The Samples Behind Kanye West’s ‘Graduation’

Wednesday, June 8, 2016

The Samples Behind Kanye West’s ‘Graduation’

Power 106’s Vin Rican has returned with a new installment of Wax Only, this time looking at Kanye West‘s Graduation album for the rapper’s 39th birthday. In the episode, Vinny showcases nine songs from the album and some of the samples behind them. Watch the video above, which includes classics like “Stronger” and “Good Life.”

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