Akon

Aliaune Thiam (born April 16, 1973), better known by his stage name Akon (pronounced /ˈeɪkɒn/) is a Wolof[5]Senegalese-American hip hop and R&B singer-songwriter, rapper, and record producer. Akon rose to fame in 2004 following the release of his single "Locked Up" from his debut album Trouble. His second album, Konvicted, earned him a Grammy Award nomination for the single "Smack That". He is the founder of Konvict Muzik and Kon Live Distribution. He is well known for singing hooks and has over 145 guest appearances and 21 Billboard Hot 100 songs to his credit. He is the only artist to ever accomplish the feat of holding both the number one and two spots simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100 charts twice.[6]
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Akon in the News
Video Premiere: Akon's 'Right Now (Na Na Na)' - AceShowbiz

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Video Premiere: Akon's 'Right Now (Na Na Na)'
AceShowbiz - 15 hours ago
As seen on 'Right Now (Na Na Na)' music video, Akon loses the woman he loves when fame and money are on his hands. A music video, aimed to support Akon's ...


Lionel Tries to Be Hip (Hop), Enlists Akon, Ne-Yo - E! Online

Lionel Tries to Be Hip (Hop), Enlists Akon, Ne-Yo
E! Online - 4 Nov 2008
Akon and Ne-Yo have lent their lyrical services to Richie's Just Go and will share writing credits on the album with the "Hello" man himself. ...
Akon, Ne-Yo Give Lionel Richie A Lift Billboard
Ne-Yo, Akon, The-Dream 'Go' With Lionel Richie Singersroom News
Akon Featured on Lionel Richie's Upcoming LP AceShowbiz
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Akon's New 'Freedom' Comes With a Fresh Sound - Billboard

Akon's New 'Freedom' Comes With a Fresh Sound
Billboard, NY - 4 Nov 2008
Although there are some signature "Konvict" songs on his forthcoming album "Freedom," Akon says his fans should expect a new style on the ...


Akon Switches 'Freedom' Up 'Euro' Style - Singersroom News

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Akon Switches 'Freedom' Up 'Euro' Style
Singersroom News, NY - 5 Nov 2008
By Njai Joszor | Posted on 11/06/08 | Filed Under: R&B News, Akon While Akon has promised a number of signature 'Konvict' songs on his upcoming album ...


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Steady Chasin’ That Paper: TI Replaces Self, Settles In Atop Charts
Idolator, NY - 2 hours ago
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Update: Akon ‘Freedom’ Official Tracklisting
Rap-Up.com, CA - 5 Nov 2008
Akon will release his third studio album Freedom on December 2nd. Below is an updated official tracklisting including production credits. 1. ...
Akon Promises New Sound On Upcoming Album HipHopDX
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Akon's Election Vow - Post Chronicle

Akon's Election Vow
Post Chronicle - 5 Nov 2008
by Staff R&B star Akon has become the latest celebrity to threaten to quit the US if Democrat Barack Obama fails to win the presidential election. ...


Akon Will “Move Back to Africa” If McCain Wins - The Inquisitr

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Akon Will “Move Back to Africa” If McCain Wins
The Inquisitr, Australia - 4 Nov 2008
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Akon To Leave The US If John McCain Becomes President AngryApe
Beyonce Wants To Be Like Obama MTV UK
Obama Hopeful: Akon Thinks People Care Post Chronicle
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Akon Cans Michael Jackson Duet - Take 40

Akon Cans Michael Jackson Duet
Take 40, Australia - 4 Nov 2008
Akon and Michael Jackson's rumoured collaboration will not be appearing as a track on Akon's new album. Akon told Take 40 exclusively that despite reports ...


Akon Brings "Euro-Club Sound" On New CD - FMQB

Akon Brings "Euro-Club Sound" On New CD
FMQB, NJ - 4 Nov 2008
Akon is just about ready to drop a new album, Freedom, on December 2. Since fans are very accustomed to his sound on the album Konvict, the singer decided ...