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Coffee Break: Hidden Talents

by Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala

May 19, 2025

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell juggles tennis balls during an NFL football team practice in Eagan, Minn., Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022.
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell juggles tennis balls during an NFL football team practice in Eagan, Minn., Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022.Abbie Parr | AP

The season has barely changed, and while we’re enjoying the present, we are also looking forward to the Minnesota State Fair! In addition to the food and the rides, one of the highlights is the Amateur Talent Contests happening in July – and registration for auditions is open now.

Thinking about all the performers also got us wondering about our favorite musicians and what gifts they might have in addition to music. Today, let’s craft a playlist full of artists with hidden talents.

So for today’ s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from musicians with an unexpected skill would you like to hear?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played

Faye Webster feat. Lil Yachty- Lego Ring
Jack White- That's How I'm Feeling
Queen- Crazy Little Thing Called Love
Lily Allen- LDN
Little Man- 11:11
Red Hot Chili Peppers- Higher Ground
Charley Pride- Kiss An Angel Good Morning
The Shins- Kissing the Lipless

Coffee Break: Hidden Talents