In contrast to his approach for his self-titled debut album (1992), McKnight tried not to overdo on I Remember You, telling Billboard magazine in June 1995: "A lot of the vocals are first takes, and I didn't try to make it 'perfect' – the music has a lot looser feel to it this time."
Unlike his debut album's approach (1992), McKnight aimed for authenticity on I Remember You. He explained to Billboard in June 1995: "Most of the vocals are first takes, and I didn't try to make it perfect – the music feels more relaxed this time."