Spotify Tries to Lure Barack Obama to Job as “President of Playlists”

We live in a liberal bubble, which is more apparent now than ever. But fret not: you and your friends (including your virtual ones right here at MetalSucks!) aren’t the only ones sweating Obama’s waning tenure as President of the free world. Spotify — a Sweden-based company — has you backed!

The music streaming leader has posted an official job opening on its website, and while their target candidate isn’t specified by name there’s really only one person qualified for the position, which they’ve suggestively titled “President of Playlists.” Mr. Obama, of course, has the necessary on-the-job experience: he curated “The President’s Summer Playlist” last year. Here are some of the other qualifications:

• Have at least eight years experience running a highly-regarded nation.
• Familiar with the Spotify platform, with experience in programming playlists at a federal level. Anything from an eclectic summer playlist, to a celebratory, “I just found my birth certificate” playlist.
• Have good relationships with a wide range of artists and musicians. Ever had Kendrick Lamar play at your birthday bash? We’d love to hear about it!
• Can speak passionately about playlists at press events. Let us be clear, you should be nothing short of one of the greatest speakers of all time.
• A keen attention to detail and consistency. Able to work closely with other departments, so playlists can hold up to public scrutiny.
  Someone with good team spirit, excellent work ethic, a friendly and warm attitude, and a Nobel Peace Prize.

While Obama’s 2016 summer playlist didn’t have any metal on it — the Rolling Stones are probably the closest thing to heavy on there — we’d like to think he’s the kinda fellow that may enjoy sparking a doob to some Sabbath once he leaves office. If the world’s going to hell in a hand basket, may as well go out high.

[via Loudwire]