Barack Obama Shares His Favorite Books, Movies, and Music of 2024

The former president's annual lists feature standout works in literature, film, and music, including selections by Kendrick Lamar, Sally Rooney, and Payal Kapadia.

Barack Obama's favorite music list includes tracks by Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, Beyoncé, and Shaboozey, with many songs overlapping with his summer playlist.
His top 10 movies of 2024 feature critically acclaimed titles like 'Dune: Part Two,' Payal Kapadia's 'All We Imagine as Light,' and Sean Baker's 'Anora.'
Obama's favorite books include Sally Rooney's 'Intermezzo,' Jonathan Haidt's 'The Anxious Generation,' and Samantha Harvey's Booker Prize-winning 'Orbital.'
Several of the selected films and books have received major award nods, with 'All We Imagine as Light' garnering international acclaim, including a Cannes Grand Prix win.
Obama continues to encourage his followers to explore these works, emphasizing support for independent bookstores and libraries.

The Hollywood Reporter