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We can’t believe it’s been three years since Michael Jackson’s untimely death, but in honor of his life and influence, GlobalGrind decided to celebrate his 54th birthday with a little music. 

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GlobalGrind found thousands of artists who sampled Michael Jackson’s work, but we decided to narrow it down to a quick fifteen. 

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R.I.P. Michael! 

Jay-Z “Izzo (H.O.V.A)” samples the Jackson 5’s “I Want You Back” 

Justin Bieber’s “Die In Your Arms” samples Michael Jackson’s “People Make The World Go Round” 

Rihanna’s “Don’t Stop The Music” samples Michael Jackson’s “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin” 

Beyonce’s “Black Culture” samples Michael Jackson’s “Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough” 

Justin Timberlake’s “Summer Love” samples Michael Jackson’s “Give Into Me” 

SWV’s “Right Here (Human Nature Mix) samples Michael Jackson’s “Human Nature”

Jennifer Lopez’s “Gotta Be There” samples Michael Jackson’s “I Wanna Be Where You Are” 

Ryan Leslie featuring Cassie & Fabolous’ “Addiction” samples Michael Jackson’s “I Can’t Help It” 

Mariah Carey’s “I’m That Chick” samples Michael Jackson’s “Off The Wall” 

Usher’s “U-Turn” samples Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” 

Kanye West Featuring T-Pain’s “Good Life” samples Michael Jackson’s “P.Y.T.” 

Chris Brown’s “She Ain’t You” samples Michael Jackson’s “Human Nature” 

The Black Eyed Peas “Rockin To The Beat” samples Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” 

LL Cool J featuring Boy II Men’s “Hey Lover” samples Michael Jackson’s “The Lady In My Life”

Aaliyah’s “Got To Give It Up” samples Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean”