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He recorded his first song, 'Operations of Nature,' at the age of fifteen. He then spent split time between Senegal and America until he was 15, and then permanently moved to Jersey City, New Jersey.

He is the son of the Senegalese percussionist Mor Thiam.

#Akon cd of song download#

Akon's unique blend of West African-style vocals and hip-hop lyricism eventually caught the ears of executives at Universal Records. Download Akon - Stadium (2013) Album MP3 Songs. When he was released he immediately began recording his music and sending out demo tapes. During Akon’s alleged time in jail, he began to understand his music abilities and developed an appreciation for his musical background. He is the first artist to ever accomplish the feat of holding both the number one and two spots simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100 charts twice.Īs the son of famed jazz musician Mor Thiam, Akon was raised in a musical setting and taught to play several instruments. He is well known for singing hooks and has over 155 guest appearances and 23 Billboard Hot 100 songs to his credit. 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. Akon rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of his single 'Locked Up' from his debut album Trouble. Money J & Black Frost)Īliaune Thiam (born April 16, 1973), better known by his stage name Akon is a Wolof Senegalese-American hip hop and R&B singer-songwriter, rapper, and record producer. Tired Of Runnin' - Album Version (Edited)Ĭall da Police (feat. The album debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200 with 110,600 copies sold in its first week. It was released as a download on December 1, 2008, and in stores December 2, 2008. The album was originally named Acquitted however, Akon changed it before it was released. Never Took The Time - Album Version (Edited) Freedom is the third studio album by American singer and record producer Akon.