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In a candid interview with The Atlantic Magazine, President Barack Obama opened up about his musical taste and hip-hop preferences.

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When the reporter asked President Obama his choice between best friends Jay-Z or Kanye WestPresident Obama smiled and answered “Jay-Z.”

President Obama didn’t leave Kanye in the dust; he goes on to say: 

“I like Kanye. He’s a Chicago guy. Smart. He’s very talented.” 

When asked if he still think Kanye’s a “jackass,” President Obama smiled and replied, “He is a jackass…but he’s talented.” 

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After making his statement, President Obama light-heartedly winked at the reporter and quickly gets back to taking pictures with his supporters. 

Everyone can agree, Kanye is the most likeable “jackass” of all time … of all time! And GlobalGrind means that in the nicest way possible. 

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