He rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of the singles "Locked Up" and "Lonely", from his debut album "Trouble". His second album, "Konvicted", earned him a Grammy Award nomination for the single Smack That featuring Eminem. His latest album, "Freedom", was released in 2008. Akon often sings hooks for other artists and is currently accredited with over 200 guest appearances and 32 Billboard Hot 100 songs.
He is the first solo artist to accomplish the feat of holding both the number one and two spots simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100 charts twice. He has also founded two record labels, Konvict Muzik and Kon Live Distribution and has a clothing label, Konvict clothing
Akon is a Muslim and has many charities of his own.
Akon's father is the Senagalese drummer Mor Thiam.
Sorry Blame It On Me
Akon Lyrics
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I'm starting to learn more and more about responsibility
I realize that everything I do is affecting the people around me
So I wanted to take this time out
To apologize for things that I've done
And things that haven't occurred yet
And things that they don't wanna take responsibility for
I'm sorry for the times that I left you home
I was on the road and you were alone
I'm sorry for the times that I had to go
I'm sorry for the fact that I did not know
That you were sitting home just wishing we
Could go back to when it was just you and me
I'm sorry for the times I would neglect
I'm sorry for the times I disrespect
I'm sorry for the wrong things that I've done
I'm sorry I'm not always there for my sons
I'm sorry for the fact that I'm not aware
That you can't sleep at night when I am not there
Because I'm in the streets like everyday
I'm sorry for the things that I did not say
Like how you are the best thing in my world
And how I'm so proud to call you my girl
I understand that there's some problems
And I'm not too blind to know
All the pain you kept inside you
Even though you might not show
If I can't apologize for being wrong
Then it's just a shame on me
I'll be the reason for your pain
And you can put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
Said you could put the blame on me
Said you could put the blame on me
Said you could put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
I'm sorry for the things that he put you through
And all the times you didn't know what to do
I'm sorry that you had to go and sell those bags
Just tryna stay busy 'til you heard from dad
When you would rather be home with all your kids
As one big family with love and bliss
And even though pops treated us like kings
He got a second wife and you didn't agree
He got up and left you there all alone
I'm sorry that you had to do it on your own
I'm sorry that I went and added to your grief
I'm sorry that your son was once a thief
I'm sorry that I grew up way too fast
I wish I would've listened and not be so bad
I'm sorry that your life turned out this way
I'm sorry that the feds came and took me away
I understand that there's some problems
And I'm not too blind to know
All the pain you kept inside you
Even though you might not show
If I can't apologize for being wrong
Then it's just a shame on me
I'll be the reason for your pain
And you can put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
Said you could put the blame on me
Said you could put the blame on me
Said you could put the blame on me
You could put the blame on me
I'm sorry that it took so long to see
That they were dead wrong tryna put it on me
I'm sorry that it took so long to speak
But I was on tour with Gwen Stefani
I'm sorry for the hand that she was dealt
For the embarrassment that she felt
Just a little young girl tryna have fun
Her daddy should've never let her out that young
I'm sorry for Club Zen getting shut down
I hope they manage better next time around
How was I to know she was underage?
In a twenty one and older club they say
Why doesn't anybody wanna take blame?
Verizon backed out, disgracing my name
I'm just a singer tryna entertain
Because I love my fans, I'll take that blame
Even though the blame's on you
Even though the blame's on you
Even though the blame's on you
I'll take that blame from you
And you can put that blame on me
And you can put that blame on me
You can put that blame on me
And you can put that blame on me
And you can put that blame on me
And you can put that blame on me
In "Sorry Blame It On Me," Akon reflects on his actions and how they have impacted those around him. He acknowledges his previous lack of responsibility and the harm he has caused to his loved ones, including leaving his partner alone at home and neglecting his children. The song shows a sense of remorse and accountability for past actions. In the second verse, Akon apologizes to his mother for not being there for her when his father left her alone. He also expresses support for his sister, who turned to selling drugs to cope with the situation. However, Akon also tackles allegations that were made against him, including the closure of a club where an underage girl was admitted.
The chorus of the song is an acknowledgment of the fact that sometimes apologies are necessary, and it is not always easy to take responsibility for our actions. The narrative highlights how past actions and decisions can have long-lasting effects and trickle down consequences. The song offers a thoughtful reflection on accountability, and it is an attempt to make amends to those affected by our actions in the past.
Line by Line Meaning
As life goes on
As I grow older and gain more life experience
I'm starting to learn more and more about responsibility
I am becoming aware of the impact my actions have on others
I realize that everything I do is affecting the people around me
I understand that my behavior can have consequences for those close to me
So I wanted to take this time out
I am taking a moment to reflect on my past actions
To apologize for things that I've done
To express my regret for past wrongs
And things that haven't occurred yet
To preemptively apologize for any future mistakes
And things that they don't wanna take responsibility for
To accept responsibility for actions that others refuse to acknowledge
I'm sorry for the times that I left you home
Apologizing for leaving someone alone at home
I was on the road and you were alone
Explaining why I was not present
I'm sorry for the times that I had to go
Apologizing for the times I had to leave
I'm sorry for the fact that I did not know
Regretting not knowing something important
That you were sitting home just wishing we
Realizing that someone was at home wanting to spend time together
Could go back to when it was just you and me
Reminiscing about a time when it was just the two of us
I'm sorry for the times I would neglect
Apologizing for neglecting someone
I'm sorry for the times I disrespect
Apologizing for showing disrespect
I'm sorry for the wrong things that I've done
Apologizing for any wrongdoings in general
I'm sorry I'm not always there for my sons
Apologizing for not being there for children
I'm sorry for the fact that I'm not aware
Regretting not being aware of someone's feelings
That you can't sleep at night when I am not there
Realizing that someone is affected by my absence
Because I'm in the streets like everyday
Explaining why I am not present
I'm sorry for the things that I did not say
Regretting not speaking up when I should have
Like how you are the best thing in my world
Acknowledging that someone is important to me
And how I'm so proud to call you my girl
Expressing pride for someone I care about
I understand that there's some problems
Acknowledging that there are issues to address
And I'm not too blind to know
Not denying the existence of problems
All the pain you kept inside you
Acknowledging that someone has been hurt
Even though you might not show
Realizing that someone may not express their pain
If I can't apologize for being wrong
Recognizing the importance of apologizing for errors
Then it's just a shame on me
Acknowledging personal responsibility
I'll be the reason for your pain
Admitting fault for someone's suffering
And you can put the blame on me
Accepting accountability for my actions
I'm sorry that it took so long to see
Expressing regret for not realizing something sooner
That they were dead wrong tryna put it on me
Asserting that I am not responsible for something
I'm sorry that it took so long to speak
Apologizing for speaking up late about something
But I was on tour with Gwen Stefani
Explaining why I was not available to speak
I'm sorry for the hand that she was dealt
Apologizing for someone's harsh circumstances
For the embarrassment that she felt
Recognizing that someone was humiliated
Just a little young girl tryna have fun
Characterizing someone's intentions as innocent
Her daddy should've never let her out that young
Blaming someone else for a mistake
I'm sorry for Club Zen getting shut down
Apologizing for the closure of a venue
I hope they manage better next time around
Wishing for better future outcomes
How was I to know she was underage?
Defending myself against accusations
In a twenty one and older club they say
Explaining that the venue's policy was to admit patrons age 21 and over
Why doesn't anybody wanna take blame?
Expressing frustration that others won't accept responsibility
Verizon backed out, disgracing my name
Citing a situation where outside forces caused negative consequences
I'm just a singer tryna entertain
Defining one's own role
Because I love my fans, I'll take that blame
Accepting responsibility for the sake of fans
Even though the blame's on you
Acknowledging that someone else has transgressed
I'll take that blame from you
Offering to accept culpability despite another's guilt
And you can put that blame on me
Giving someone permission to shift blame to oneself
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Aliaume Thiam, Clinton Sparks, Durrone Moore
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