Categories
- Interpolation
In popular music, interpolation (also called a replayed sample) refers to using a melody—or portions of a melody (often with modified lyrics)—from a previously recorded song but re-recording the melody instead of directly sampling it.
- Lyrical Nods
Songs that nod to another song’s lyrics—quoting or riffing on the words, but without borrowing any of its melody.
- Meta Medleys
Songs built around a dense string of references to other songs and artists, often stacking dozens of titles, lyrics, or namechecks into a single medley-style verse or chorus.
- Mo’s Corner
Songs submitted by friend of the pod and contributor at large Maurice Reeves.
- Namechecks
Songs that namecheck other artists, songs, or albums by name — a passing mention rather than a direct lyrical quote or melodic interpolation.
- Self-Referential
Songs that reference themselves — quoting their own lyrics, namechecking their own title, or having the artist call out their own name within the song.