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Bob Babbitt's 1971 Bass Solo Ranked Among All-Time Greats
22 Jun
Summary
- Bob Babbitt's 1971 bass solo on 'Scorpio' is recognized as one of the greatest.
- Guitar World featured this timeless bass solo in their 2024 list.
- Babbitt was a decorated Motown studio musician and influential bassist.
A standout bass solo from 1971, performed by the esteemed Bob Babbitt on Dennis Coffey's track 'Scorpio,' has been recognized as one of the greatest in music history. This celebrated performance was featured in a 2024 list by Guitar World, which highlights timeless bass solos. The publication noted Babbitt's extensive achievements, including 25 gold and platinum records.
Babbitt's contribution to 'Scorpio' is described as a powerful build-up following a strong drum break by Eddie 'Bongo' Brown, Uriel Jones, and Richard 'Pistol' Allen. His groove-based solo then seamlessly integrated the full ensemble. Babbitt was a legendary studio musician, renowned for his bass performances with Motown Records' studio band and the Funk Brothers, and also achieved acclaim with MFSB at Philadelphia International Records.
