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.
What You Got Ft. Colby O'Donnis
Akon Lyrics
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Just showin' off ya stones
And notice that that pinky ring is bright enough baby
I know you're not alone
But I could just be wrong
The way them fellas houndin' and sizin' you up baby
And I like the way you take advantage of
I see, and I know your game girl
But I don't mind if ya come and play with us
Just don't talk too much
I see, you're so cute you don't have to say a word
See those guys wanna come treat ya right
'Cause you're sweeter than apple pie
Everything that you want you got
Girl you know that you need to stop
Most beautiful thing in sight
Always takin' on the spotlight
Always in the club lookin hot
Girl you know that you need to stop
[Chorus]
Always talkin' bout what you got
Always talkin' bout what you got
Always talkin' bout what you got
Girl you know that you need to stop
Always talkin' bout what you got
Always talkin' bout what you got
Always talkin' bout what you got
Girl you know that you need to stop
Girl I can tell you want something to love
That's why you hold on to everything that pass you by
Can't resist girl and I can't lie
Now tell if you are here for me
Or everybody watchin' you shake from left to right
The way you move got me hypnotized
The way you take advantage of
Every man you love
I see, and I know your game girl
But I don't mind if ya come and play with us
Just don't talk too much
I see, you're so cute you don't have to say a word
See those guys wanna come treat ya right
'Cause you're sweeter than apple pie
Everything that you want you got
Girl you know that you need to stop
Most beautiful thing in sight
Always takin' on the spotlight
Always in the club lookin hot
Girl you know that you need to stop
[Chorus]
My eyes away from you girl when you get on the floor and do what you do
And everybody wanna come back to that body the kind and remind myself I'm like you
'Cause your that type to drive a man crazy will snatch him away from his lady
No matter how hard the man hold back he'll end up callin' you baby
And they never really know what to do once you expose that thing you do
Ya had him crawlin' on hands and knees and ya find a way to get 'em out that cheese
And why ya thinkin' you the only dude she off in the mall livin' off of you
Lettin' everybody know she got you but now you feel like a fool
See those guys wanna come treat ya right
'Cause you're sweeter than apple pie
Everything that you want you got
Girl you know that you need to stop
Most beautiful thing in sight
Always takin' on the spotlight
Always in the club lookin hot
Girl you know that you need to stop
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Akon Feat. Colby O' Donis's song What You Got critiques a girl who is always talking about her possessions and using her beauty to take advantage of men. In the first verse, Akon mentions that he sees the girl showing off her jewels, and various men sizing her up, but she is not alone. He goes on to acknowledge that the girl is taking advantage of every man she loves and appreciates her game, but he does not mind if she plays with him, as she's cute enough not to say anything to him. The chorus is a repetition of how the girl is always talking about what she has, indicating that she needs to stop.
In the following verse, Akon tells the girl that he can tell that she wants something to love, which makes her hold onto everything that passes her by. The girl's dancing and moving got him hypnotized, and he couldn't resist it. The second chorus reiterates that the girl needs to stop talking about what she has and the bridge depicts how guys fall for her beauty and are willing to leave their ladies for her. They never know what to do once she exposes what she can do.
Overall, the song is a message for the girl to stop using her beauty and material possessions as a means to take advantage of others. They are impressed by her looks, but she needs to focus on developing better values.
Line by Line Meaning
I peeped you on the phone
I saw you on the phone
Just showin' off ya stones
You were flaunting your jewelry
And notice that that pinky ring is bright enough baby
I specifically noticed your pinky ring shining
I know you're not alone
I am aware you are not alone
But I could just be wrong
Although, there is a chance I could be mistaken
The way them fellas houndin' and sizin' you up baby
The way these guys are checking you out and approaching you
And I like the way you take advantage of
I admire how you know how to use
Every man you love
Every man you are involved with
I see, and I know your game girl
I understand your methods
But I don't mind if ya come and play with us
But I am okay with you joining us
Just don't talk too much
Just don't talk excessively
I see, you're so cute you don't have to say a word
I understand, you don't have to speak to captivate me
Always talkin' bout what you got
You are always bragging about your possessions
Girl you know that you need to stop
You should refrain from doing so
Girl I can tell you want something to love
I can sense that you are seeking something to love
That's why you hold on to everything that pass you by
Which is why you keep everything or everyone that comes your way close
Can't resist girl and I can't lie
I cannot resist you and I am being honest
Now tell if you are here for me
Tell me if you are here for me
Or everybody watchin' you shake from left to right
Or if you are just here to show off and impress others with your dancing
The way you move got me hypnotized
Your movements are entrancing me
My eyes away from you girl when you get on the floor and do what you do
I cannot take my eyes off you when you dance
And everybody wanna come back to that body the kind and remind myself I'm like you
Everybody else wants a body like yours, and I am included in that group
'Cause your that type to drive a man crazy will snatch him away from his lady
You are the type of person that can drive a man to cheat and leave his partner
No matter how hard the man hold back he'll end up callin' you baby
Even if the man tries to resist, he will eventually give in to you
And they never really know what to do once you expose that thing you do
And they are left clueless once you reveal your true intentions and strategies
Ya had him crawlin' on hands and knees and ya find a way to get 'em out that cheese
You made him beg and then found a way to take his money
And why ya thinkin' you the only dude she off in the mall livin' off of you
And while you thought you were the only guy, she is spending your money in the mall with others
Lettin' everybody know she got you but now you feel like a fool
Telling everyone she has you, but now you feel foolish
Most beautiful thing in sight
You are the most beautiful thing around
Always takin' on the spotlight
You are always in the spotlight
Always in the club lookin hot
You are always in the club looking great
I can't take my eyes off of you
I cannot stop looking at you
Always talkin' bout what you got
You are constantly bragging about your possessions
Girl you know that you need to stop
I suggest that you stop doing so
Everything that you want you got
You have everything you could possibly need and want
See those guys wanna come treat ya right
Those guys want to treat you well
'Cause you're sweeter than apple pie
Because you have great qualities and are sweet like an apple pie
Just don't talk too much
Just avoid talking excessively
Girl you know that you need to stop
You must restrain from bragging
Always talkin' bout what you got
You are constantly bragging about your possessions
Girl you know that you need to stop
You must refrain from bragging
Always talkin' bout what you got
You are always bragging about your possessions
Girl you know that you need to stop
I strongly advise that you restrain yourself from bragging
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALIAUNE THIAM, ALIAUNE ABOU THIAM, GIORGIO TUINFORT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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