Top 10 songs former US President Barack Obama thinks were the best hit in 2017
Barack Obama is continuing with his tradition of naming his favorite songs of the year. The former US President listed songs he thinks were the best in 2017.
Obama started a tradition of sharing his reading lists and playlists during his presidency. The retired President routinely invited artists to White House to spend quality time with them.
“During my presidency, I started a tradition of sharing my reading lists and playlists. It was a nice way to reflect on the works that resonated with me and lift up authors and artists from around the world. With some extra time on my hands this year to catch up, I wanted to share the books and music that I enjoyed most. From songs that got me moving to stories that inspired me, here’s my 2017 list — I hope you enjoy it and have a happy and healthy New Year,” wrote Barack Obama in part on Facebook.
Jay-Z in the mix
Obama named his favorite rappers years ago. Jay Z, Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar, Chance the Rapper, and Drake are the rappers Obama likes the most.
No wonder Jay-Z and Kendrick Lamar’s songs featured in Obama’s list of favorite songs in 2017. Below is the complete list of Barack Obama’s favorite songs in 2017:
My favorite songs of 2017:
Mi Gente by J Balvin & Willy William
Havana by Camila Cabello (feat. Young Thug)
Blessed by Daniel Caesar
The Joke by Brandi Carlile
First World Problems by Chance The Rapper (feat. Daniel Caesar)
Rise Up by Andra Day
Wild Thoughts by DJ Khaled (feat. Rihanna and Bryson Tiller)
Family Feud by Jay-Z (feat. Beyoncé)
Humble by Kendrick Lamar
La Dame et Ses Valises by Les Amazones d’Afrique (feat. Nneka)
Unforgettable by French Montana (feat. Swae Lee)
The System Only Dreams in Total Darkness by The National
Chanel by Frank Ocean
Feel It Still by Portugal. The Man
Butterfly Effect by Travis Scott
Matter of Time by Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings
Little Bit by Mavis Staples
Millionaire by Chris Stapleton
Sign of the Times by Harry Styles
Broken Clocks by SZA
Ordinary Love (Extraordinary Mix) by U2
*Bonus: Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen (not out yet, but the blues version in his Broadway show is the best!)
