Composer Ludwig Göransson has worked with "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" writer-director Ryan Coogler for over a decade. Göransson's work on the first "Black Panther" film earned him an Oscar and a Grammy, and if you've watched "The Mandalorian," you've heard his work as well. Coogler also credits Göransson with getting Rihanna on board for the song "Lift Me Up," which he co-wrote and produced.

I had the chance to talk with Göransson about his work on "Wakanda Forever," where he worked across multiple continents to create the score, including the music that goes with the introduction of Namor and the underwater city of Talokan. Read on for our spoiler-free discussion.

'It Was So Inspiring To Hear All These Sounds That I Never Heard Before'

This interview has been lightly edited for clarity and brevity.

In "Wakanda Forever," we're introduced to Talokan, the place where Namor's people live. I know you've...