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.
Tired Of Running
Akon Lyrics
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As they ride past in they patrol cars
So tell me why I feel like the enemy
They supposed to be here protectin' me
I might have went too far
Helpin' to contribute to makin' their job hard
Servin' fiends like these people ain't no kin to me
I can't believe I'm out here killin' my community
From where I am and where I used to be (where I used to be)
I don't want it, you can tell by the look at me
This gangsta life ain't no longer in me
And I'm tired of the runnin', tired of the runnin'
Tired of the runnin', runnin' from the law
Baby you gotta believe me
Said I'm tired of the runnin', tired of the runnin'
Tired of the runnin', runnin' from the law
Baby ya gotta believe me
I know there's things I could've changed girl
I know there's things I could've done a lot better
Instead I'm in the streets tryin' to make that cheddar
Thinkin' in my mind that you gon' be there forever
I know I could've let it all go (let it all go)
But I was thinkin' it would make life better (make life better)
Instead I'm sittin' in this cell writin' this letter
Thought I wouldn't get caught cause I was way too clever
I learned there's no one to catch ya when ya fallin'
And they'll be no one to hear you when you're callin'
Do you know what it's like to wake up in the mornin'
While you're starvin' you're hearin' bugs crawlin'
Reminiscin' on them days you was walkin'
With pretty women on your arm while you're flossin'
Thankful that I didn't end up in a coffin
Somethin' we see too often
And I'm tired of the runnin', tired of the runnin'
Tired of the runnin', runnin' from the law
Baby you gotta believe me
Said I'm tired of the runnin', tired of the runnin'
Tired of the runnin', runnin' from the law
Baby ya gotta believe me
Said I'm tired
Said I'm tired
I said I'm tired
So tired, yeah
And I'm tired of the runnin', tired of the runnin'
Tired of the runnin', runnin' from the law
Baby you gotta believe me
Said I'm tired of the runnin', tired of the runnin'
Tired of the runnin', runnin' from the law
Baby ya gotta believe me
Said I'm tired
In Akon's song Tired Of Running, the lyrics describe the mental and emotional exhaustion experienced by someone who has spent their life engaging in criminal activities and running from the law. The opening lines of the song depict the singer's disillusionment with law enforcement, as he watches them patrol his neighborhood from his porch. Despite the police's role in protecting the community, the singer feels like an enemy due to his involvement in illegal activities, which he is now regretting.
The following verses recount the singer's realization of the harm he has caused and his desire to make a change. He acknowledges his mistakes and wishes he had lived his life differently. He is tired of constantly running and living in fear, knowing that the consequences of his actions may finally catch up with him. He recognizes that the gangster lifestyle he once embraced has no place in his life anymore and that it has only caused him and his community pain and suffering.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's exhaustion with running and hiding from the law, and his plea for his loved ones to believe that he is trying to make a positive change in his life. The closing lines of the song describe the singer's weariness and his hopelessness in finding a way out of his situation.
Overall, Tired Of Running is a poignant and introspective song that tackles themes of regret, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions. It advocates for taking responsibility for one's past mistakes and making a genuine effort to change and improve oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sittin on my porch watchin' the law
I am sitting on my porch observing the police officers
As they ride past in they patrol cars
I notice them driving by in their squad cars
So tell me why I feel like the enemy
However, they make me feel like their adversary
They supposed to be here protectin' me
They are supposed to be here safeguarding me
I might have went too far
Perhaps, I have gone too far
Helpin' to contribute to makin' their job hard
By supporting the drug addiction of our community, I am making it harder for them to keep us safe
Servin' fiends like these people ain't no kin to me
I am selling drugs to people who mean nothing to me
I can't believe I'm out here killin' my community
I can't fathom that my actions are leading to the destruction of my own neighborhood
If you knew how far I came (far I came)
If you were aware of how much progress I have made
From where I am and where I used to be (where I used to be)
From the place where I currently exist compared to where I once was
I don't want it, you can tell by the look at me
I don't want this lifestyle anymore, and it's evident by my appearance
This gangsta life ain't no longer in me
I no longer possess the qualities of a gangster
And I'm tired of the runnin', tired of the runnin'
I am weary of the constant running away
Tired of the runnin', runnin' from the law
I am tired of fleeing from the law
Baby you gotta believe me
I need you to trust me
I know there's things I could've changed girl
I am aware that there are things I could have done differently
I know there's things I could've done a lot better
I understand that I could have performed much better
Instead I'm in the streets tryin' to make that cheddar
However, I chose to make money by selling drugs on the streets
Thinkin' in my mind that you gon' be there forever
Assuming that you will always be by my side
I know I could've let it all go (let it all go)
I recognize that I could have abandoned this lifestyle
But I was thinkin' it would make life better (make life better)
However, I believed that it would improve my life
Instead I'm sittin' in this cell writin' this letter
Nonetheless, I am currently incarcerated and writing this message
Thought I wouldn't get caught cause I was way too clever
I assumed that I wouldn't get arrested because I was too cunning
I learned there's no one to catch ya when ya fallin'
I learned that nobody will support you when you are in trouble
And they'll be no one to hear you when you're callin'
Likewise, there will be nobody to help you when you call out for aid
Do you know what it's like to wake up in the mornin'
Would you understand the feeling of waking up in the morning
While you're starvin' you're hearin' bugs crawlin'
As you're writhing in hunger, being tormented with the sounds of insects moving around
Reminiscin' on them days you was walkin'
Recalling the times when we would stroll leisurely
With pretty women on your arm while you're flossin'
Walking down the street with beautiful women at your side
Thankful that I didn't end up in a coffin
Grateful that my life wasn't cut short
Somethin' we see too often
However, we witness this scenario far too frequently
Said I'm tired
I've articulated my exhaustion
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: ALIAUNE THIAM, GIORGIO TUINFORT, LESLIE BRATHWAITE
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