The 10 Best Michael Jackson Samples in Rap

Rihanna accepted the ultimate Moon Man at the 2016 VMAs, the Michael Jackson Vanguard Award. Named after the King of Pop, the honor is a reminder of Jackson's genre-cutting influence. In rap, he's been a looming figure towering over some of your favorite hip-hop tracks and artists. 2Pac sampled him. Kanye West cites him as a major source of inspiration. In honor of MJ, get familiar with some of the best rap songs that have sampled his work.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us The 10 Best Michael Jackson Samples in Rap Rihanna accepted the ultimate Moon Man at the 2016 VMAs, the Michael Jackson Vanguard Award. Named after the King of Pop, the honor is a reminder of Jackson's genre-cutting influence. In rap, he's been a looming figure towering over some of your favorite hip-hop tracks and artists. 2Pac sampled him. Kanye West cites him as a major source of inspiration. In honor of MJ, get familiar with some of the best rap songs that have sampled his work. Henry Adaso Rap & Hip-Hop Expert The 10 Best Michael Jackson Samples in Rap   Michael Jackson was an omnipresent force in hip-hop music. Here are 10 rap songs that sampled the King of Pop. READ NOW See the 6 Hip-Hop Records Preserved at Library of Congress   See the hip-hop records preserved at the U.S. National Library of Congress. READ NOW 10 Great Rappers Who Died Too Young   Hip-hop has witnessed some devastating tragedies over the years. From Big L to Big Pun, here are 10 great rappers that died too young. READ NOW How Jazz Influenced Hip-Hop   Hip-hop owes its roots to jazz. From sophisticated musical flourishes to improvisational rap, here's a history of jazz and its influence on hip-hop. READ NOW Featured Articles • 10 Hit Songs That Rip Off Other Songs • Urban Legends: Do They Really Use Worms in Fast Food? • 10 Great Dave Grohl Musical Collaborations • Who Is Sheryl Underwood? • August 29 in Music History • 10 Things You Need to Know About "Star Trek's" Vulcans • When MacGyver Was on 'General Hospital' • Funniest Political Quotes of All Time Advertisement About Rap & Hip-Hop  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Rap & Hip-Hop newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.