Akon (born Aliaune Badara Akon Thiam), (pronounced /ˈeɪkɒn/), is a Senegalese-American R&B singer-songwriter, rapper, record producer, businessman, and philanthropist. He is known as one of the most successful and versatile R&B singers of the 21st century. He rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of "Locked Up", the first single from his debut album "Trouble". His second album, "Konvicted", earned him a Grammy Award nomination of the single "Smack That". He has since founded two record labels, Konvict Muzik and Kon Live Distribution.

Top Songs:
1	Oh Africa
2	Right Now (Na, Na, Na)
3	I Wanna Love You
4	Sorry, Blame It On Me
5	Smack That
6	Beautiful
7	Locked Up
8	Lonely
9	The Rain
10	I'm So Paid
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Michael Jackson, Akon To Release New Single 'Hold My Hand'

A new Michael Jackson single, which features Akon, will be released on Monday (November 15). The track, entitled ‘Hold My Hand’, was first recorded in 2007 and leaked onto the internet in 2008 before it had been completed.  Read more 

Akon: 'Lady Gaga Is Writing Crazy New Songs'

Lady Gaga’s manager has revealed that the singer is continuing to write while performing on her Monster Ball world tour. Akon said the star had created some “crazy” tracks for the follow-up to her multi-million selling album, ‘The Fame Monster’.  Read more 

Akon 'Disheartened' After Sri Lanka Denies Rapper A Visa

Akon has said he feels “disheartened” that an upcoming gig in Sri Lanka had to be postponed because the government refused to issue him a visa. Officials took the decision earlier this week after a group of Buddhist monks argued that the rapper's music was not suitable.  Read more 

Akon Banned From Sri Lanka After 'Unsuitable' Video Sparks Protests

Akon has been banned from performing in Sri Lanka after one of his music videos sparked angry protests in the country. The rapper was due to stage a sell-out concert next month, but a group of Buddhist monks lobbied the government calling for him to be denied a visa.  Read more 

Akon: 'Michael Jackson Was Never Satisfied With His Music'

Akon has revealed Michael Jackson was rarely satisfied with the music they created together. The US R&B star worked with the late singer on a series of new tracks that were scheduled for future release.  Read more 

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