Most Sampled Songs in House Music
1. Loleatta Holloway – "Love Sensation"
Her chopped vocals define countless house anthems.
2. First Choice – "Let No Man Put Asunder"
Gospel vocals and breakdown elements provide crucial energy.
3. MFSB – "Love Is The Message"
Opulent strings, horns, and disco groove; a rich sampling source.
4. Salsoul Orchestra – "Ooh, I Love It (Love Break)"
The "Love Break" supplied essential drums, percussion, orchestral stabs.
5. Chic – "Good Times"
Edwards’ iconic bassline and Rodgers’ riffs fueled early house rhythms.
6. Lyn Collins – "Think (About It)"
Features the "Yeah! Woo!" vocal and a foundational drum break.
7. James Brown – "Funky Drummer"
Stubblefield’s drum break is a cornerstone sample across all genres.
8. Aretha Franklin – "A Deeper Love"
The commanding vocal hook defines many 90s house anthems.
9. Karen Young – "Hot Shot"
Pulsating synth-bass and vocals offered a proto-house template.
10. Bohannon – "Let’s Start The Dance"
Raw, powerful drum breaks and percussive loops are house staples.
