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Fred McFarlane
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| Birth name | Frederick Craig McFarlane |
| Occupation(s) | Record producer, songwriter |
Frederick Craig McFarlane (born November 14, 1959 – died September 3, 2016) was an American R&B songwriter, music producer, and a musician who played many instruments. Fred McFarlane's career in music lasted for more than 30 years. He helped create many popular R&B and dance songs.
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Who Was Fred McFarlane?
Fred McFarlane was a very important person behind the scenes in music. He wrote and produced songs that became big hits for many artists. His work helped shape the sound of R&B and dance music for decades.
Starting His Music Journey
Fred McFarlane began his music career as a keyboard player. He played for groups like Crown Heights Affair and Enchantment. In the 1980s, he started producing music for other artists. One of the first big songs he produced was "Somebody Else's Guy" for Jocelyn Brown in 1984.
Creating Hit Songs
Fred McFarlane wrote or helped write many famous R&B and dance songs.
- He co-wrote "Bad Habits" for Jenny Burton in 1985.
- He also helped write "Show Me Love" for Robin S. in 1993. This song was Robin S.'s first big hit.
- Later, he worked on "Don't Wanna Go Home" for Jason Derulo.
Working with Many Artists
Fred McFarlane also wrote songs for many other well-known artists. These included Will Downing, Force MDs, Evelyn "Champagne" King, Keith Sweat, and even Madonna. His talent helped these artists create some of their most memorable music.
Fred McFarlane passed away in September 2016.
