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Former President Obama posted online Saturday his favorite songs of 2020.

The big picture: It's become an annual tradition for Obama to release a playlist of his top songs of the year, along with his favorite books.

Obama shares his favorite songs of 2020, with help from Sasha

"I hope you find a new song or two to listen to."

 Former U.S. President Barack Obama speaks during a drive-in campaign rally for Joe Biden at Northwestern High School on October 31, 2020 in Flint, Michigan.

Former President Obama during an October rally for Joe Biden at in Flint, Michigan. Photo: Drew Angerer/Getty Images

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