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It’s ayear-end tradition!
Former PresidentBarack Obamais sharing his favorite books, movies and music of the year onhis social media channelsonce again. (And he’s got taste!)
“Art always sustains and nourishes the soul. But for me, music and storytelling felt especially urgent during this pandemic year — a way to connect even when we were cooped up,” Obama, 70,wrote on Instagram Wednesdayto kick off his 2021 list of recommendations.
Starting with books, Obama listed 13 titles and reminded followers of 11 others he recommended earlier in the year.
The former president is an avid reader, movie and music and clearly hopes to keep up with his hobbies over the holidays.
“Since these are works I have actually listened to, watched, or read, I’m sure I’ve missed some worthy stuff,” he said on Instagram. “So if you have your own recommendations to share, I’ll add them to the stack of books and movies I hope to catch up on over the holidays!”
Next up were Obama’s favorite movies of the year. “Each of these films tells a powerful story, and I hope you enjoy them as much as I did,“he said Thursdayof a list that includes 14 titles.
Stephen Spielberg’s critically adored remakeofWest Side Story,Kirsten Dunst’spraised performancein the westernThe Power of the Dog,Matt DamonandBen Affleck’s medieval dramaThe Last Duel,Pig starring Nicolas Cage, the Norwegian filmThe Worst Person in the World, the adaptation of a Haruki Murakami’s short storyDrive My CarandThe Card CounterstarringTiffany HaddishandOscar Isaacare the nominees for best picture, according to the former president.
“Spit out my spiked coffee ☕️ 🥃 I am THRILLED that @BarackObama is listening to broken horses AND so many of my buddies!!” tweeted Carlile. “Love y’all - Thank you for this and so much more@BarackObama.”
And Lizzo reacted too, writing, “Like I was saying… there’s amazing music that isn’t viral, that isn’t charting, that don’t have a TikTok trend… My music touches people— don’t believe me, ask Obama 😘❤️ Artists don’t be discouraged— make the music YOU love and believe in and the rest will follow!”
Dominican-Italian singer Yendry also shared her excitement about her inclusion, saying she didn’t “get any support” for the song, until now.
“@BarackObama included it on his list of favorite songs of 2021.. Thanks for the support bro .. Maybe you can join the next label strategy meeting!😏,” shewrote.
About his selections this year, the former president wrote, “I’ve always enjoyed listening to a wide variety of music, so it’s no surprise that I listened to a little bit of everything this year. I hope you find a new artist or song to add to your own playlist.”
Other notable artists on the list includedNas,Ms. Lauryn Hill, Courtney Barnett and Isaiah Rashad.
source: people.com
