tlemense1 - This Is It

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Apr 30, 2025 05:19pm

<p><strong>"This Is It" by Kenny Loggins</strong></p><p>Released in 1979 as part of the&nbsp;<em>Keep the Fire</em>&nbsp;album, "This Is It" stands as one of Kenny Loggins' most iconic tracks. Co-written with Michael McDonald, the song masterfully fuses soft rock with jazz influences, featuring Loggins' powerful vocals alongside McDonald's signature harmonies. Beyond its musical brilliance, the song carries a deeply personal backstory, inspired by Loggins' father's struggle with a serious health condition. It serves as a poignant anthem of resilience and determination. A commercial success, "This Is It" earned Loggins a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance, cementing his legacy as a gifted songwriter and performer.</p>