Inspired by Kenny Rogers' 80th birthday and his signature song "The Gambler", we are wondering - what songs do you want to hear for today's 9:30 Coffee Break that are centered around one person and their profession?

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

Simon and Garfunkel - The Boxer
St. Vincent - Actor Out Of Work
Charlie Dore - Pilot of the Airwaves
Pixies - Alec Eiffel
The Bird And The Bee - Diamond Dave
Curtis Mayfield - Pusherman
The Beatles - Lovely Rita
Johnny Rivers - Secret Agent Man