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, …

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.

Apr 3, 2014 · Senegalese American vocalist Akon is known for his R&B-style vocals, which are featured in his own hit songs as well as collaborations with hip-hop artists.

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 …

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...

11M Followers, 188 Following, 873 Posts - AKON (@akon) on Instagram: "Grammy-nominated. Entrepreneur. Philanthropist. Built Different. Twitter/TikTok: @AKON 💬"

Akon, born Aliaune Thiam, grew up in Senegal before he and his family (including his father, jazz percussionist Mor Thiam) eventually settled in the USA, in the state of New Jersey.

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. His unique …

Akon was born in the US but spent much of childhood in the West African country Senegal. There, he learned to play five instruments including the djembe, guitar and drums.

Jan 31, 2026 · Akon and Ne-Yo are the next duo to announce an upcoming global tour. The “Nights Like This” tour will run from late April through the end of August, performing over 50 …