The 1982 single "Forget Me Nots" showcased Patrice Rushen's signature blend of R&B, funk, and disco, becoming one of her most enduring hits. Its infectious groove and Rushen's vocal performance cemented its place in the dance music canon.
- "Forget Me Nots" reached number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 2 on the R&B chart in 1982.
- The song was co-written by Patrice Rushen and her brother, Freddie Rushen, with production by Ross Vann.
- The iconic bassline of "Forget Me Nots" has been sampled by numerous artists, most notably by Will Smith in his 1997 hit "Men in Black."
Patrice Rushen is a GRAMMY-nominated American jazz performer and producer who became a mainstream pop and R&B star in the 1980s. By 1982, Rushen had transitioned from jazz fusion and established herself as a formidable force in R&B and dance music.
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