Ananya Swaroop

<a href="https://www.mansworldindia.com/entertainment/barack-obama-doesnt-mind-if-drake-plays-him-in-his-biopic/">Former President Barack Obama </a>is back with another of his much-awaited summer roundup lists, which includes his favourite songs and book recommendations. The playlist is a mix of some expected songs, along with a few surprises, while the reading suggestions are top of the shelf.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mansworldindia.com/entertainment/music/listen-to-barack-obamas-near-perfect-summer-playlist-for-2019/">Obama’s playlist </a>, as usual, had range — from edgy rap and R&amp;B songs to some old classics, with a little alt-rock and country, as a nod to his podcast-mate, Bruce Springsteen. As for his summer reading list, it’s a combination of books on adventurous, positive and socially relevant topics.&nbsp;

Sharing the lists, he tweeted, “Every year, I get excited to share my summer playlist because I learn about so many new artists from your replies — it’s an example of how music really can bring us all together. Here’s what I’ve been listening to this summer. What songs would you add?”&nbsp;

Talking about the books, Obama tweeted, “I’ve read a couple of great books this year and wanted to share some of my favourites so far. What have you been reading this summer?”&nbsp;

While this time around, <a href="https://www.mansworldindia.com/entertainment/music/the-new-barack-obama-playlist-features-songs-from-his-presidency/">Obama&nbsp;</a> did not mention any Indian artists on his list, Prateek Kuhad did appear on his 2019 Summer playlist. His song Cold/Mess landed at the 22nd position on it. Pakistani singer Arooj Aftab also struck a chord, given that he featured Aftab’s Mohabbat in his 2021 summer playlist as well.&nbsp;(Featured Image Credits: Twitter @barackobama)

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Obama&#8217;s playlist , as usual, had range — from edgy rap and R&#038;B songs to some old classics, with a little alt-rock and country, as a nod to his podcast-mate, Bruce Springsteen