Songs by Nigerian musicians, Burna Boy and Ayra Starr have been included in former President of the United States of America, Barack Obama`s 2023 summer playlist.
The 44th American leader unveiled the list via his Twitter handle on Thursday night.
“”˜Sittin` On Top Of The World` by Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer, Burna Boy featuring US-based British rapper, 21 Savage, and Ayra Starr`s ”˜Sability` were the only afrobeats songs on the playlist.
Sharing the playlist, Obama tweeted, “Like I do every year, here are some songs I`ve been listening to this summer ”” a mix of old and new. Look forward to hearing what I`ve missed.”
Tooxclusive recalls that Wizkid, Tems and Rema have made President Obama`s playlists in the past.
”˜Iron Man` of Rema`s debut EP made the 2019 Obama`s summer playlist, while Wizkid and Tems` hit song ”˜Essence` was included in the 2021 Barack Obama`s summer playlist.