låtlista

Låtlista is a Swedish term that translates roughly to a list of songs. It refers to a curated sequence of musical tracks compiled for a specific purpose, such as private listening, broadcast programming, a live performance, or a DJ set.

The word combines låt, meaning song, with lista, meaning list. In everyday Swedish usage, låtlista can describe a playlist on a streaming service or a formal program schedule in radio or television. In a live music context, the comparable concept is often called a setlist, which is the planned order of songs for a concert.

In radio and broadcast contexts, a låtlista is the official rotation or schedule of songs to be played. It may be produced by program directors and reflect licensing agreements, audience demand, and time constraints. Metadata commonly accompanies a låtlista, including artist name, song title, duration, and release year, to aid scheduling and reporting.

On streaming platforms, låtlista is frequently used to describe user-created or algorithmically generated playlists. Such lists can be public or private and are organized around themes, moods, genres, eras, or activities. The arrangement of tracks influences listening flow, pacing, and transitions.

In live music, a låtlista or setlist guides performers through the evening and helps manage energy, pacing, and encore decisions. Curators consider tempo, key, and audience response when selecting the order of pieces. Rights and licensing considerations also shape what can be performed and how it is presented.