Working with famous artists including Eminem, Snoop Dogg, musical parodists The Lonely Island and Gwen Stefani, among others, Akon affixed himself to the center of the hip hop scene, becoming one of the most popular artists of his era. The hip hop singer, songwriter, and producer broke out in the years surrounding the inception of his relationship with SRC Records, going on to release popular and acclaimed albums Trouble (2004), Konvicted (2006), and Freedom. Son of Senegalese jazz drummer and percussionist Mor Thiam.It only took music artist Akon a few years to leap from total obscurity to certified platinum status. He has had 6 Grammy Awards nominations and has produced many hits for artists such as Lady Gaga, Colby O'Donis and Leona Lewis. He is the first solo artist to hold both the number one and two spots simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100 charts twice. He is known as one of the most successful and versatile R&B singers of the 21st century, grossing over US$30 million a year according to Forbes.Īkon often sings hooks for other artists and is currently accredited with over 300 guest appearances and 40 Billboard Hot 100 songs. He has since found two record labels, Konvict Muzik and Kon Live Distribution.
His second album, "Konvicted", earned him a Grammy Award nomination of the single "Smack That".
He rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of "Locked Up”, the first single from his debut album "Trouble". Louis, Missouri, USA, so that he would not have to go through the immigration process, but he lived in Dakar, Senegal until the age of 7, split time between the US and Senegal until he was 15, then he moved permanently to Jersey City, New Jersey, USA. He was taught to play several instruments including the djembe.
Louis, Missouri, USA.Īmerican R&B singer-songwriter and record producer.Īkon was born to Senegalese parents and raised in a musical setting.
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