What is ready or not samples?

Ready or Not samples are audio snippets taken from existing songs that are used in other songs as a creative and/or transformative element. These samples can be vocals, instrumentals, beats, or any other part of a song that is deemed noteworthy by a producer or artist. Sampling has been a common practice in music production since the 1980s, particularly in hip hop, where it has been a fundamental part of the genre's evolution. Ready or Not by Fugees is a notable song that heavily samples Enya's Boadicea, which has become one of the most commonly utilized samples in modern music, appearing in over 1000 songs across different genres. Despite its popularity, the use of samples in music production is a complex legal issue, as it often infringes on copyright laws and raises concerns about artistic ownership and compensation.