Pumped and ready, 23-year-old climber Emily Harrington sets out March 30 for a North Face-sponsored climbing expedition in Turkey.
While training, she hangs out on the rock, and rocks out to an edgy playlist. Her top five songs—and why she tunes in. – As told to Molly Rettig
1. Troublemaker
Freedom, Akon & Sweet Rush
“I love Akon and it helps me get psyched.”
2. Finally Moving
Taking Up Your Precious Time, Pretty Lights
“This song relaxes me and reminds me of my trip to Venezuela.”
3. TiK ToK
Animal, Ke$ha
“I can’t get it out of my head.”
4. I’m Me
The Leak, Lil’ Wayne
“For when I need a confidence boost.”
5. Pokerface
The Fame, Lady Gaga
“It makes me want to run faster and try harder.”
6. Drown in the Now
Drown in the Now, The Crystal Method
“The tempo is great for training and running.”
7. Fiery Crash
Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew Bird
“It’s on the mellow side. I like the lyrics, too.”
8. Nantes
The Flying Club Cup, Beirut
“Unique beats and lyrics. It’s good for lying in bed and thinking.”
9. Trespasser in the Stereo Field
The Fun of Watching Fireworks, American Analogue Set
“Mellow and relaxing. Morning pre-coffee music.”
10. How We Do
Filling up the City Skies, Pretty Lights
“Upbeat and energetic for those times when I need to feel amped.”
