To use a sample you have to get a license from the original artist:<p>&gt;Today, most mainstream acts obtain prior authorization to use samples, a process known as &quot;clearing&quot; (gaining permission to use the sample and, usually, paying an up-front fee and&#x2F;or a cut of the royalties to the original artist). Independent bands, lacking the funds and legal assistance to clear samples, are at a disadvantage - unless they seek the services of a professional sample replay company or producer.<p><a href="https:&#x2F;&#x2F;en.wikipedia.org&#x2F;wiki&#x2F;Legal_issues_surrounding_music_sampling" rel="nofollow">https:&#x2F;&#x2F;en.wikipedia.org&#x2F;wiki&#x2F;Legal_issues_surrounding_music...</a>