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- Rushen wrote this song with the singer Terri McFadden and the bass player Freddie Washington - he also played on the track.
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"Forget Me Nots" is a 1982 song by the American R&B musician Patrice Rushen. It appears on her seventh album, Straight from the Heart. It has been sampled and interpolated in several songs, including "Men in Black" (1997) by Will Smith and "Fastlove" (1996) by George Michael.
- "(She Will) Take You Down to Love" (U.S.)
- April 2, 1982
- 1982
The song is heard during the film's closing credits, and heavily samples "Forget Me Nots" by Patrice Rushen. Lyrically, Smith discusses the role, function, and duties of the Men in Black as the character Agent J , while Coko of the R&B group SWV provides the chorus and background vocals.
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- "M.I.B. Main Theme", "Dah Dee Dah (Sexy Thing)" (Alicia Keys)
- June 3, 1997
- Columbia
Rushen and her "Forget Me Nots" co-writer Theresa McFaddin are credited writers on "Men In Black," earning a nice payday from their 15-year-old song. Cheryl "Coko" Clemons from the group SWV (Sisters With Voices) did the female vocals on this song ("Here come the Men In Black...").
Apr 18, 2024 · At first listen, Forget Me Nots may come across as a lighthearted and upbeat tune meant for dancing and having a good time. The song’s infectious groove and Rushen’s soulful vocals create an irresistible blend that captivates the listener from the very first note. However, beneath the irresistible rhythm lies a tale of heartache and longing.
Jun 16, 2022 · Best known for featuring her signature song ‘Forget Me Nots’, which would be famously sampled on Will Smith’s ‘Men In Black’ and George Michael’s ‘Fastlove’, the seminal body of work was also home to the timeless cult classics ‘Remind Me’, ‘Number One’ and ‘Where There Is Love’.
Nov 1, 2023 · By Chris Jisi. ( Bass Player ) published 1 November 2023. The story of Patrice Rushen’s Forget Me Nots, the song that became more famous as the theme from the Will Smith and Tommy Lee film Men in Black and was sampled by George Michael. (Image credit: Getty Images)
