Burna Boy, Olamide, others make Obama’s favourite music of 2025 – Daily Post Nigeria

Two men with dreadlocks and sunglasses—one standing against a dark background, the other seated with hands clasped before an orange backdrop—channel Olamide and Burna Boy, icons often found on Obama's favourite music playlists.

Former United States President Barack Obama has released his annual lists of favourite books, movies, and music.

Obama released the lists on Thursday, and songs by Nigerian Afrobeats stars Burna Boy and Olamide made the cut for the music list.

The former US President named Burna Boy’s Tatata featuring Travis Scott, and Olamide’s 99 featuring Daecolm, Seyi Vibez, Asake, and Young John among his favourite music of 2025.

Not In Surrender by British-Nigerian singer Obongjayar also made the list.

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