President Obama proved he's just like any other father on Monday night, by leading — in typical embarrassing dad fashion — a rousing rendition of "Happy Birthday" for daughter Malia.
Malia Obama turned 18 on July 4, and during the White House's Fourth of July party, the president took the mic onstage and declared that, as was his duty, he had to embarrass her one last time before the night was done. He may have been off-key, but when the song was over, Malia didn't seem to be too mortified, joining him onstage for a big hug. Watch the video below. Catherine Garcia
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