What a Fool Believes

A sweeping and evocative memoir from the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Grammy Award–winning, platinum selling singer-songwriter Michael McDonald, written with his friend, Emmy Award–nominated actor, comedian, and #1 New York Times bestselling author Paul Reiser. Throughout his life, Michael’s unmistakably smooth baritone voice defined an era of rock and R&B with hit records like “What A Fool Believes,” “Takin’ It to the Streets,” and many more. In his candid memoir, Michael tells the story of his rise from a high school dropout in Ferguson, Missouri, to a rock star, sharing unforgettable tales and insights about his journey through music and personal challenges, including addictions and the quest for self-identity.