Obama Praises Charli XCX on Podcast

Former President Barack Obama has publicly endorsed Charli XCX's music, particularly her album 'Brat', which features the track '365' included on his annual summer playlist. During an appearance on the 'I’ve Had It' podcast, Obama asserted, 'Charli XCX, she knows what she’s doing,' while addressing skepticism about his music choices. Charli XCX's recent tweet, 'Kamala IS brat,' supporting Vice President Kamala Harris has also connected her music to political discourse, despite her claims that she does not intend for her art to be political. She expressed surprise at the media attention her comments received, asserting that her music is more about personal expression than political endorsement. Obama also discussed his appreciation for voter registration and shared light-hearted remarks about his favorite snack and his tan suit controversy. His comments reflect a blending of pop culture and politics, showcasing how artists like XCX are inadvertently influencing political conversations.