What’s on Marco’s playlist? Rubio gushes over electronic music and Tupac

Published August 11, 2026 8:18pm ET



Secretary of State Marco Rubio‘s playlists consist of the thumping beats of electronic dance music and what he calls late rapper Tupac’s “narrative” style while straying away from country’s heartfelt ballads.

Rubio revealed his preferred genres during an appearance on The Katie Miller Podcast, hosted by White House deputy chief of staff for policy Stephen Miller’s wife, released on Tuesday. The secretary of state appeared alongside his wife, Jeanette Rubio, and discussed various topics, including what type of music he listens to.

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