Michael McDonald has been in the spotlight for reconnecting with his son, whom he gave up for adoption over five decades ago, following the son's discovery at age 58 that McDonald is his biological father. This personal revelation coincides with renewed attention on his past collaborations, including a 1986 duet with Patti LaBelle and a rejected 1978 songwriting opportunity with Kenny Loggins. Meanwhile, his earlier work with Carly Simon in the 1970s remains a point of nostalgic interest.