Barack Obama dropped his list of favorite music from 2024 on his social media, and his top picks include songs of Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish and Beyonce.
The list features 25 songs including “Squabble Up” by Lamar and “Lunch” by Eilish. From Hip Hop and Rock to Jazz and Indie, the songs belong to different genres, which resonated with many followers.
The former US President's list is highly anticipated among fans and followers every year, and he uploaded his choices for 2024 on December 21. He wrote,
“Here are my favorite songs from this year! Check them out if you’re looking to shake up your playlist – and let me know if there’s a song or artist I should make sure to listen to.”
Artists like Rema, Shaboozey, Asake & Travis Scott also made it to Obama's music list of 2024.
The post follows his ongoing tradition that involves sharing seasonal playlists, books and movies. In another post on X, Obama wrote,
“I always look forward to sharing my annual list of favorite books, movies, and music. Today I’ll start by sharing some of the books that have stuck with me long after I finished reading them.”
He encouraged his fans to read and asked them to check out the titles in their nearby stores. “Check them out this holiday season, preferably at an independent bookstore or library!” The former President added.
Barack Obama’s post on his annual music playlist garnered significant attention from the fans. The post received over 151K likes and 21K shares.
How do fans react to Barack Obama’s favorite music list of 2024?
Overall, however, netizens have given mixed reactions to Barack Obama’s favorite music list of the year.
“he searched up “top songs from 2024” and called it a day.” One user wrote on X.
“Obama sabi Asake. I love it so much! Music will take you places.” Another commented.
“You should have at least one Kenyan song on your list every year. At best, Ajawa, to serenade Mama Malia. If it wasn't for a Luo Man from Kogelo, you wouldn't exist. A tree might be indifferent to its roots but it can't cut them. They're its foundation. Try Sauti Sol, Indah,” Another user recommended.
“Nice music list President Obama. I think @Spotify should make a playlist of your 2024 year songs.” A user added.
“4 Nigerians made it to the list......... kudos to you guys.” Another exclaimed.
“A list of songs I will never listen to. Thanks!” One person wrote.
What do Barack Obama’s other recommendations include?
Besides music, Barack Obama released two other lists — of his favorite movies and books in 2024.
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He released a list of 10 favorite movies of the year, which includes Dune: Part Two, A Complete Unknown, The Promised Land, The Piano Lesson and Conclave.
His list of favorite books of this year include Someone Like Us by Dinaw Mengestu, The Anthropologists by Ayşegül Savaş, Orbital by Samantha Harvey, Intermezzo by Sally Rooney among others.
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