Phil Collins famously wrote, performed, and produced every track on Both Sides entirely on his own at his home studio.
The song explores the fragile nature of moving on from a past love. The lyrics describe a narrator who believes they have finally forgotten a former partner , only to realize that their memories are triggered instantly by small reminders, such as someone saying the person's name or mentioning they saw them. Phil Collins famously wrote, performed, and produced every
"I've Forgotten Everything" is a hauntingly intimate ballad from Phil Collins' fifth studio album, Both Sides (1993). The 2015 Remaster was released as part of the "Take A Look At Me Now" retrospective campaign, featuring refreshed artwork where Collins recreated his original poses from decades earlier. "I've Forgotten Everything" is a hauntingly intimate ballad
The track is characterized by its soft, jazz-esque arrangement, relying on atmospheric keyboards and a simple, steady beat that highlights the loneliness of the lyrics. The 2015 remaster, handled by Nick Davis , provides a sharper sound quality compared to the original 1993 release. The 2015 remaster, handled by Nick Davis ,