Fred McFarlane, Date of Birth, Date of Death

Fred McFarlane

Date of Birth: 14-Nov-1959

Date of Death: 03-Sep-2016

Profession: record producer, songwriter

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Frederick Craig McFarlane (November 14, 1959 – September 3, 2016) was an American R&B songwriter, record producer, musician, and multi-instrumentalist.
McFarlane's career as a songwriter and producer spanned more than 30 years.
McFarlane wrote or co-wrote a number of R&B and dance hits, including Jenny Burton's "Bad Habits" in 1985; Robin S.' 1993 debut single "Show Me Love", which he co-wrote with Allen George; and Jason Derulo's "Don't Wanna Go Home."McFarlane began his professional career as a keyboardist, supporting such artists as Crown Heights Affair and Enchantment.
He transitioned to producing during the 1980s.
McFarlane produced Jocelyn Brown's 1984 ballad, "Somebody Else's Guy".McFarlane, a prolific songwriter, penned songs for dozens of artists, including Will Downing, Force MDs, Evelyn "Champagne" King, Keith Sweat and Madonna.Fred McFarlane died in early September 2016.
A cause of death was not released at the time.