Given all the success and leading positions The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill has had on global charts since its release in 1998, it’s not surprising the project continues to be viewed as such a cultural touchstone. As one of the most sampled works in the history of modern music, to this day, many new singles on streaming platforms continue to draw inspiration from its timeless tracks and melodies—originally released on cassette.
At Mille, we pride ourselves on being connoisseurs of what’s worth hitting repeat on—and Lauryn Hill is forever at the top of that list. And while we’ve been patiently waiting (okay, maybe not so patiently) for her long-awaited sophomore album—a wait that’s now stretched over 25 years—we’ve found a way to keep the magic alive. Below, we’ve curated our favorite samples from her iconic debut album, offering a fresh perspective—or should we say, note—on the singles that continue to shape music history.
