In Case You Forgot
Aretha Franklin · A Rose Is Still a Rose [1998]
Is the feelin' gone, baby
Maybe I need to refresh your mind
Think about the love we shared
Think back to the time we cared
Maybe you can find a reason to be here
Oh...I'm the one who loved you, mmm
I'm the one who made it right
I'm the one who was there for you
On those cold and lonely nights
I'm the one who held you
When the world came down on you
And I'm the one who's in love with you
And whose love never stops
In case you forgot
I give love (Ooh) and my love is so good
In case you forgot
I was there when you fell 'cause I care
In case you forgot
I left you satisfied all those nights
In case you forgot
I give love and my love never stops (Oh...oh...)
Where did mine go (Where did it go)
I never shoulda really let you know
You're about to make a big mistake
Now where do you think you find a love at all like mine
Maybe all you're gonna find is heartache
Whoa...I'm the one who loved you
And I'm the one who made it right
I'm the one who was there for you
On those cold, cold and lonely nights
I'm the one who held you
When the world came down on you
And I am the one who was there for you
And whose love never stops
In case you forgot
I give love (Ooh) and my love is so good
In case you forgot
I was there when you fell 'cause I care
In case you forgot
I left you satisfied all those nights
In case you forgot
I give love and my love never stops
Where will you go to find someone to love you like I do
You can play anything, baby, 'cause you know that it's true
Sometimes a love like mine comes just once in your life
So you better, better take it, baby, and hold on tight
In case you forgot
I give love and my love is so good
In case you forgot
I was there when (You know it's true)
you fell 'cause I care (I was there for you)
In case you forgot
I left you satisfied all those nights
In case you forgot
I give love and my love never stops
In case you forgot
In case you forgot
Remember me, hey, remember me, baby, baby
In case you forgot
I was there (I was there) when you fell 'cause I care (Oh...)
In case you forgot
I left you (I left you) satisfied all those nights
In case you forgot
In Case You Forgot
In Case You Forgot stands as a poignant song in Aretha Franklin's later discography, appearing on her 1998 album A Rose Is Still a Rose. This recording captures the Queen of Soul during a period of renewed artistic exploration, blending her signature gospel-infused power with contemporary R&B sensibilities. The track reflects Franklin's enduring ability to convey deep emotion and resilience, hallmarks that defined her extensive career. While the album itself marked a significant moment in her return to form, this song specifically highlights her mastery of vocal dynamics and emotional storytelling. It serves as a reminder of her lasting influence on the genre, showcasing a voice that remained commanding and expressive well into the late 1990s. The work remains a testament to her ability to evolve while maintaining the core elements that made her a legendary figure in American music.