Above all other instruments, the bass may be the most important aspect of a quality song. Carrying the groove and moving listeners accordingly, this bottom-feeding staple of the scale ties everything together and is the main reason McFadden & Whitehead continue to carry out their musical mission years after their untimely deaths. Quick, slick and filled with more ups and downs than an episode of The Steve Wilkos show, the featured bass-line behind this Philly duos multi-platinum and career-defining “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now” is so inspiring I specifically made sure this was posted early enough to ensure extra confidence in your kicks while starting your day.

Don’t even try to stop this damn groove.

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McFadden & Whitehead – “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now”