If That's What It Takes is the debut studio album by American singer-songwriter Michael McDonald.

The album was released in August 1982 and peaked at #6 on Billboard 200, while singles "I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)" and "I Gotta Try" went to #4 and #44 on the Billboard Hot 100, respectively.

All tracks written by Michael McDonald, with additional writers noted.

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