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The Internet is vibing to Barack Obama's playlist for his memoir, 'A Promised Land'

"Music has always played an important role in my life — and that was especially true during my presidency."

This photo provided by Random House shows the cover of “A Promised Land." The first volume of former President Barack Obama’s memoir is coming out Nov. 17, two weeks after Election Day.  (Pari Dukovic/Random House via AP)

The cover of A Promised Land. Source: Random House

To coincide with the release of his memoir "A Promised Land" former US President Barack Obama released a playlist of his favourite songs and consensus on social media seems to be that he has good taste.

"Music has always played an important role in my life — and that was especially true during my presidency," he tweeted. "In honor of my book hitting shelves tomorrow, I put together this playlist featuring some memorable songs from my administration. Hope you enjoy it."

No, "WAP" didn't make the list, but there were a few surprises in there to keep everyone on their toes, including Eminem's hit "Lose Yourself".
Being on the list was a clear honour and even Nancy Sinatra thanked the former president for including her legendary father Frank Sinatra on the list.
The list wouldn't be complete without a shout out to his wife, with the song "Michelle" by The Beatles being included.
Of course one list couldn't please everybody and some, including famous author Stephen King, noted that there were a few artists that should've made it on the list.
But all in all the list seems to have pleased a great many people.

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