Make It Last Forever (song)
Make It Last Forever is the debut single by American R&B singers Keith Sweat and Jacci McGhee, released in 1987. The song is the title track from Sweat's debut album of the same name, Make It Last Forever.
The single is a duet, featuring Sweat's signature new jack swing sound blending with McGhee's soulful vocals. "Make It Last Forever" reached number two on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and number 48 on the Billboard Hot 100. It is considered one of Sweat's signature songs and a significant contribution to the late 1980s R&B landscape.
The lyrics center around a couple's commitment to making their love enduring and overcoming challenges to maintain a lasting relationship. The song's romantic themes and catchy melody contributed to its widespread popularity. It established Keith Sweat as a major figure in the new jack swing genre and helped launch Jacci McGhee's career. The single's success also significantly boosted sales of Sweat's debut album.