Rema, Tems only Nigerian singers in Obama’s 2024 summer playlist

Nigerian ace affobeat artistes, Divine Ikubor popularly known as Rema and Tems have become the only Nigerian singer to earn spots on Barack Obama’s highly anticipated 2024 summer playlist.

The playlist curated by the former U.S. president features a diverse mix of international and domestic artists.

Obama made this development known while announcing the playlist via his X handle.

Obama wrote; "With summer winding down, I wanted to share some songs that I’ve been listening to lately – and it wouldn’t be my playlist if it didn’t include an eclectic mix. I hope you find something new to listen to!”

The playlist includes Tems’ track “Love Me Jeje” from her debut album, showcasing her soulful style and emotional depth.

Rema’s “Yayo” from his sophomore album “HEIS” also makes the cut, having topped the charts in Greece and amassed over 60 million streams on Spotify.

Obama’s playlist also features Charli XCX’s “365,” Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em,” Tommy Richman’s “Million Dollar Baby,” “Wanna Be” by Glorilla & Megan Thee Stallion, Billie Eilish’s “CHIHIRO,” as well as classic tracks like 2Pac’s “How Do U Want It” featuring K-Ci & JoJo and Bob Dylan’s “Silvio.”

With summer winding down, I wanted to share some songs that I’ve been listening to lately – and it wouldn’t be my playlist if it didn’t include an eclectic mix. I hope you find something new to listen to! pic.twitter.com/aL400Ctpde

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 12, 2024