Date of Birth: November 24, 1941
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Date of Death: May 13, 2012
Biography
Donald “Duck” Dunn was an American bass guitarist, songwriter, and record producer, best known for his work with the Stax Records house band, Booker T. & the M.G.’s. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Dunn grew up in a musical environment and started playing bass guitar in high school. His deep, groove-laden playing style became a defining feature of the Memphis sound. Throughout his career, Dunn played with a variety of legendary artists, including Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, and Muddy Waters. He also gained fame as a member of the Blues Brothers Band, both in the iconic 1980 film and its various musical ventures. Dunn’s contributions to music earned him multiple accolades, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992. He continued to perform and record until his passing in 2012.
5 Interesting Facts about Donald Dunn
1. Donald Dunn earned the nickname “Duck” from his father, who thought he waddled like a duck as a child.
2. He played bass on Otis Redding’s iconic “Sittin’ On The Dock of the Bay.”
3. Dunn’s bass lines were integral to the success of several hit songs, including Sam & Dave’s “Hold On, I’m Comin’.”
4. He was part of the original Blues Brothers Band with John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd.
5. Dunn was posthumously awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Donald Dunn
1. “I just try to play what the song calls for. No more, no less.”
2. “The groove is the heart and soul of the song.”
3. “You don’t have to be flashy to be effective.”
4. “Music is a universal language, and the bass is its foundation.”
5. “Playing music is about feeling, not thinking.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Donald Dunn’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Donald Dunn had one son, Jeff Dunn.
Relevant Links
1. [Rock and Roll Hall of Fame](https://www.rockhall.com/inductees/donald-duck-dunn
2. [AllMusic Biography](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/donald-duck-dunn-mn0000804821/biography
3. [Grammy Awards](https://www.grammy.com/grammys/artists/donald-duck-dunn
4. [IMDb Profile](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0242744/
