Songs Written by Derek ForbesTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Derek Forbes (born 22 June 1956) is a Scottish musician. He is mostly associated with the Scottish band Simple Minds, having joined in time to record their early demos in 1978 and stayed with the band during their rise to mainstream success and their first six albums, until leaving shortly after their 1985 hit "Don't You (Forget About Me)" (subsequently rejoining in a reduced role from 1995 to 1998). He has also played with Big Country, Propaganda, Oblivion Dust, Spear... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Derek Forbes first charted in 1981 with I Travel.The artist scored 17 UK Top‑75 entries, including 2 Top‑10 placements.On US Dance the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.