Former President Barack Obama Returns With His Summer Playlist
By: Joshua Martin
The two-term POTUS has returned with another playlist of his summer favorites and this time he is boasting about his “eclectic” taste. On Monday (August 12th), the former president shared his “2024 Summer Playlist” on the popular social media site X.
With summer winding down, I wanted to share some songs that I’ve been listening to lately – and it wouldn’t be my playlist if it didn’t include an eclectic mix. I hope you find something new to listen to! pic.twitter.com/aL400Ctpde
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 12, 2024
English singer Charlie XCX, Rapper Tommy Richman and South African songstress Tyla are a few of the standout favorites that made Obama’s rotation this year. Along with a few familiar favorites from Bob Marley, Dr. Dre, 2Pac, Sting, Beyonce, Etta James, The Rolling Stones, The Supremes, and Digable Planets, among others.
Also making an appearance were Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, H.E.R., Tems, Willow, Cleo Soul, GloRilla, Saweetie, Megan Thee Stallion, Gunna, and Moneybagg Yo.
American singer-songwriter Shaboozey shared his excitement on “X” after he learned that his hit song “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” made Obama’s annual list.
My man 🇺🇸🫡 https://t.co/c4YUdobe21
— Shaboozey (@ShaboozeysJeans) August 12, 2024
Obama’s 2023 Summer Playlist included artists such as Babyface Ray, JaNelle Monae, Money Man, Ayra Star, Marvin Gaye, Bob Dylan, and others. In an interview last year with comedic host Hasan Minhaj, Barack shared that his music taste is his and his alone.
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