On Friday we lost iconic three-time world heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali at 74 from a respiratory issue. Regarded as one of the most significant and celebrated sporting figures of the 20th century, Ali was famous for his mantra, "float like a butterfly, sting like a bee."

Boxing is how Ali initially gained fame, but his impact was felt outside the sports world as he became a hero to people who never even saw him box. He took on a new name to gain distance from his slave name, he opposed American involvement in the Vietnam War and he put his athletic career on hold for years in the name of social consciousness.

If you could choose a song for Muhammad Ali - what would it be about? Would it be about heroes? Would it be about butterflies, or bees, or strength, or inspiration? Help us decide as we put together 30 minutes of songs for the man who might just be the single most important sports icon of our lifetime.

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear in honor of Muhammad Ali?

Songs played

Say It Loud I'm Black and I'm Proud, Pt. 1 - James Brown
Muhammad Ali in his own words
Mama Said Knock You Out - LL Cool J
The Greatest - Cat Power
Truth - Johnny Cash
Muhammad Ali - I am The Greatest - Gorilla Productions
Fight the Power - Public Enemy
Muhammad Ali - Black Superman
Heroes - David Bowie

Do you deserve a Coffee Break? We at Oake & Riley think you do, and we want to bring coffee and treats from Black Coffee and Waffle Bar to your workplace. Let us know why you'd like a Coffee Break - or request your own idea for a future topic.