Keith Sweat is an American singer, songwriter, and producer known for his distinctive contribution to the R&B and soul genres. Emerging in the 1980s, his smooth, seductive vocal style became a hallmark of the New Jack Swing era. Sweat's 1987 debut album, "Make It Last Forever," was highly influential, featuring hits like "I Want Her" that helped shape contemporary R&B. As a pioneering figure in the New Jack Swing movement, Sweat's impact on the musical landscape is considerable.