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.
Cross Da Line
akon Lyrics
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Upfront, yeah
Convict Muzik (Ross)
Oh (Triple Cs)
If you ever cross that line
I guarantee you there'll be nothin' to save you
I got a whole bunch of gorillas, ready to pull the trigger
Comin' from a life of crime (Ross)
Tryna be on my best behavior
You see my rep's gettin' bigger
But still that same nigga bustin' shots at them haters
But only if you cross that line (hold up, hold up)
I was birthed in a crack house
But what made it worse every first is a packed house
Little brother knowin' life illegal
No toys, just playin' with pipes and needles
I'm glorifyin' knights and regals
Five thousand on the paint just so life will see you
Green cards for the free lunch
Now it's green cards, screen large and the seats crush
Big guns for the other side
Nigga try me, I'ma teach his momma homicide (gah-gah-gat-gat)
I wanna see his momma eyes (momma eyes)
I done cried 20 years, now I'm runnin' dry
If you ever cross that line
I guarantee you there'll be nothin' to save you
I got a whole bunch of gorillas ready to pull the trigger
And we out for that paper
Comin' from a life of crime
Tryna be on my best behavior
You see my rep's gettin' bigger
But still that same nigga bustin' shots at them haters
But only if you cross that line
Don't cross that line
Hopin' that you don't cross that line
Don't cross that line
Baby don't cross that line
When I'm low on funds, I'ma load up guns
Slap you in the head, I'ma open one
African in bed, she just hope I'm done
See the voodoo priest, then the coke gon' come
Open up a drum, I'm eatin' Oprah crumbs
Got poor credit, got whore debit
Walk in the 40-40, I'ma score, bet it
Four tennis chains ho, I'm progetic
But the boe pellets will get you prosthetics
If you don't dead it, just don't let it
A life sentence is a life sentence
All my homies got 'em, they just like Benzes
If you ever cross that line
I guarantee you there'll be nothin' to save you
I got a whole bunch of gorillas ready to pull the trigger
And we out for that paper
Comin' from a life of crime
Tryna be on my best behavior
You see my rep's gettin' bigger
But still that same nigga bustin' shots at them haters
But only if you cross that line
Don't cross that line
Hopin' that you don't cross that line
Don't cross that line
Baby don't cross that line
Don't push me nigga, I ain't pussy nigga
You would-be killers, yeah this could-be nigga
The last minute of your last breath
I'm the last image right before your last step
Shotta, Glock poppa, my block hotter
Cross the line, pay the fine (Ross) cop dollars
No matter your age, creed or color nigga
Can't cut it, stay choppin' through the butter nigga
Critics wonder will I last long
Even though I showed my ass on my last song (Ross)
I gets my mash on (Ross) no mask on (Ross)
Cross Ross, baby, it'll be a sad song
If you ever cross that line
I guarantee you there'll be nothin' to save you
I got a whole bunch of gorillas ready to pull the trigger
And we out for that paper
Comin' from a life of crime
Tryna be on my best behavior
You see my rep's gettin' bigger
But still that same nigga bustin' shots at them haters
But only if you cross that line
Don't cross that line
Hopin' that you don't cross that line
Don't cross that line
Baby don't cross that line
In “Cross That Line” by Akon, he talks about being from a life of crime but trying to make the best of it by being on his best behavior. He warns that if anyone crosses him, he has a whole bunch of gorillas who are ready to pull the trigger. The chorus repeats that if you ever cross that line, there will be nothing to save you. He talks about his upbringing in the crackhouse and his brother knowing life was illegal from a young age. He wanted to find knights and regals and painted his car to be recognized. Akon also mentions having to carry guns for protection and loyalty to his fellow gang members. He ends by saying not to push him, as he's not weak and will fight back.
Line by Line Meaning
If you ever cross that line
If you ever cross a certain point or do something that offends me
I guarantee ya there'll be nothin' to save ya
I assure you that there will be no one to help you
I got a whole bunch of gorillas ready to pull the trigga
I have a group of violent and dangerous people who are ready to use their guns
And we all for that paper
We are all motivated by money
Comin' from a life of crime
I come from a background of illegal activities
Tryna be on my best behavior
I am trying to act properly and stay out of trouble
You see my rep's gettin' bigger but still that same nigga bustin' shots at them haters
Even though my reputation is growing, I am still the same person who will shoot at those who hate on me
But only if you cross that line
But this is only true if you offend me
Don't cross that line
Do not do something that will cause me to be angry with you
When I'm low on funds, I'ma load up guns
When I don't have enough money, I will arm myself
Slap ya in the head I'ma open one
I will use my gun to hit you in the head
African in bed, she just hope I'm done
My sexual partner from Africa hopes that our intercourse will end soon
See the voodoo priest then the coke gon' come
After I see someone who practices voodoo, cocaine will be available to me
Open up a drum, I'm eatin' Oprah crumbs
I am making do with very little money
Don't push me nigga, I ain't pussy nigga
Don't make me angry, I'm not weak
You 'would be' killas, that is 'could be' nigga
You are not real killers, you are only potential killers
Critics wonder will I last long
Critics question whether I will continue to be successful
Even though I showed my ass on my last song
Even though I was criticized for my previous work
Cross Ross baby it'll be a sad song
If you offend me, there will be consequences
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: William Roberts, Aliaune Thiam
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Yip
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If you’re listening to this song in 2020 you’re a winner in life 👍🏽🥂🍾
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Well this the the ganster ram back then
@dj_rasmafia_don680
Well said
@charlesspencer798
Don't cross that line 🏋️
@mamnykk8515
I was stronger
@mamnykk8515
I was faster
@unlimitedshakasms4884
2021 still pushing, even covid can't kill the vibe. Blessings to everyone reading this 💖
@yawakyeampong7845
I tell you and that's one of my favourite track