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Producer 9th Wonder [puts into words](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.55108/title.9th-wonder-co-signs-tracklibs-new-sample-breakdown-video-series) here what makes the Sample Breakdown videos so significant. The videos don’t only share the sample in the song, but also visualize how the sampled record was flipped or chopped.

From techniques [as intricate as J Dilla's](https://www.tracklib.com/blog/jdilla-nujabes-sampling-howto-beats) to the piano riff in [Mobb Deep's "Survival of the Fittest](/blog/sample-breakdowns-nas-jayz-mobbdeep-nujabes)," to sample-dense productions on albums like Daft Punk's *Discovery*. Tracklib's Sample Breakdown has got you covered to learn all about [how to sample songs](/blog/music-sampling-guide).

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Tracklib's Sample Breakdown series celebrates the art of sampling in music. The videos dissect hip-hop classics and the biggest hits, and visualize the sampling techniques behind them. This way, you can learn how to sample songs like iconic producers.

All the Sample Breakdowns by Tracklib + Songs to Sample Yourself

With hundreds of millions of streams, the viral breakthrough hit "Ginseng Strip 2002" by Swedish rapper Yung Lean was hard to miss. But the short loop producer Yung Gud sampled, was full of mystery upon its release. Watch Tracklib’s Sample Breakdown and read the story to get down to the nitty-gritty of the Asian sample on the cloud rap anthem "Ginseng Strip 2002."

Watch: Breaking Down the 8-Second Loop Sampled on Yung Lean's 'Ginseng Strip 2002'

Major releases like 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers' and 'King's Disease 3' suggests what a hell of a year 2022 was for Tracklib... Let these flips be of inspiration for another music-filled year.

Hottest Flips of 2022: Kendrick Lamar, Nas, Kaytranada, Mount Kimbie & more

This feature breaks down all the samples on Kendrick Lamar's new album, 'Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.' Including the soul sample on "Father Time" which was found and cleared on Tracklib.

All Samples on Kendrick Lamar’s 'Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers'

Two decades ago, the Neptunes shaped highly original and experimental-minded beats for Clipse. On Pusha T’s long-awaited record ‘It’s Almost Dry,’ Pharrell Williams honors that legacy, with Kanye West handling the other half of the production duties—we dissect two of the beats.

Samples Kanye & Pharrell used on Pusha T’s ‘It’s Almost Dry’

DJ Premier's unparalleled video series 'So Wassup?' is a goldmine of sampling know-how, anecdotes, and first-hand studio insights. To celebrate the greatness of Preemo, we break down some of his greatest non-Gang Starr productions for Mos Def, Nas, D'Angelo... and Christina Aguilera.

So Wassup? Sample Like DJ Premier (Sample Breakdowns & Collections)

Watch how a chopped-up Lee Fields sample and smashing drums by WondaGurl and Eestbound led to Travis Scott's Antidote."

Watch: Sample Breakdown of Travis Scott's 'Antidote' (Prod. by WondaGurl & Eestbound)

From Steely Dan's yacht rock to Labi Siffre chops: this Sample Breakdown video takes you on a sonic trip through Kanye West’s ‘Graduation’ album in its entirety. Including two collections to sample like “the old Kanye, chop-up-the-soul Kanye” yourself.

All Samples on Kanye West’s Graduation—and a collection to sample like Ye

These are the samples on “Diet Coke,” the 88-Keys and Kanye West-produced lead single to Pusha T’s forthcoming album.

The Samples on Pusha T’s ‘Diet Coke’ (Prod. by 88-Keys & Kanye West)

Tracklib's Sample Breakdown video series is created to visualize and celebrate the art of sampling in music. So many of today's hits are made by taking parts of older songs to create something completely new. Get a glimpse behind the boards, and learn from the greats.

Sample Breakdowns of Nas, J Dilla, Nujabes, Jay-Z, Mobb Deep & More

Britney Spears' "Toxic" is an international affair. Swedish production duo Bloodshy & Avant sampled an Indian song for the eerie pop melody of the global pop hit.

The Indian Sample on 'Toxic' by Britney Spears

For his biggest hit to date, Moby reversed four chords of the epic battle cry "Fight For Survival" from the 1960 film 'Exodus.' An ingenious way of using a sample for his soothing electronic pop hit 'Porcelain.'

The Reversed Movie Sample on Moby's 'Porcelain'

These videos show Daft Punk's sampling techniques with records by Eddie Johns, The Alan Parsons Project, Sister Sledge, Electric Light Orchestra, and more.

Breakdowns of Daft Punk's Samples on "One More Time" & 'Discovery'

In a new video, the Spinnin’ Records stalwarts Firebeatz takes you through their production process, and explain how they sampled two gems from Tracklib for their new single 'Let's Get Down'.

Firebeatz Breaks Down the Samples & Production of their New Single (Video)

"Praise You" brings together spoken word, a cartoon theme, an audio demonstration record, and the intro from a Disneyland album called 'Mickey Mouse Disco.' 

The Sampled Hook & Piano Riff on Fatboy Slim's 'Praise You'

Whether you want catchy vocals, or menacing dark parts, here are some of the best independent pop and rock for sampling.

Indie Poppin

The darkest, atmospheric electronic tracks for making hard trap beats.

Electronic Trap Vibes

A collection of (mostly) electronic music featuring trax by female songwriters, producers, musicians and/or vocalists.

Femme Electronique

Flip these raw tracks like Preemo would for some classic boom bap!

DJ Premier

Get that sound like Kendrick Lamar's Compton classic Good Kid MAAD City.

Good Kid MAAD City

From electronic classics to modern players, here are some synthesizer sounds so good they should be a sin.

Synth Sational

Explore this eclectic mix of all of our newest pop / electronic / rock / unclassifiable music from all over the world. Find inspiration in the most unlikely places.

Modern Sounds

Get that gritty, raw New York sound like Mobb Deep's classic The Infamous.

The Infamous

Explore some samples to make some reggaetón and spanish trap bangers like Bad Bunny.

Bad Bunny

Discover the eclectic sounds from West Africa imbued with heavy funk, jazz, and soul, all working toward a killer groove - Ready to flip.

Afrofunk – Ready to Flip

Discover deep jazz with a more laidback style to fusion tracks with more progressive leanings - Ready to flip.

Jazz/Fusion - Ready to Flip

Discover the classic vaults of 1970s library production music recorded for film, TV, advertising, and radio – Ready to flip.

All the Sample Breakdowns by Tracklib + Songs to Sample Yourself

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