Updated: October 15, 2024
Name: Aliaune Damala Badara Akon Thiam
Date of Birth: April 16, 1973 (51 years)
Origin: St. Louis, Missouri
Height: 1.78 m
Ethnicity: Senegalese-American
Religion: Muslim
Occupation: Singer-Songwriter, Record Producer, Businessman
Genres: R&B, Hip Hop, Pop
Marital Status: Married
Spouses: Tomeka Thiam
Networth: $70 million
Biography & Career:
Akon, real name is Aliaune Damala Badara Akon Thiam. Born on April 16, 1973, in St. Louis, Missouri, he is a globally renowned American singer and rapper. He spent part of his childhood in Senegal before returning to the U.S. Akon first gained fame in 2004 with his debut album Trouble, featuring top songs like "Locked Up" and "Lonely." His unique blend of R&B, hip-hop, and Arabic influences set him apart, and he went on to release successful albums like Konvicted and Freedom, producing Akon famous songs such as "Smack That," "I Wanna Love You," and "Don't Matter."
Akon's most popular songs helped him collaborate with stars like Eminem and Snoop Dogg. Over the years, his songs collection continued to grow with tracks like "Right Now (Na Na Na)" and "Beautiful." Even his latest songs reflect his diverse influences and evolving style.
In his personal life, Akon is a dedicated father to his 9 children, including his daughter. He has kept much of his family life private, though he is known to be married, and his wife and kids are a key part of his life. His parents, particularly his father, Mor Thiam, a famous jazz percussionist, played a crucial role in shaping his love for music. Despite his fame, Akon remains connected to his religion, openly embracing his identity as a Muslim and incorporating his Arabic and African heritage into his work.
Beyond music, Akon has also dabbled in business and philanthropy. Akon net worth is estimated between $60 and $80 million. Fans around the world eagerly attend his concerts, purchasing Akon concert tickets for his high-energy performances.
Albums:- Trouble (2004)
- Konvicted (2006)
- Freedom (2008)
- El Negreeto (2019)
- Akon and Friends: The Album (2019)
- Konnect (2020)
Most Famous Songs:- "Locked Up"
- "Lonely"
- "Smack That" feat. Eminem
- "I Wanna Love You" feat. Snoop Dogg
- "Don't Matter"
- "Right Now (Na Na Na)"
- "Beautiful" feat. Colby O'Donis and Kardinal Offishall
- "Sorry, Blame It on Me"
- "Ghetto"
- "Hold My Hand"
