TOP 10 TUNES
A version of this article originally appeared in the May 2008 edition of Racing Line, the McLaren Group's in-house magazine.
Music that relaxes, inspires or simply motivates the mind, they're all here in Lewis Hamilton's favourite tracks
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1. Set Adrift on Memory Bliss - PM Dawn
"I grew up on this song and started listening to it again recently – especially over the Australian Grand Prix weekend. I won that race, so this song's got good memories for me."
2. Express Yourself - Charles Wright
"A song to refresh your day. If you're on a low, it's telling you to express yourself in any way you want – jump up, be happy, enjoy the moment."
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3. Underground Kingz - UGK
"This a top driving song at the moment: a nice intro to get out my garage, the song kicks in as the door closes, then the beat comes in. It's cool."
4. Never Change - Jay-Z
"This is quite an old tune, from the Blueprint album, but right now I'm in a part of my life where this song means a lot."
5. Wanna be Startin' Somethin' 2008 - Michael Jackson
"Michael Jackson is one of the most talented musicians ever. I like the original of this song a lot, but this new remix version with Akon is really good."
6. What's Going On - Marvin Gaye
"This is an all-time favourite. We're living our lives and enjoying life, but this song is a good reminder that there are lots of people who are less fortunate than us."
7. Purple Rain - Prince
"What a tune. It's almost before my time, but my dad listened to Prince when I was growing up so I know his songs pretty well. I play the guitar and recently learned Purple Rain. It's a really great song. Very cool."
8. Changes - Tupac
"Along with Biggie Smalls, Tupac was the best rappers of all time. He saw no change in the world and everything he says in this song is just as relevant today."
9. Let's Stay Together - Al Green
"This is an absolute classic tune. I've got a couple of the Rev's albums. This song is one of his absolute best."
10. Is This Love - Bob Marley
"You couldn't have a list without Mr Marley. It's another tune I listen to before going out for a race. It's a happy one that gets you dancing."
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