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Burna Boy, Olamide makes Obama’s favourite songs playlist for 2025
Former United States President Barack Obama has released his annual list of favourite books, films and songs, a tradition he has kept since his time in the White House.
The list, shared on Thursday, includes Nigerian Afrobeats stars Burna Boy and Olamide among the music picks for 2025, drawing attention once again to the growing global influence of Nigerian artists.
Announcing the release on his X handle, Obama said he was continuing a yearly practice of sharing the things he enjoyed over the past year. “As 2025 comes to a close, I’m continuing a tradition that I started during my time in the White House: sharing my annual lists of favorite books, movies, and music. I hope you find something new to enjoy,” he wrote.
Obama highlighted Burna Boy’s ‘Tatata’ featuring Travis Scott, as well as Olamide’s ’99’ featuring Daecolm, Seyi Vibez, Asake and Young Jonn as some of his favourite songs of the year.
Also included is ‘Not In Surrender’ by British-Nigerian singer Obongjayar, further underscoring the global reach of African music.
Several international stars made the list as well, including Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Lady Gaga, Gunna and Canadian rapper Drake.
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