At first glance,Bruce Springsteen and Barack Obamaare an unexpected pairing.
One has spent his life in recording studios, the other in politics.
That being said, Springsteen and Obama have managed to maintain a friendship for well over a decade.
And, like any reasonable pair of adult male pals, they even decided to record a podcast together.
As the former president and award-winning recording artist recount intheir first episode, they met in 2008.
A long-time Democrat, Springsteen used his musical talents to support the Obama-Biden campaign.
At first, Obama saw Springsteen as surprisingly “lowkey” and “maybe a little bit shy.”
According to the former president, First Lady Michelle Obama wholeheartedly supported their friendship.
She encouraged them to spend more time together.
Their partners, Michelle Obama andPatti Scialfa, are also close.
In other words, it’s the ideal scenario for a double date.
Steven Spielberg’s wife, Kate Capshaw, also joined in on the fun.
Michelle Obama was excited to share the moment with fans onInstagram, writing, “When in Barcelona .
Had so much fun on stage with @Springsteen, Patti, and Kate!”
Allegedly, it’s what made his years-long connection with “The Boss” possible.
“The president is a funny and an easy guy to be around.
However, these aren’t the only things they have in common not by a long shot.
Both men have extraordinary amounts of influence, with millions upon millions ofInstagramfollowers andSpotifystreams.
In 2016, Barack Obama presented Springsteen with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, perABC News.
