Barack Obama has unveiled his annual checklist of favourite books, films, and music, persevering with a practice he started throughout his time within the White Home. As 2025 involves an in depth, the previous president highlighted a various group of artists whose work stood out to him over the previous yr.

On the music aspect, Obama praised Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther,” Burna Boy and Travis Scott’s international collaboration “TATATA,” Drake’s “NOKIA,” and Likelihood the Rapper and Jamila Woods’ reflective monitor “No Extra Outdated Males.”

“As 2025 involves an in depth, I’m persevering with a practice that I began throughout my time within the White Home,” Obama wrote on-line. “I hope you discover one thing new to take pleasure in—and please ship any suggestions for me to take a look at!”

Obama’s lists stay a cultural second, usually spotlighting each chart-toppers and considerate collaborations.