Akon's first No.1 hit was his single 'Lonely' and he's produced songs for the likes of Lady Gaga, Leona Lewis, Michael Jackson & Eminem.
Real Name: Aliaune Damala Badara Thiam
Born: April 16, 1973
Height: 5' 10" / 1.77 m
Star Sign: Aries
Birthplace: St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
Hometown: Newark, New Jersey, U.S.
First Single: Locked Up
First Album: Trouble
David Guetta Asks Fans To Choose Either Chris Brown Or Akon Duet As His Next Single
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The 'Hips Don't Lie' singer is currently working on her eighth studio album.
Akon on new Michael Jackson single
Akon's duet with Michael Jackson entitled 'Hold My Hand' will be out later this month.
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AKON at the Summertime Ball
AKON can't put a foot wrong
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Flo Rida feat. Akon - Who Dat Girl
Check out the third single from Flo Rida's third album, 'Only One Flo (Part 1)'.
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Watch Our Akon Interview
Roberto cornered a dapper looking Akon before he stormed the Jingle Bell Ball. Watch the interview now.
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Akon - Beautiful
Want more Akon right now na na na? Then you watch the video for his latest track, 'Beautiful' right here.
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