Akon is a Grammy-nominated Senegalese-American artist, producer, entrepreneur, and actor, known for his impact on the global music scene and the African music movement.

Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam (born April 16, 1973), known mononymously as Akon (/ ˈeɪkɒn /), is a Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, …

11M Followers, 176 Following, 866 Posts - AKON (@akon) on Instagram: "Grammy-nominated. Entrepreneur. Philanthropist. Built Different. Twitter/TikTok: @AKON 💬"

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Konvict Kulture presents the Nektunes Remix of Akon’s global smash hit “Akon’s Beautiful Day” — a fresh, high-energy reimagining that infuses the original wi...

Nov 13, 2025 · Akon quite literally got "Locked Up" last week as he was arrested in DeKalb County, Georgia, according to police reports. The singer, whose real name is Aliaune Thiam, …

Nov 14, 2025 · Listen to music by Akon on Apple Music. Find top songs and albums by Akon including Bartender (feat. Akon), Smack That (feat. Eminem) and more.

Jul 14, 2025 · This is the case for five-time GRAMMY-nominated artist Akon, who is beginning to carve a lane for himself in the country music scene. "Country is a passion project. It's an …

Nov 12, 2024 · From A.I. advancements to rediscovering the value of albums, Akon highlights his desire to push boundaries and reshape the industry. Watch the interview in full or read an …

Akon founded the record labels Konvict Muzik in 2004 and KonLive Distribution in 2007, through which he has signed commercially successful acts including Lady Gaga, T-Pain, R. City, …