1. Stranger Lover: Ghostland Observatory
"In my search for new music I came upon a gem - these guys. I have read that their shows are incredible and I just appreciate their all-around funk. Looking forward to seeing them live."
2. Tony: Patty Griffin
"While learning the art of crafting a song in Nashville, I came across her and her songs. She is an influential part of my story songwriting. She and Jonatha Brooke are female songwriting gold."
3. Diamond Girl: Ryan Leslie
"A woman brings a pee-imp to his knees publicly, finally. Thank you. We feel appreciated. We'll take care of you."
4. Something So Right: Paul Simon
"One of my favorite producers and leader of the Katy Perry movement, Glen Ballard, played this song for me one day on his beautiful white piano at his white studio, The High Window, and the lyrics resonated with me. Sometimes it is hard to get used to something so right. Girls have a lot of layers to get through sometimes. And Paul Simon is the greatest."
5. The First Single (You Know Me): The Format
"I remember when I first heard this song - it's pure pop, and it will make you clap your hands even if you don't have any. Watch, you'll clap."
6. Killer Queen: Queen
"The reason I do music is because of Freddie Mercury. His lyrics and his presence cannot and will not be beat. You go, Freddie. RIP."
7. Hawaii: Mieko
"This is a beautiful, eerie song. It has made me cry and long for my love."
8. Why: Carly Simon
"I would love to cover this song one day. It's got such a GREAT groove."
9. Handle Me: Robyn
"She speaks the truth in this song. I am so happy for her and her record, and she deserves all the respect and success."
10. Shutup & Let Me Go: The Ting Tings
"Best record of '08. Can't vote for myself as that is cheating."