This is a big topic. And it's going to be a challenge to narrow it down for today's set of music. But -- have you submitted your Top 10 Essential Songs yet?

We'll compile everyone's lists and then count down your 893 Essential Songs during our spring member drive in May. It's another way we like to make sure your voice and your music choices are reflected in our playlist -- so don't delay; send us your top 10.

You have until Monday to mull them over. If you have submitted them, share your lists below in the comments.

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what are your most essential songs?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

Have an idea for a Coffee Break topic? Submit your idea for a future theme and browse past Coffee Breaks in our archive. Or, when you register for a Minnesota Public Radio account, you can send requests via Alexa, too Just say "Alexa, ask The Current to play Song by Artist" e.g. "Alexa, ask The Current to play Left of the Dial by The Replacements."

Songs played

Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here
Grimes - Flesh Without Blood
Michael Jackson - Rock With You
Soul Coughing - Screenwriter's Blues
Sergio Mendes and Brasil '66 - Chove Chuva
Car Seat Headrest - Drunk Drivers
Bill Withers - Lovely Day