Barack Obama Shares His Favorite Music, Movies, Books of 2022: 'What Did I Miss?'

Mar. 15, 2025

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Santa Claus' list is usually the only one you’d want to be on this time of the year — with the exception ofBarack Obama’s annual round-up!

The 44th president, 61, has once again shared his end-of-the-year list of his favorite films, books, and songs, featuring everything from rising indie stars, to blockbuster flicks, to his wifeMichelle’s latest memoir.

In three separate posts, Obama promised he organized lists of “great movies,” “great songs” and “books I enjoyed,” and he didn’t disappoint.

When it comes to music, Obama featured some major tracks, includingKendrick Lamar’s Grammy-nominated “The Heart Part 5,“Beyoncé’s mega-hit “Break My Soul,” SZA’s fan-favorite “Shirt,” “About Damn Time” from Lizzo andBad Bunny’s “Tití Me Preguntó.”

But of course, he made sure to toss in some curveballs. Now, the world knows Obama listened toSteve Lacy’sGemini Rights, the latest single from Nx Worries featuring H.E.R. and evennewcomer Omar Apollo— who reacted as anyone would on Twitter,blasting the timeline with heart-smile emojis.

“Did not have a former president including my anti-war, anti-patriotism fake pop song on his year end list on my 2022 bingo,” shejoked on Twitter.

On his movie list, Obama included big titles such asThe Fabelmans, Everything Everywhere All At OnceandTop Gun: Maverick— while also opting for a few more under-the-radar choices.

“No words 🤯🤯🤯,” Plaza wrote, sharing a screenshot ofObama’s list on Instagram.

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“A huge thank you to each and every one of you who’s taken the time to readThe Light We Carry,” the former first ladywrote on Twitterearlier in the week. “I’ve read so many of your thoughtful reflections and smiled at your photos with family and friends during my book tour. Keep tagging me using #TheLightWeCarry so I can see even more! ❤️”

At the end of each of his tweets, the former president asked his followers if he missed anything or if they had any added recommendations — so time will tell what he gushes over in 2023!

source: people.com