Miiesha digs deep when writing her own songs. The Anangu and Torres Strait Islander singer-songwriter’s music draws on soul, R&B, and gospel sounds, with lyrics that tell personal, engaging, emotional stories. Her musical influences range from First Nations contemporaries such as The Kid LAROI to R&B luminaries like Jazmine Sullivan and country icons like The Judds—sure, her music might not sound country-tinged, but the evocative storytelling, a staple of the genre, laid the groundwork for many of her own songs. Explore her handpicked playlist here and read on for more about her favorite tracks. The Kid LAROI, “SELFISH” “It’s proper deadly to see an Aboriginal artist killing it overseas. I love every song on his mixtape. I’d love to do a song together one day.” Aaron Neville, “The Grand Tour” “Anyone who knows Aboriginal communities knows how we go mad for country music. We all grew up listening to it and it always makes us homesick. I think for me, it’s the storytelling in country songs.” Jacquees, “Who’s” “I have been a massive Jacquees fan for ages. I just love his voice and his vibe puts me in my feels.” Brooks & Dunn, “Neon Moon” “This song is a classic. I did my own spin on it for the [2020] Deadly Hearts compilation and a lot of community joined in to make the choir.” Tems, “Free Mind” “This song just needs to be heard, it’s such a vibe.” Common Kings, “Alcoholic” “This song is a huge vibe in Woorabinda. It always seems to come on at the party towards the end of the night, or even better, if someone’s got a guitar there and we sing along.” Jazmine Sullivan, “Pick Up Your Feelings” “Jazmine is incredible, those runs and just her whole vibe is crazy. Don’t know how she does it.” The Judds, “Mama He’s Crazy” “Another classic old country song, it reminds me of my nan and the Elders.”