{"id":124,"date":"2024-12-17T13:50:49","date_gmt":"2024-12-17T13:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rewwwind.com\/portal\/?p=124"},"modified":"2024-12-17T15:35:56","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T15:35:56","slug":"youll-never-guess-where-these-famous-edm-vocal-samples-came-from","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rewwwind.com\/portal\/2024\/12\/17\/youll-never-guess-where-these-famous-edm-vocal-samples-came-from\/","title":{"rendered":"You\u2019ll Never Guess Where These Famous EDM Vocal Samples Came From"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Electronic dance music is built on reinvention, taking snippets of sound and transforming them into global anthems. Some of the most iconic vocal hooks in EDM history have origins that might surprise you\u2014borrowed from decades-old records, obscure movie dialogue, or even live performances. While some hits like Daft Punk&#8217;s \u201cHarder, Better, Faster, Stronger\u201d are well-known for their sampling, there are many hidden vocal gems with stories waiting to be uncovered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a curated list of iconic and unexpected vocal samples in EDM and where they came from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Eric Prydz \u2013 &#8220;Call on Me&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> Steve Winwood &#8211; \u201cValerie\u201d (1982)<br>Eric Prydz\u2019s timeless dance hit takes its unforgettable hook directly from Steve Winwood\u2019s soulful track &#8220;Valerie.&#8221; What makes this sample iconic is Winwood himself re-recording the vocals to give Prydz permission to use it. This collaboration gave the track an extra punch and cemented its place as an all-time classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Steve Winwood - Valerie (Official Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cbKNICg-REA?start=68&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Fatboy Slim \u2013 &#8220;Right Here, Right Now&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> Angela Bassett &#8211; <em>Strange Days<\/em> MOVIE (1995)<br>This epic track opens with Angela Bassett&#8217;s line, &#8220;Right here, right now,&#8221; from the sci-fi thriller <em>Strange Days<\/em>. It\u2019s a small but powerful vocal moment that defines the urgency and energy of Fatboy Slim\u2019s masterpiece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Right here, right now (Strange Days)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JmL5uWrvUUM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Daft Punk \u2013 &#8220;Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> Edwin Birdsong &#8211; \u201cCola Bottle Baby\u201d (1979)<br>Daft Punk transformed a funky vocal snippet from Edwin Birdsong\u2019s \u201cCola Bottle Baby\u201d into one of their most famous tracks. The repetition and robotic processing turned this 70s funk tune into a futuristic anthem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Cola Bottle Baby\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fiD39jo5Yo4?start=292&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. The Chemical Brothers feat. Q-Tip<\/strong> &#8211; Go<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> &#8220;By the Way You Dance (I Knew It Was You)&#8221; by Bunny Sigler (1978)<br>In their 2015 track \u201cGo!\u201d from <em>Born in the Echoes<\/em>, The Chemical Brothers sample Bunny Sigler&#8217;s soulful hit &#8220;By the Way You Dance (I Knew It Was You)&#8221; from 1978. Sigler\u2019s smooth, upbeat vocal line is reinterpreted by The Chemical Brothers, contributing to the track&#8217;s infectious groove and energy. This sample provides an unmistakable funk feel that blends beautifully with the electronic elements the duo is known for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Bunny Sigler - By The Way You Dance (I Knew It Was You) Gold Mind Records 1979\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Y1YtsJuLuZU?start=61&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Avicii \u2013 &#8220;Levels&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> Etta James &#8211; \u201cSomething\u2019s Got a Hold on Me\u201d (1962)<br>The soaring vocal riff in &#8220;Levels&#8221; comes straight from the blues queen Etta James. The unmistakable, gospel-inspired \u201cOhhhh sometimes\u201d refrain gave the track its spine, elevating it into a global sensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Something&#039;s Got A Hold On Me\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BPjQ7iK5GVI?start=2&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Disclosure \u2013 &#8220;When a Fire Starts to Burn&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> Eric Thomas &#8211; Motivational Speech<br>The intense and rhythmic vocal in this track comes from motivational speaker Eric Thomas. The duo chopped his energetic dialogue into a hypnotic mantra that perfectly complements their deep house groove.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"TGIM SEASON 3 EPISODE 30 - ROPE-A-DOPE\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TISRfgdM33I?start=268&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. The Prodigy \u2013 &#8220;Smack My B<\/strong>*h Up&#8221;**<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> Kool Keith &#8211; <em>&#8220;Give the Drummer Some&#8221;<\/em> (1988)<br>The controversial hook from The Prodigy\u2019s iconic track is a vocal snippet from Kool Keith. His line, \u201cChange my pitch up, smack my b***h up,\u201d was transformed into one of the most memorable phrases in dance music history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ultramagnetic MC&#039;s - Give the Drummer Some\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8NSf1A5RuP4?start=28&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>8. Nero \u2013 &#8220;Reaching Out&#8221;<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> &#8220;Out of Touch&#8221; by Daryl Hall &amp; John Oates (1984)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nero&#8217;s 2011 track &#8220;Reaching Out,&#8221; from their album <em>Welcome Reality<\/em>, samples the iconic 1984 hit &#8220;Out of Touch&#8221; by Daryl Hall &amp; John Oates. The sample appears around the 0:10 mark of &#8220;Reaching Out,&#8221; adding a touch of classic 80s synth-driven funk to the modern dubstep production. The combination of Daryl Hall\u2019s soaring vocals and the gritty bass of Nero creates a unique hybrid sound that resonates across both old-school and contemporary dance music scenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Out of Touch\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dGiOlKZhmAw?start=96&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Justice \u2013 &#8220;D.A.N.C.E.&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> <em>&#8220;Me Against the Music&#8221; by Britney Spears (2003)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Justice\u2019s <em>D.A.N.C.E.<\/em> is often thought of as an interpolation of Britney Spears\u2019 <em>Me Against the Music<\/em>\u2014specifically the vocals and lyrics in the chorus. While the two tracks are distinct, the influence of the catchy vocal hook in <em>Me Against the Music<\/em> can be heard clearly in <em>D.A.N.C.E.<\/em>, particularly in the chorus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Britney Spears - Me Against The Music (Official HD Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/clwLKJ294u4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Armand Van Helden \u2013 &#8220;You Don\u2019t Know Me&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> Carrie Lucas &#8211; \u201cDance with You\u201d (1979)<br>The unforgettable riff in this track comes from Carrie Lucas\u2019s disco hit. Armand Van Helden artfully blended the sample with his signature house production, making it an all-time dancefloor favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Carrie Lucas  Dance With You  1979   (Audio Remastered)\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dtAepXAIuTI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Flume \u2013 &#8220;Holdin\u2019 On&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> <em>&#8220;I Can&#8217;t Turn You Loose&#8221; by Anthony White (1977)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flume&#8217;s track <em>Holdin On<\/em> features a memorable vocal sample from Anthony White\u2019s <em>I Can\u2019t Turn You Loose<\/em>. This sample, particularly noticeable around the 1:05 mark, helps create a soulful, groovy vibe that fits perfectly with Flume\u2019s unique blend of future bass and electronic influences. The powerful, emotive vocal lines from White\u2019s track are reinterpreted in <em>Holdin On<\/em>, adding depth and character to Flume\u2019s production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Anthony White   &quot;I Can&#039;t Turn You Loose&quot;\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Q7QOJuEM7KI?start=65&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. Moby \u2013 &#8220;Natural Blues&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> Vera Hall &#8211; \u201cTrouble So Hard\u201d (1937)<br>Moby\u2019s haunting vocal refrain is a direct lift from Vera Hall\u2019s traditional folk song. The bluesy wail contrasts beautifully with the electronic production, creating a timeless soundscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"vera hall - trouble so hard\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/r9SENzRLk_M?start=3&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. <strong>CamelPhat \u2013 &#8220;Compute&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> <em>&#8220;It\u2019s More Fun to Compute&#8221; by Kraftwerk (1981)<\/em><br>CamelPhat\u2019s <em>Compute<\/em>, featuring Ali Love, utilizes a direct sample of <em>It\u2019s More Fun to Compute<\/em> by Kraftwerk, but it is <strong>not a vocal sample<\/strong>. Instead, CamelPhat has sampled various instrumental and electronic elements from Kraftwerk\u2019s 1981 track, <em>It\u2019s More Fun to Compute<\/em>, which is part of their <em>Computer World<\/em> album.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The iconic mechanical beats, synthetic melodies, and digital soundscapes from the original track are reinterpreted and restructured throughout <em>Compute<\/em> in different sections, such as at 0:00, 0:08, and 0:55. These elements were some of the first to explore the connection between computers, technology, and music, and CamelPhat\u2019s incorporation of them highlights their respect for Kraftwerk\u2019s groundbreaking influence on the electronic genre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"It&#039;s More Fun to Compute (2009 Remaster)\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d9tH2XXhiZ4?start=1&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>14, <strong>Ti\u00ebsto and Allure \u2013 &#8220;The Loves We Lost&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sample Source:<\/strong> <em>&#8220;She Can\u2019t Feel Anything Anymore&#8221; by Paula Cole (1994)<\/em><br>Ti\u00ebsto and Allure\u2019s <em>The Loves We Lost<\/em> from the <em>In Search of Sunrise 4: Latin America<\/em> compilation includes a subtle but impactful sample from Paula Cole&#8217;s track <em>She Can\u2019t Feel Anything Anymore<\/em> off her 1994 album <em>Harbinger<\/em>. The sample appears at key points throughout <em>The Loves We Lost<\/em> \u2014 specifically at 2:05, 3:01, 3:59, and 5:10 \u2014 and serves as a signature emotional element of the track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sample from Paula Cole\u2019s original song, particularly the melodic hook and emotional vocal phrasing, is carefully integrated into the trance anthem, accentuating its melancholic and reflective themes. The use of this sample blends the heartfelt atmosphere of Cole\u2019s 1994 release with the uplifting yet emotional nature of Ti\u00ebsto\u2019s trance production, creating a rich juxtaposition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Paula Cole -  She Can&#039;t Feel Anything Anymore\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AvGfNKjdZkI?start=14&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>15. <strong>Burial \u2013 &#8220;Archangel&#8221;<\/strong><br><strong>Sample Source: &#8220;One Wish&#8221; by Ray J (2005)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"16\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Burial\u2019s <em>Archangel<\/em> from his 2007 album <em>Untrue<\/em> uses a direct vocal sample from Ray J\u2019s 2005 hit <em>One Wish<\/em>, found on his <em>Raydiation<\/em> album. The sample appears multiple times throughout <em>Archangel<\/em>\u2014specifically at 0:13, 0:15, 0:50, 1:22, 2:48, and 2:49\u2014and provides an emotionally haunting and atmospheric layer to the track\u2019s dark, UK garage-inspired beats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sample is subtly altered, with Ray J\u2019s vulnerable and yearning vocal lines woven into Burial&#8217;s ghostly production, creating a contrast between R&amp;B&#8217;s emotive quality and the cold, dystopian atmosphere of <em>Archangel<\/em>. The juxtaposition of these elements transforms <em>One Wish<\/em> into something entirely new, fitting perfectly within Burial\u2019s signature sound while adding a soulful, human element to the haunting, electronic track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ray J - One Wish - Lyrics\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FrAZFtX1Xm4?start=115&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>16. <strong>Massive Attack \u2013 &#8220;Unfinished Sympathy&#8221;<br><\/strong>Sample Source: <strong>&#8220;Planetary Citizen&#8221; by Mahavishnu Orchestra (1976)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Massive Attack\u2019s iconic track <em>Unfinished Sympathy<\/em> from their groundbreaking 1991 album <em>Blue Lines<\/em> incorporates a direct sample from Mahavishnu Orchestra&#8217;s <em>Planetary Citizen<\/em>, which was featured on their 1976 album <em>Inner Worlds<\/em>. The sample appears at key points in <em>Unfinished Sympathy<\/em>, notably at 0:32, 2:19, and 2:30, and adds a unique layer of texture to the song\u2019s mix of electronic, soul, and jazz influences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sampled section from Mahavishnu Orchestra\u2019s track includes an ethereal, sweeping instrumental, which seamlessly blends into Massive Attack\u2019s deep, atmospheric production. This collaboration between the worlds of jazz fusion and electronic music gives <em>Unfinished Sympathy<\/em> a complex, layered soundscape, underscoring the track\u2019s themes of love, loss, and emotional depth. The fusion of these two genres\u2014spanning over two decades\u2014creates a timeless piece that still resonates within the electronic music scene today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Planetary Citizen\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mq8BcKu-sYc?start=51&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>17. <strong>Aphex Twin \u2013 &#8220;Xtal&#8221;<\/strong><br>Sample Source: <strong>&#8220;Evil at Play&#8221; by Steve Jefferies, Mary Carewe, and Donald Greig (1986)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"18\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Aphex Twin&#8217;s iconic track <em>Xtal<\/em> from his 1992 album <em>Selected Ambient Works 85-92<\/em> uses a direct sample from <em>Evil at Play<\/em>, a track by Steve Jefferies, Mary Carewe, and Donald Greig. The sample, which appears at 0:17 and 0:15 in <em>Evil at Play<\/em>, is subtly incorporated throughout <em>Xtal<\/em>, giving the song a lush, atmospheric feel that became a hallmark of Aphex Twin&#8217;s ambient style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sampled elements from <em>Evil at Play<\/em> bring a dreamy, almost haunting vocal atmosphere to the track. While <em>Xtal<\/em> is primarily an instrumental piece, the inclusion of the sample enhances its textural depth, making it a defining moment in the evolution of early electronic and ambient music. The fusion of these vocals and Aphex Twin&#8217;s intricate, ethereal production creates a sound that has since influenced countless artists in the ambient and IDM genres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Steve Jeffries, Mary Carewe &amp; Donald Greig - Evil at Play\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XGRaPkf0f8Q?start=17&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Make Your Own Mark in EDM<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspired by the genius sampling in these tracks? Crafting your own hit with a standout vocal hook takes skill, creativity, and the right collaborators. <strong>At <a href=\"\/\">REWWWIND<\/a>, our team specializes in music composition and production, helping you <a href=\"\/portal\/custom-music-request\/\">bring your vision to life<\/a>.<\/strong> Whether you need an original vocal recording or expert advice on licensing samples, we\u2019ve got you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sampling has always been an essential part of EDM, breathing new life into forgotten or overlooked recordings. Whether producers repurpose iconic moments or create fresh ones inspired by older styles, vocal samples continue to bridge generations and shape the future of dance music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s your favorite sampled vocal moment in EDM? 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