Barack Obama's Favourite Songs of 2018
Fire Up Your Spotify Queue, Because Barack Obama Just Revealed His Favourite Songs of 2018
If you're looking for a great playlist to listen to as you dance your way into the new year, Barack Obama has you covered. On Friday, the former president shared his annual year-end list of favourite songs, books, and movies via Instagram. And, if there's anything that the lists prove, it's that Obama has an impeccable (and eclectic) appreciation for the arts.
"As 2018 draws to a close, I'm continuing a favourite tradition of mine and sharing my year-end lists," Obama captioned the post. "It gives me a moment to pause and reflect on the year through the books, movies, and music that I found most thought-provoking, inspiring, or just plain loved. It also gives me a chance to highlight talented authors, artists, and storytellers – some who are household names and others who you may not have heard of before. Swipe through to see my best of 2018 list – I hope you enjoy reading, watching, and listening."
While some of his top films include Black Panther, Won't You Be My Neighbour?, and Annihilation, his best-loved book is an obvious winner. As for his favourite songs of 2018? Look ahead to see which tunes made the list!
1 "APESH*T" by The Carters
2 "Bad Bad News" by Leon Bridges
3 "Could've Been" by H.E.R. feat. Bryson Tiller
4 "Disco Yes" by Tom Misch feat. Poppy Ajudha
5 "Ekombe" by Jupiter & Okwess
6 "Every Time I Hear That Song" by Brandi Carlile
7 "Girl Goin' Nowhere" by Ashley McBryde
8 "Historia De Un Amor" by Tonina feat. Javier Limón and Tali Rubinstein
9 "I Like It" by Cardi B feat. Bad Bunny and J Balvin
10 "Kevin's Heart" by J. Cole
11 "King For A Day" by Anderson East
12 "Love Lies" by Khalid and Normani
13 "Make Me Feel" by Janelle Monáe
14 "Mary Don't You Weep (Piano & A Microphone 1983 Version)" by Prince
15 "My Own Thing" by Chance the Rapper feat. Joey Purp
16 "Need A Little Time" by Courtney Barnett
17 "Nina Cried Power" by Hozier feat. Mavis Staples
18 "Nterini" by Fatoumata Diawara
19 "One Trick Ponies" by Kurt Vile
20 "Turnin Me Up" by BJ the Chicago Kid
21 "Wait by the River" by Lord Huron
22 "Wow Freestyle" by Jay Rock feat. Kendrick Lamar
