As December unfurls its familiar tapestry of festivities—Christmas cheer, cozy reunions with loved ones—the moment has come once more for the eagerly awaited ritual of unveiling your personalized Spotify Wrapped. It’s that time of the year when musical revelations abound!
For the aficionados of Pandora and Apple Music, Spotify’s yearly gift is a treasure trove; a bespoke retrospective crafted just for you. A glance at the tunes that dominated your playlist, the artists that serenaded you through countless moments, and a fascinating snapshot of how your musical palate has shifted throughout the year. Attend a holiday gathering with the vibrant cohorts of Generation Z or Millennials, and you will inevitably stumble upon conversations buzzing with the phrase, “Check out my Spotify Wrapped!”
This week on the stirring edition of “Problematic Women,” we dive headfirst into the enigma of what a hypothetical American Spotify Wrapped would look like for 2024. Our voyage begins with the unveiling of the year’s most consequential political figures, flows through the currents of cultural icons, and culminates in the major happenings that shaped the narrative over the past year.
If America Had a Political ‘Spotify Wrapped,’ Who Would Be on the List?
Joe Rogan
Through the lens of “The Joe Rogan Experience,” Rogan has masterfully provided a stage for nearly every influential political figure in the 2024 election cycle. His dialogues with personalities like Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and JD Vance have drawn millions upon millions of viewers, sparking fervent discussions about pivotal election issues. The phrase “the Joe Rogan effect” has never echoed louder!
Interestingly, the campaign of vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris extended an olive branch to Rogan, offering him a one-hour interview at their camp— a proposal Rogan turned down, expressing his desire for her to join him in Austin instead. Alas, the public was left deprived of a Rogan-Harris face-off!
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
In a surprising twist earlier this year, Kennedy altered the landscape by halting his presidential pursuit to endorse Trump, finding commons ground in his “Make America Healthy Again” message. His gesture undoubtedly invigorated Trump’s appeal among independent voters, everyone’s talking about it!
Furthermore, Trump has recently appointed Kennedy to steer the Department of Health and Human Services— a development that raises eyebrows and fuels speculation about future implications in American politics.
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris
History was made in 2024, a year unlike any other! Biden mystified the nation when he exited the race after securing his party’s nomination— an unprecedented gambit. Kamala Harris, in turn, embarked on a whirlwind campaign— a mere four months, yet impactful enough to thrust crucial issues like immigration, transgender rights, and reproductive health into the national spotlight.
Donald Trump and JD Vance
Similar to Biden and Harris, Trump’s and Vance’s names spark immediate recognition in any discussion surrounding America’s political landscape. Trump, having achieved the historic feat of being the second president to serve two non-consecutive terms—while also the first Republican to do so— is emblematic of a political titan. Their campaign redefined norms, characterized by energetic podcast appearances and a deft maneuvering of social platforms to attract fervent support. Moreover, the indelible imagery of a bloodied Trump, fist raised defiantly after an assassination attempt, encapsulates that intense political theater in America.
Elon Musk
Disruption became the hallmark of Musk’s 2024— an insurgent both to the Republican and Democratic establishments. By reimagining Twitter, now baptized as X, into a bastion of free speech, and vocally supporting Trump’s campaign, he plunged headfirst into the tumult of the political arena, challenging the status quo.
Musk’s growing influence has undeniably attracted surprising segments of the electorate to the right, his earlier entrepreneurial exploits with Tesla and SpaceX having laid foundations of public intrigue long before his political pivot. One cannot overlook how this billionaire’s venture into politics has compelled his vast followers to reevaluate their ideologies.
For an immersive dive into the narrative of “America Wrapped,” make sure you watch the riveting “Problematic Women” episode above!
