Willow Smith Shares Space With Icons Billie Eilish, Tupac Shakur and More on Barack Obama’s Summer Playlist 2024

Published 08/12/2024, 11:10 PM EDT

Like father, like daughter. Will Smith's star child, Willow Smith, has emerged as a budding music titan in recent times, showcasing unique sound and style with hits like ‘Your Love’ and ‘Wait a minute!’. A two-time Emmy and MTV Video Music Award winner, she is also a mental health advocate and LGBTQ+ ally. As she climbs up the ladder, her talents have caught the attention of American heavyweights like Barack Obama, who featured her on a coveted list, holding up her status as a rising star among music connoisseurs.

Sharing the spot with other industrial bigwigs in Obama's summer playlist where Willow Smith stood out as a relatively younger artist in the star-studded lineup.

Willow Smith makes it to Barack Obama's summer favorites

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Taking to his Instagram handle, Barack Obama shared his summer favorites with the public. His top picks included Willow Smith's ‘Symptom of Life'. Also making to the list was Billie Eilish's ‘Chihiro’, Charli XCX '365', and Beyoncé's 'TEXAS HOLD'EM', showcasing his diverse musical taste. The summer playlist is an eclectic mix of contemporary hits and timeless classics, spanning genres from neo-soul to classic rock, released alongside his summer reading list.

"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," Obama wrote. "I hope you find something new to listen to," he added, introducing his list of favorites to his followers, who eagerly anticipate his annual playlists. His previous list, which consisted of many off-track music artists, made quite the wave in 2023. 

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While Willow Smith made it to the list of Obama's favorites, her knack for music has resonated with music personalities beyond the ex-President. 

Willow Smith: From a sing along to a music titan

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Willow Smith's collaborations with established stars like Camila Cabello, Machine Gun Kelly, and Travis Barker have stepped up her position as a present-day youth icon. These partnerships have not only boosted her popularity but also showcased her versatility across genres. Currently, a sought-after artist in the industry, her unique indie/rock-esque genre has captivated a wide audience.

With over 24 million monthly listeners on Spotify, Willow Smith's fanbase continues to grow. Her songs have gone viral on TikTok, making her a constant voice in everyday music trends. As her chart-topping singles gain momentum, they have helped her wash off allegations of nepotism in her career. In addition to her own efforts, she has her star-studded family at her back, propelling her to new heights.

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What are your thoughts on Willow Smith's progress to success as she earns presidential approval? Let us know how you like them in the comments below.

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Shraddha Suman

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Shraddha Das is a Content Lead and the Sub Group Head at Netflix Junkie. Captivated by the power of storytelling and the written word at a young age, which led her to pursue a career in journalism at the Esteemed KIIT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, in Orissa. She has over 1500 articles to her name.

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