Former President Barack Obama has long been known for his impressive taste in both books and music, and he continues to share his favorites with the public every year. He often gives seasonal updates, and this time, he revealed the songs and artists that have been part of his Summer rotation.
Obama’s playlist shows just how diverse his musical preferences are. From hip-hop and R&B to funk, classic rock, and pop, his selections cover a wide range of genres. While some of the artists featured may not come as a surprise, a few picks might catch listeners’ attention.
The playlist includes tracks from artists such as Drake, Future, and Molly Santana’s “Ran To Atlanta,” along with Vince Staples’ “White Flag.” Other notable names featured on the list include Doechii, SZA, Noah Kahan, The Strokes, Kelela, Earth, Wind & Fire, The Police, David Bowie, and A Tribe Called Quest.
While President Obama may not consider himself a music tastemaker, there’s no denying that he has delivered some impressive selections over the years. His picks for this Summer are no exception, and he deserves credit for continuing the tradition of sharing his favorite tracks.
Unlike some other presidents, many artists have been hesitant to have their music linked to the Commander in Chief. This has happened frequently with Donald Trump, who has often used popular songs at events before artists publicly object and ask him to stop.
With President Obama, however, the relationship appears to be different, with a sense of admiration and mutual respect existing between him and many artists.
