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Michael Hanley McDonald (born February 12, 1952) is an American singer, keyboardist, and songwriter. Known for his distinctively soulful voice, he was a frequent collaborator with the group Steely Dan from 1973 to 1980, rising to fame in 1975 as lead vocalist/keyboardist of the Doobie Brothers, with whom he has performed across three stints (1975–1982, 1987, 2019–present). McDonald wrote and sang several hit songs with the Doobie Brothers, including "Takin' It to the Streets", "It Keeps You Runnin'", "What a Fool Believes", "Minute by Minute", and "Real Love". McDonald has also performed as a prominent backing vocalist on numerous recordings by artists including Toto, Christopher Cross, and Kenny Loggins.

McDonald's solo career consists of nine studio albums and a number of singles, including the 1982 hit "I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)". During his career, McDonald has collaborated with a number of other artists, including James Ingram, David Cassidy, Van Halen, Carly Simon, Patti LaBelle, Twinkie Clark, Lee Ritenour, the Winans, Aretha Franklin, Grizzly Bear, Joni Mitchell, and Thundercat. He has also recorded for television and film soundtracks. McDonald is the recipient of five Grammy Awards, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Doobie Brothers in 2020. McDonald was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2025.

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