Akon

Akon, born Aliaune Badara Akon Thiam, is a Senegalese-American R&B singer, songwriter, and producer.

Akon gained widespread recognition in 2004 with the release of his hit single “Locked Up” from his debut album Trouble. His follow-up album, Konvicted, featured the Grammy-nominated single “Smack That”. He has also founded two record labels, Konvict Muzik and Kon Live Distribution.

Throughout his career, Akon has become known for singing hooks on other artists’ songs, with over 300 guest appearances and 45 songs on the Billboard Hot 100. He has collaborated with major artists such as Michael Jackson, R. Kelly, Quincy Jones, Eminem, and Whitney Houston. Akon is the first solo artist to hold both the number one and number two spots on the Billboard Hot 100 charts at the same time, a feat he has achieved twice. He has been nominated for six Grammy Awards and has produced hits for stars like Lady Gaga, Colby O’Donis, and Leona Lewis. Akon also played a key role in launching the careers of Lady Gaga and T-Pain.

In 2008, Forbes reported that Akon earned $12 million, followed by $20 million in 2009 and $21 million in 2010.

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