From her releases on PC Music to her full-on live shows, the Swedish singer and songwriter Namasenda has been a factor in the past half-decade of forward-thinking pop music. Ahead of her forthcoming release, Limbo, which comes out May 8th on YEAR0001, we asked the artist about some of her favorite songs for hyper-specific situations. Read it, and listen to her newest single “Miami Crest," all below.

Best song by a Swedish artist?

“With Every Heartbeat” by Kleerup and Robyn

It’s one of those songs that has followed me through life and it’s as good today as it was when I first heard it on the radio as a kid. It moved me deeply. I hope that I one day make a song that has that kind of impact on someone.

Best song that makes you want to make music?

“Such Great Heights” by The Postal Service

Specifically the intro. The intro has really stuck with me always.

Best song to listen to when you are getting ready to go out on the town?

“Act Up” by City Girls 

I will never ever ever (!!!) get tired of this song, it lightens my mood no matter what.

Best song for jumping up and down?

“Be the Girl!” by Hemlocke Springs 

I was jumping to it at home just the other day. The part at 4:07 really gets me riled up. She’s so genuine and colorful, love her!

Best song that reminds you of living in Los Angeles?

“Pop That” by French Montana (Feat. Rick Ross, Drake and Lil Wayne)

I’m sorry but I ran that song to the fucking ground.

Best song that reminds you of living in London?

“Swim Good” by Frank Ocean

I remember listening to “Swim Good” by Frank Ocean. I still do. I come back to his music a lot and I wonder what he’s working on right now.

Best song from an action movie soundtrack?

Kill Bill Whistle Song  

I have no idea who made it but it’s iconic obviously.

Best song from a video game soundtrack?

“Finish Him” by Namasenda

I don’t play video games, but my song “Finish Him” was in Fortnite once so I guess.

Best song to listen to in space?

“Chrome Country” by Oneothrix Point Never

It's one of two songs that I hold very close to heart. I feel like it's perfect for both weddings and funerals and not a lot of songs can do that. I think it's my favorite song actually.