Akon is known for his polygamous lifestyle, claiming to have nine children with multiple partners.
Akon is a Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, and record producer born in 1973.
He spent a significant part of his childhood in Senegal, which he describes as his 'hometown.'
Biography
Early Life
Akon, born Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Thiam on April 16, 1973, in St. Louis, Missouri, is a Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, and record producer. He grew up in a Muslim family, with his mother being a dancer and his father a percussionist from Senegal. Akon spent a significant part of his childhood in Senegal, which he considers his "hometown." He learned to play multiple instruments, including drums and guitar, before moving to New Jersey at the age of seven. His teenage years were marked by challenges, including difficulties fitting in and a troubled youth that led him to briefly engage in criminal activities.
Music Career
Akon's music career began in high school when he joined the Refugee Camp, the extended musical family of the Fugees. His first single, "Operations of Nature," was recorded in 1996, but it did not lead to success. However, his fortunes changed when he caught the attention of music mogul Devyne Stephens, who mentored him and helped him secure a deal with SRC Records. Akon's breakthrough came in 2004 with the release of his debut album "Trouble," featuring the hit single "Locked Up." This was followed by the successful album "Konvicted," which solidified his status in the music industry. Over the years, he has released several albums, including "Freedom" and "El Negreeto," and has become known for his unique blend of contemporary R&B, hip-hop, and dance-pop.
Philanthropy and Personal Life
Beyond music, Akon is a dedicated philanthropist. In 2014, he launched Akon Lighting Africa, a project aimed at providing electricity to 15 African countries. He also founded the Konfidence Foundation to support underprivileged children in Africa. Akon is known for his polygamous lifestyle, claiming to have nine children with multiple partners. He is a devout Muslim and has expressed his views on various social issues, including his past ownership of a diamond mine and his stance on conflict diamonds. Despite his controversies, Akon remains a prominent figure in both the music industry and humanitarian efforts.
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Discography
Akonda2019
- 1.Welcome to Africa3:08
- 2.Scammers2:10
- 3.Low Key3:10
- 4.Bottom3:11
- 5.Boogie Down2:58
- 6.Take Your Place3:48
- 7.Control3:52
- 8.Kryptonite3:27
- 9.Pretty Girls3:16
- 10.Wakonda2:25
El Negreeto2019
- 1.Te quiero amar3:46
- 2.Báilame lento4:03
- 3.Cómo no3:13
- 4.Boom boom2:33
- 5.Dile3:12
- 6.Inocente3:24
- 7.Sólo tú3:42
- 8.Baila conmigo3:51
The Koncrete 22018
- 1.Weekend3:32
- 2.Honey I’m Home2:25
- 3.Self Made4:32
- 4.Survivor3:40
- 5.Conspiracy3:56
- 6.Hurt Somebody4:08
- 7.Top Chef4:40
- 8.Be More Careful3:36
- 9.Call da Police3:36
- 10.Salute 100 Y’all4:11
- 11.We On3:02
- 12.Samn Damn Time (remix)3:12
Heatwave (The Remixes)2016
- 1.Heatwave (extended version)5:25
- 2.Heatwave (Hugel remix)3:52
- 3.Heatwave (Deepend remix)5:06
- 4.Heatwave (Muzzaik remix)4:16
- 5.Heatwave (Remady remix)3:46
- 6.Heatwave (DJ Katch remix)3:20
- 7.Show Me Love (Calvo remix)4:40
Lmgr Music2015
- 1.Just Look at Me2:53
- 2.Be With You3:49
- 3.On the Block3:44
- 4.Feel Me3:41
- 5.Workkit3:45
- 6.Get Away3:01
- 7.Ride on Them3:25
- 8.Fly3:54
- 9.Keep Up3:34
- 10.Don’t Let Up4:03
- 11.Searchin’4:26
- 12.Make It in the City3:25
- 13.Eyes4:00
Still Surviving2015
- 1.Look at Me Now2:32
- 2.Keep Up3:34
- 3.You Don’t Want It2:53
- 4.Struggle Everyday4:17
- 5.Do It4:12
- 6.Gringo4:33
- 7.Souljah3:01
- 8.Get Away3:00
- 9.Senegal4:26
- 10.There’s No Sunshine2:44
- 11.Searching for Love2:31
- 12.Don’t Tease Me3:25
- 13.Ride on Em3:25
Konvict Mixtape, Vol. 12013
- 1.Intro0:18
- 2.Death Row3:33
- 3.Time is Money4:43
- 4.Real Niggas3:50
- 5.Whoa4:16
- 6.Ball fa Eva3:39
- 7.Top Chef4:39
- 8.Hustle Hard Freestyle3:01
- 9.Lock Down4:36
- 10.Story of My Life4:05
- 11.Blowing3:20
- 12.Boo Thang4:33
Koncrete, Vol. 12013
- 1.Time or Money4:46
- 2.Keep Up3:34
- 3.Give It to Em5:06
- 4.Top Chef4:39
- 5.So High4:36
- 6.Do It4:06
- 7.Searchin for Love4:26
- 8.Still a Survivor4:23
- 9.Long Gone4:13
- 10.Make It in the City3:30
Konkrete Jungle2012
- 1.Konkrete Jungle (intro)0:14
- 2.Used to Know (remix)4:34
- 3.CaShin Out (re‐remix)4:03
- 4.We On3:02
- 5.Samn Damn Time (remix)3:12
- 6.Aint Sayin Nothin2:17
- 7.Salute 100 Ya’ll4:12
- 8.Be More Careful3:36
- 9.Call da Police3:36
- 10.Throw Dat3:01
- 11.Put It on Me3:28
- 12.Slow Motion3:47
- 13.Get By3:21
The Koncrete Mixtape2012
- 1.Hurt Somebody4:09
- 2.Keep Up3:37
- 3.Honey I’m Home (Noodles mix)2:26
- 4.Top Chef4:40
- 5.Still a Survivor4:19
- 6.So High4:34
- 7.Self Made4:33
- 8.Make It in the City3:25
- 9.Do It4:03
- 10.Long Gone4:11
- 11.Weekend3:33
- 12.Survivor3:40
- 13.Searching for Love4:20
- 14.Time or Money4:43
- 15.Conspiracy3:57
Lockdown, Part 22010
- 1.Introduction Lockdown Two0:57
- 2.Changed Man4:35
- 3.Dup Hop (Snippet)0:36
- 4.The Fast Life2:54
- 5.Lockdown 22:38
- 6.Get It Skit0:53
- 7.You Could Be3:13
- 8.Herth Failure3:35
- 9.Every Corner Skit0:48
- 10.Certified4:23
- 11.Stay Breathing2:30
- 12.Certified (Remix)5:28
- 13.Outro Lockdown 20:59
- 14.On the Block3:00
In My Ghetto, Volume 22008
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Freedom Mixtape2008
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Freedom2008
- 1.Right Now (Na Na Na)4:01
- 2.Beautiful5:13
- 3.Keep You Much Longer4:21
- 4.Troublemaker3:57
- 5.We Don't Care4:16
- 6.I'm So Paid4:25
- 7.Holla Holla3:00
- 8.Against The Grain4:04
- 9.Be With You3:51
- 10.Sunny Day5:13
- 11.Birthmark4:23
- 12.Over The Edge4:27
- 13.Freedom4:14
- 14.I'm So Paid3:22
In My Ghetto2007
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A Konvicts Song2007
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It’s a Shake Down2007
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A Star Is Born2006
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Konvicted2006
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Trouble2003
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Ain’t No Peace2020
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Stadium Music EP2010
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As Cinco Melhores2007
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BEAUTIFUL DAY2026
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Gun Session2015
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- Konvict Muzik
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- Atlantic Records
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- KonLive Distribution
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- SRC Records
- Record label
- Republic Records
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- UpFront Records
- Record label
- Universal Motown Republic Group
- Record label
- BMG Rights Management
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Aliaume Damala Badara Akon Thiam, Aliaune Thiam
Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, and record producer (born 1973)
Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam, known professionally as Akon, is a Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, record producer, businessman and philanthropist. An influential figure in world music, he rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of his single "Locked Up". Styled in hip-hop, it preceded the release of his debut studio album Trouble (2004), which became his commercial breakthrough and spawned the R&B-styled follow-up, "Lonely", the following year.
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