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.
