Barack Obama's 2023 Playlist Unveiled: From Shakira to Beyoncé
Barack Obama generously revealed his musical preferences for
2023, providing a captivating glimpse into his favorite tunes. The carefully
curated list showcases a lineup of renowned artists, with notable mentions of
Beyoncé and Shakira. Earlier in the week, the former President had delighted
his audience by sharing his top picks for books and films in 2023.
Among Obama's favored artists for the year were Big Thief
("Vampire Empire"), Mitski ("My Love Mine All Mine"), and
the dynamic duo of Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar ("America Has a
Problem"). This 28-song compilation also boasted an eclectic mix,
featuring Indigo De Souza, Megan Thee Stallion, Burna Boy, 21 Savage, Jason
Isbell and the 400 Unit, Zach Bryan, Kacey Musgraves, Dave, Central Cee, 6lack,
Brent Faiyaz, Tems, Karol G, Shakira, Stormzy, Fredo, and more.
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, Obama shared,
"Here are some of my favorite songs from this year. Let me know if there
are any artists or songs I should check out." Eager followers promptly
chimed in, pointing out noteworthy singers and songs that hadn't found a spot
on the playlist.
Notably, Boygenius, with their captivating track "Not
Strong Enough," had secured a place on Obama's 2023 summer playlist,
adding an extra layer of diversity to his musical preferences.
This isn't the first time Barack Obama has unveiled his
musical selections; he had previously released a playlist in 2022, featuring
artists like Lizzo, Rosalía, Ari Lennox, Ethel Cain, Steve Lacy, and Omar
Apollo. Impressively, familiar names such as Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Zach
Bryan, all made a return appearance on his 2023 compilation.
As a tradition, the 44th US President consistently shares
his favorite summer songs each year. In 2023, Boygenius, Ice Spice, Luke Bryan,
Nicki Minaj, and Leonard Cohen emerged as the top picks for his seasonal jams,
adding a delightful touch to the rhythm of his musical preferences.
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