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.
LEAH
Akon Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, oh
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, oh
Ooh-oh
Baby, you you're all that I want
When I pour Patrón in your cup
The vibe is feeling so raw
Baby, you you're all that I want
When I pour Patrón in my cup
The vibe is feeling so raw
I just wanna take you home
Baby, you look better with your clothes off
Baby, you look better with your clothes off
Niggas keep telling you to pull up
Vibrate on and turn your phone off
Vibrate on and turn your phone off
Believe you look better with your clothes off
You look better with your clothes off, ooh-oh
She wanna take ecstasy pills
She wanna take ecstasy pills
She wanna have sex with me, for real
She wanna have sex with me, for real
I know you gotta work tonight, uh
I promise, baby, I'll be worth your time
Fingers crossed that I am your type
What am I saying, bitch? My bread is right
I could treat you right, I could change your life
I could put you in the Wraith with the stars inside
Let's take a shot tonight, I could change your life
Baby, you the type of girl that my mom would like, oh yeah
Baby, you you're all that I want
When I pour Patrón in your cup
The vibe is feeling so raw
I just wanna take you home
Baby, you you're all that I want
When I pour Patrón in my cup
The vibe is feeling so raw
I just wanna take you home
Ooh-oh, ooh-oh
Ooh-oh, ooh-oh
She wanna make a movie-ie
Wanna end up on the TV screen
Mixin' Henny with the ecstasy
Don't wanna end up on TMZ
Baby, you you're all that I want
When I pour Patrón in your cup
The vibe is feeling so raw
I just wanna take you home
Baby, you you're all that I want
When I pour Patrón in my cup
The vibe is feeling so raw
I just wanna take you home
Baby, you look better with your clothes off
Baby, you look better with your clothes off
Niggas keep telling you to pull up
Vibrate on and turn your phone off
Vibrate on and turn your phone off
Believe you look better with your clothes off
You look better with your clothes off, ooh-oh
In Akon's song "Leah," the lyrics depict a seductive and intoxicating encounter between the singer and a woman named Leah. The opening lines reveal that Akon desires Leah, emphasizing her allure by stating that she is all he wants when they both have Patrón, a brand of tequila, in their cups. The vibe between them feels electric and uninhibited, igniting a desire within Akon to take Leah home.
The chorus repeats the notion that Leah looks better with her clothes off, indicating a strong attraction and sexual desire. Akon acknowledges that others may be encouraging Leah to approach him ("Niggas keep telling you to pull up"), but suggests that she should focus solely on their connection by turning off her phone and remaining present in the moment.
Later in the song, the lyrics mention Leah's interest in taking ecstasy pills and engaging in real sex. Despite knowing that Leah has to work that night, Akon assures her that he will make it worth her time. He expresses confidence in his ability to provide for her, mentioning his financial success ("My bread is right") and his potential to change her life. Akon suggests a luxurious lifestyle by singing about putting her in a Wraith, a luxury car, with stars inside. He also compliments Leah, saying she is the type of girl his mother would approve of.
The repeated chorus reinforces the desire to be with Leah and highlights the intense attraction between them. The mention of mixing Hennessy, a type of cognac, with ecstasy suggests a heightened level of pleasure and desired escapism. Akon also expresses a fear of their encounter being exposed in the media, as he refers to the possibility of ending up on TMZ, a popular celebrity news outlet.
Overall, "Leah" portrays a tantalizing and passionate encounter between Akon and Leah, focusing on their sexual desire and the intense connection they share.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, you you're all that I want
You are the only one I desire and need
When I pour Patrón in your cup
When I fill your glass with Patrón, a type of tequila
The vibe is feeling so raw
The atmosphere is intense and genuine
I just wanna take you home
I simply want to escort you to my place
Baby, you look better with your clothes off
You appear more attractive without clothes
Niggas keep telling you to pull up
People keep urging you to arrive or come over
Vibrate on and turn your phone off
Set your phone to vibrate mode and silence it
Believe you look better with your clothes off
Trust that you are more visually appealing when naked
She wanna take ecstasy pills
She desires to consume ecstasy pills, a type of drug
She wanna have sex with me, for real
She genuinely wants to engage in sexual activity with me
I know you gotta work tonight, uh
I understand that you have job obligations tonight
I promise, baby, I'll be worth your time
I assure you, darling, that I will be valuable and deserving of your attention
Fingers crossed that I am your type
I hope that I fit your preferences and meet your criteria
What am I saying, bitch? My bread is right
Why am I even questioning? I have substantial wealth
I could treat you right, I could change your life
I can treat you well and significantly improve your life
I could put you in the Wraith with the stars inside
I can place you in a luxurious car, the Wraith, with a starry ceiling
Let's take a shot tonight, I could change your life
Let's have a drink together tonight, I have the power to transform your life
Baby, you the type of girl that my mom would like, oh yeah
You are the kind of girl that my mother would approve of and appreciate
She wanna make a movie-ie
She desires to create a film or video
Wanna end up on the TV screen
She wants to be featured on television
Mixin' Henny with the ecstasy
Combining Hennessy, a brand of cognac, with ecstasy
Don't wanna end up on TMZ
She does not want to be featured on the celebrity news website TMZ
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Aliaume Akon Thiam, Anthony Flammia, Daniel Hernandez, Jahnei Clarke, Rosario Peter IV Lenzo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kin Resendiz
Vamos apoyar a tekashi y a demostrar que un mexicano también puede solo sin necesidad de los reggaetoneros 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽
Cristian López
Daniel hermano,te quiero de verdad ,no te conozco pero la ayuda que he visto que das a otras personas es increíblemente solidaria,el mundo debería ser como tu,un abrazo y gracias por ser esa clase de persona..sixnine por siempre!!!
Lu
La combinación de ambos suena tan contagiosa y adicta🤩🥵❤️🙊
Manel Mosta
hahaha
Miguelhummer
@Manel Mosta risa en ingles
Negrab11
Abril 15 ♥️
Jose Medina
Estoy Contigo. Akon es una máquina, partió feo💯👍🇵🇷
Johnny Rocket
I really love this song because it feels like I'm in 2009 again.
Joel Hopkins
Your trippin bra
elflakojube
@Joel Hopkins no its just fax