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.
Easy Road
Akon Lyrics
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I won't, I won't, I won't, I won't cause I came too far
[Verse 1:]
I trying to know what's going on
Echoes on my cellular phone
I know this couple I don't missing
Could it be the feds still listening
Ain't time for the miscellaneous
And they proceed to keep on watching
Cause I've seen them lately
Interrogated my mum
Locked up half of my crew
But I can guarante one thing that t won't let you.
[Chorus:]
I won't let you lock me down
I won't let you push me round
I won't let you stop me now
I won't cause I came too far
I won't let you ruin my day
I won't let you stop my pay
I won't no not today
I won't cause I came too far
[Verse 2:]
Devil's always watchin' me (watching me)
Evil's always stalkin me (stopping me)
God has been protecting me (protecting me)
And that's how I got this far
Cause when you look at me you'll see an angel
Can't believe I've been through half the things that I went through
Cause everyday I see a face (my face)
This come true by the human race (my race)
Please don't you judge me unless you know me
Cause I won't let you
[Chorus]
[Bridge:]
Came too far to turn back now (too far)
Ain't nobody goin' stop me (can stop me)
Came too far to turn back now (too far)
Ain't nobody goin' stop me (can stop me)
[Chorus]
I won't
The song "Easy Road" by Akon is about the struggles he faced in his life and his determination to overcome them. The song opens with the artist wondering if the authorities are still listening to his phone conversations. He goes on to talk about the tough times he has been through, such as having his crew locked up and his mom being interrogated. Despite all of these hardships, Akon refuses to give up, and he won't let anyone or anything hold him down or stop him. He believes that God has protected him and allowed him to come this far in life. The chorus repeats the line "I won't cause I came too far," emphasizing Akon's unrelenting determination.
In the second verse, the artist describes the hardships he has faced and the judgment he has received from others. He insists that people shouldn't judge him unless they know him. Akon sees himself as an angel who has gone through so much and has still managed to come out on top. The bridge of the song repeats the idea that he has come too far to turn back now and nothing can stop him.
Overall, "Easy Road" is a powerful song about never giving up and persevering through tough times. It's a testament to the idea that with determination and hard work, anyone can overcome their struggles and achieve their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
I won't, I won't, I won't, I won't cause I came too far
I will not give up now because I have put in too much effort and come too far to quit.
I trying to know what's going on
I am trying to understand the situation.
Echoes on my cellular phone
I am hearing strange sounds on my phone.
I know this couple I don't missing
I am aware of a couple that is missing.
Could it be the feds still listening
I wonder if the government is still listening to my conversations.
See I gat to beat those kisses
I have to avoid any trouble or danger.
Ain't time for the miscellaneous
I can't afford any distractions.
And they proceed to keep on watching
They are still keeping an eye on me.
Cause I've seen them lately
I have noticed them around.
Interrogated my mum
The authorities questioned my mother.
Locked up half of my crew
Some of my friends have been arrested.
But I can guarantee one thing that t won't let you.
I am certain that I won't let you bring me down.
I won't let you lock me down
I won't let you restrict or hinder me.
I won't let you push me round
I won't let you bully or control me.
I won't let you stop me now
I won't let you prevent me from achieving my goals.
I won't let you ruin my day
I won't let you ruin my mood or day.
I won't let you stop my pay
I won't let you hinder or damage my income.
I won't no not today
I won't allow it, not today.
Devil's always watchin' me (watching me)
I feel like I am constantly being watched by evil forces.
Evil's always stalkin me (stopping me)
I feel like evil is always trying to disrupt my life.
God has been protecting me (protecting me)
I believe that God has been keeping me safe and looking out for me.
And that's how I got this far
The reason I have come this far is due to God's protection.
Cause when you look at me you'll see an angel
I may appear to be a good person, like an angel.
Can't believe I've been through half the things that I went through
I can't believe I have survived and overcome many difficult situations.
Cause everyday I see a face (my face)
Every day I see myself in the mirror.
This come true by the human race (my race)
I am a part of the human race, just like everyone else.
Please don't you judge me unless you know me
Please do not criticize or judge me unless you really know me and my situation.
Came too far to turn back now (too far)
I have come too far to give up now.
Ain't nobody goin' stop me (can stop me)
No one can stop me from achieving my goals.
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