Michael McDonald and Paul Reiser Talk The Doobie Brothers Memoir, Sing 'Takin' It to the Streets'

Michael McDonald and Paul Reiser talk about how they first met and came to the decision to write Michael's memoir together, Michael shares how he worked with both Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers and both perform a rendition of The Doobie Brothers' "Takin' It to the Streets" with Jimmy.


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Michael McDonald and Paul Reiser Talk The Doobie Brothers Memoir, Sing "Takin' It to the Streets"

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[nicholasgarrick]

Michael McDonald is an absolute living legend And hes so modest!

[GreatGownsBeautifulGowns]

Michael McDonald has a voice like butter. That man can sang!!!

[MarvetteFulton-wczf]

I love the doobie brothers, Michael Mcdonald voice is electrifying. Please we need a Biopic Movie 😊

[lab]

Steely Dan, Doobie Brothers, Michael McDonald. Perfection. I was fortunate to see Steely Dan on tour with Michael. Amazing. 💯👏🏻✌️

[PlumPlum]

Harmonizing with Michael McDonald must be a thrill for Jimmy

[debbiedoodiedandi]

I absolutely ADORE MM's voice. It's just incredible

[AgathaG]

Wow, when he opens his mouth out comes, "You don't know me but I'm your brother..." it gave me chills. That voice is so powerful and unique and it just grabs your soul somehow. Love him and always will.

[Tom_mich]

What I loved most about this… the shout out to The Roots. That’s a real guest right there!

Can’t wait to receive my copy!

[valleygirlknits]

Always loved Michael's voice. So cool that he knows Paul. :)

[roundtwo]

4:10 So very true. We all love Michael McDonald, one of the world's best singers.

[massey]

One of the best male voices ever. Amazing.

[lisettegarcia]

I got goosebumps on Jimmy's behalf over his duet w Michael McDonald. More proof why it pays to be nice in life.

[LisaNygard]

Michael McDonald is the master of his work. I adore all he has given. And you’ve got a beautiful head of hair hairstylist that’s why I say so.❤

[melodygreen]

Michael McDonald... an absolute master of music.

[CarolynStewart-vq]

Michael McDonald can never die! What a great interview. And Paul Reiser, he's the best at what he does and who knew he could help pen a book about a rock icon! And I got to give it to Jimmy who can sing and sound just like Michael!

[ericlevitt]

love michael mcdonald and the doobie brothers one of my favorites love their songs

[Gylfi]

Brilliant. I believe it. Everybody is a fan of Michael.

[kathiebrown]

I've been lucky enough to see Michael McDonald live with Doobie's, Steely Dan and Kenny Loggins!!! He's the BEST!!!!

[MariePizzo]

I loved the book I love Michael McDonald always God Bless him ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[billbill]

Takin It To The Streets is my very favorite Doobie Brothers song and a all time favorite song PERIOD. ❤