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Born: Oct 14, 1981 in St. Louis, MO
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Genre: R&B, Rap, Pop/Rock
Biography: Although he was born in St. Louis, MO, Aliaune Thiam -- aka Akon -- grew up in Senegal before he and his family (including his father, jazz percussionist Mor Thiam) returned to the United States and settled in New Jersey when he was seven. There he discovered hip-hop for the first time, as well as crime. ...Read full biography
Konvicted [Explicit Version]
Konvicted [Explicit Version]
Released: 2006
Label: SRC Records / Universal Records
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"Locked Up"'s success provided Akon with instant heavyweight clout. Upgraded from writing songs and doing the occasional hook for B-, C-, and D-level artists, he tallied a multi-platinum album, was granted ...Read full review
Konvicted [Edited Version]
Konvicted [Edited Version]
Released: 2006
Label: SRC Records / Universal Records
Critics' Rating:
"Locked Up"'s success provided Akon with instant heavyweight clout. Upgraded from writing songs and doing the occasional hook for B-, C-, and D-level artists, he tallied a multi-platinum album, was granted ...Read full review
More Akon albums: Main Albums (13), Compilations (11), Singles & EPs (46), DVD/Video (4)
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