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.
