He is one of the most famous artists on the world stage for the time being. He is a talented singer, songwriter and producer at the same time. His single "Lonely" and album "Trouble" have exploded the UK. His talent’s product hit the chart of the best selling albums across Europe in recent months.
His name is Akon.
His prodigious debut single under the title "Locked up" was acclaimed, and it still earns imposing numbers around the world, getting a top 5 single in the UK, winning the third place in French charts as well as many other national charts in many areas across Europe. The opening single from "Trouble" became a smash in the US and was a tremendous hit on the rhythm-and-blues and hip-hop charts.
Such countries as Germany, Denmark, France, the UK certainly, Spain and many, many others witnessed monumental performances by Akon. Akon couldn’t ignore his neck of the woods and gave a splendid show in Dakar, Senegal.
No wonder, Akon, this authentic artist, became a singer. It was presupposed by his origin - a boy whose father was a legendary musician Mor Thiam was destined to sing. Being accustomed to feel almost any kind of music, Akon as a genuine musician hates to be limited. Though he has had a bent for hip-hop since he was s teenager, now his style of singing can be characterized as a well-blended mix of hip-hop and R&B. Brian McKnight, Styles P, Baby Bash, Jesse McCartney, Bobby Vinton - all of them made perfect duos with Akon which resulted in fantastic yield.
It will be wrong to say that the Akon’s career was absolutely smooth.
The first single "Bananza" was brought out in 2003, but it was almost unheeded. As a result the release was left until summer 2004.
But there was no second bobble. The single "Locked Up" featuring Styles P. rushed up to the top tens of the charts by the end of the summer. The song lifts the veil from the main idea of the Trouble.
Next was the greatest success up to the moment.
Trouble - that was the title of the Akon’s first album.
It includes songs which are different from the point of view of the style of the music and singing manner. Still, having heard all 13 songs from the album, it is safe to say Akon is not a "pure" rapper. Among hip-hop songs, one can easily feel the influence of both reggae and R&B, mingled with the way of singing peculiar only to this great Senegalese American.
The last messages from Akon Guestbook !
Yogesh
Hey Akon I am from India . I wanna tell you one thing and that is
you are the world's best singer . Your songs from your second
album Konvicted made me fall in love with your music . I wanna
love is you is I think your greatest hit in India. You come
kimberly
IF THERE IS ANY ONE HERE WHO WAS AT THE CONCERT IN EDMONTON
ALBERTA JULY 17TH 2008 AND HAS PICTURES FROM THE LITTLE STAGE ON
THE LEFT FROM CENTER STAGE WHEN AKON WAS UP ON IT CAN U PLEEZ
PLEEZ SEND ME SOME PIXS I DIDNT HAVE A CAM AND REALLY WOULD LIK
kimberly
I was at your concert last night in edmonton alberta it was the
best thing i have ever done in my life i got to touch you all
over i loved it so very much.i am a girl strait off the rez lol
with 2children mail me kim_starlene@yahoo.com
Thanu rox
Hi Akon, I'm your fan from Sri Lanka. Your albums are so adorable
and interesting. My favourite is "Smack that".
e-mail: thanusck@yahoo.com
The VMA nominees are in your hands this year so go to vma.mtv.com and vote for Akon's "Sorry Blame It On Me" for Best Male Video. Let the world hear your voice, vote NOW!
Video Premiere: Nelly Ft. Akon & Ashanti - "Body On Me"
Akon to Perform at Reggae Sumfest
Akon has been added to this year's Reggae Sumfest. He will make a second appearance on the Sumfest stage this Friday (July 18th).
The Sumfest will heat up Jamaica on Thursday, July 17th and will come down on Saturday, July 19th. You can find more information about this event here.
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