today's youngsters would take the time to sit and listen to our music from back in the day, and THEN push the buttons on their laptops using today's software to "create"....

@abrarahmed1888

Жыл бұрын

So true

Check out Michael McDonald singing "What a fool believes'' And not to change the subject of singers but the song Buddy Holly opened up with at the Apollow Theateron the ill fated bus trip that ended with his death in a plane crash was "Oh Boy" Check it out...

Love this and your smile made me smile lil dimples

Damn....your energy match mine when I hear this song...just know I was jamming with you.....great react....lol

Member of Steely Dan and the Doobie Brothers you can hear him singing in the background of the song Peg from Steely Dan

Take me back to the 1970s

I think we can call it an eargasm. Don't you ?

Laughing. Saw the dubs a couple times. Blew away audiences of mixed race fans everyone having a great time what a time we had

❤️🎶❤️ Love this man, with or without the Doobie Brothers.

Funky my friend 😮

Love the way you groove SISTER

You get it! You got it!!! McDonald is a master.

One more suggestion; George Thorogood & the destroyers "It wasn't me' just a fun song

First time finding you and I like you!! I love your cool personality!!

I loved your reaction you caught the vibe

Don't tell me I didn't tell you it's going to get funky. I requested this song months ago, and I told you it's going to get funky. LOL

brings back memories

At first all your talking was killing my vibe but, then I saw how much you love music.

Legendary🔥🔥🔥🔥🐾🐾🐾🐾

Certified classic!!

"I'll Be There" is another good song.

I want to be dancing next to you at his next concert!!🤩

Take it from this 57 year old OG, y’all youngsters just don’t know.

This is gold girl

One of my all time favs

Mike Macdonald has done excellent background vocals for Fagan and the late Michael Becker otherwise known as Steely Dan .

@abrarahmed1888

Жыл бұрын

Donald Fagen and Walter Becker. Michael Brecker (not Becker) is someone else