Watch Yaeji go from a sewing machine sample to a full track in Ableton Live

Yaeji is a DJ, producer, and vocalist whose music seamlessly moves between club culture and introspective pop.

Known for hits like “Raingurl,” “booboo,” and “For Granted,” Yaeji has been featured on Charli xcx’s 2019 album, produced remixes for Dua Lipa and Robyn, collaborated with the beloved Seoul-based polymath OHHYUK, sold out multiple headlining worldwide tours, and launched her bespoke lifestyle website JI-MART.

In the video above, Yaeji gives music creators a glimpse into her production process by making a track from scratch in Ableton Live. Watch as she starts with a sample of her sewing machine, and then builds on it with tools like XO, Omnisphere, and the Splice x Ableton integration. Once she establishes an instrumental foundation, she rounds out her track with her signature soft-spoken but energetic vocals. Throughout the entire process, she emphasizes the importance of exploring new workflows, embracing happy accidents, and having fun in the moment.

For more from Yaeji, be sure to also check out her studio tour, as well as our in-depth interview with her where he discusses With A Hammer, healing trauma through music, her favorite video games, and more:

And there you have it! What was your favorite part of Yaeji’s production session? Who else would you like to see us feature next? Let us know in the comments section of the video, and subscribe to the Splice YouTube channel for more artist-led sessions, tutorials, and insights.

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May 27, 2026

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Harrison Shimazu

Harrison Shimazu is a composer, content strategist, and writer who’s passionate about democratizing music creation and education. He leads the Splice blog and produces vocaloid music as Namaboku.