Akon has become one of the most successful R&B singers of the 21st century. He is very versatile, with enough of a reputation to rap with the best, but also endowed with a fantastic voice.
Akon was born as Aliaune Thiam in St. Louis, Missouri. He's the son of Senegalese percussionist, Locked Up, a story about life in the slammer.
Akon's Hits
Sexy Bitch, the slightly annoying dance hit of 2009.
* If you like Just Dance, the smash hit that first put her on the scene.
* Akon can be credited with the discovery and success of Colby O'Donis, with his hit, Beautiful.