Faze-O - Riding High who has sampled them?

Riding High marked the debut album of the Dayton, Ohio funk ensemble Faze-O in 1977, masterfully produced by the Ohio Players. Their journey began with a BANG, and never stopped not only did they chart in 1978 with the R&B hit "Riding High, but so did so many other decades after with their sampling of the song. This truly makes this track as legendary as it has an enduring influence on the world of hip-hop and R&B here are some who sampled.

A Testament to Timeless Music:

"Riding High" has been a source of inspiration for numerous hip-hop and R&B acts from the late 1980s onwards. It all started with Fresh Four's "Wishing on a Star" in 1989, produced by The High & Mighty, proving that Faze-O's music is a wellspring of creativity. "Riding High" has been the source of inspiration for many, have sampled the creamy goodness here is a list of some of those who too some cream from the cookie.

1. EPMD - Unfinished Business (1989): Faze-O's  Black Moon - "Shit Iz Real" (1993): In 1993, Black Moon sampled the velvety essence of "Riding High" for "Shit Iz Real," creating a hip-hop classic that stands as a testament to Faze-O's musical richness.

2. Kris Kross - "Tonight" (1995): Kris Kross infused their signature style with a dash of Faze-O's smooth vibes in "Tonight" from 1995, turning it into a fresh and vibrant groove.

3. Kam - "Hang Um High" (1993): Kam took "Riding High" to new heights in 1993 with "Hang Um High," infusing it with his own lyrical prowess. LISTEN ON SPOTIF

4. Bloods & Crips - "Don't Stress Me" (1996): "Don't Stress Me" by Bloods & Crips in 1996 is another example of how Faze-O's music transcends boundaries, spreading its message through various voices.

5. JT The Bigga Figga - "It's About That Time" (1994): In 1994, JT The Bigga Figga knew it was "About That Time" to pay homage to Faze-O's legendary sound

6. Ice Cube - "Record Company Pimpin'" (2000): Even Ice Cube couldn't resist the allure of "Riding High." In 2000, he sampled it in "Record Company Pimpin'" to create a captivating narrative of the music industry's intricacies.

   
   

7. Low Profile - "Keep Em Flowin'" (1989): "Keep Em Flowin'" by Low Profile in 1989 stands as another testament to Faze-O's enduring influence, showcasing how their music keeps flowing through the veins of hip-hop.

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Claro when the funk is riding so high, the bass is grooving as it does, and the keys are so sweet how could it not be sampled? These are just some of the people who have taken a piece, but I am sure there are many more, and even more to come. Do you feel it?