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.
DJ Vlad
akon Lyrics
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That's what it is, "The Sound of Revenge"
Summer 2005 nigga, whoooooo
[Chamillionaire]
Gimmick rappers, can't lie forever
But as long as I'm here, gimmick rappers gon die together
Told lil' mama I love drama, no one tried to tell her
The villain's born, dark storms that's my kind of weather
Sending gimmick niggaz to the mall, to go buy umbrellas
Like Eminem was telling them, that they should die it yella
Some of my fans they look like Cham, but say I am better
Picture the though of that, since no one spit a harder rap
I told 'em that I'm Jehova's lil' brother, the God of rap
Don't play me like you a atheist, face it it's more fact
Gimmick rappers have heart attacks, when you tell 'em that God is back
The problem is more than that, like Iraq when the gats in em
You diss me you gon be done, like a snack when the rats get em
After the baptism, the black in the black hit em
No need for that gat, cause fact is the raps kill em
Live your life like a mockery, niggaz will see the prophecy
Stare at a flight of stairs, 'fore you ever think you on top of me
Nigga how could you possibly, think that you could be stopping me
Destiny couldn't stop me, I move and that hoe be watching me
Fans are no longer crying to see, Jay-Z throw up the dynasty
Not big as that nigga Jigga, but nigga tell 'em it's time for me
Rap game is dying to me, I'm the rapper they trying to see
I could bring it back, not only force-ably but violently
Ladies and gentlemen, introducing from Houston
The truth and I'm in the booth, and your truth is a big illusion
What you choosing if you're choosing, to jump into the confusion
You losing and end up choosing, and cruise it into a bruising nigga
(*talking*)
I'm peeping out here in these streets, and I see these old
Record labels trying to advance, trying to drop old material
On a nigga, so instead of Controversy Sells we gon switch it up
Summer 2005, "The Sound of Revenge"
[Chamillionaire]
Then they said on the radio, I ain't beefing with rappers no mo'
But tell 'em to go correct it, cause rappers be acting homo
Came in and screaming duo, I'm leaving and screaming solo
Disrespecting the logo's a no-no, I'll leave you rojo
Hey that's red in Spanish, real niggaz'll never vanish
We rise up and then we ride up on haters, prepare to panic
Put ya teflon on, you better go get it plant it
Rip off your chest piece, to make niggaz remember Janet
Ay log on the net, type in "the villain" and search
And realize why gimmick rappers is hurt, cause the truth hurts
And you jerks (you jerks), is a package of skirts
Put your little advance, back in your purse ha-ha
That nigga say he don't like me, he acting like he a wifey
Ain't held a pistol, acting like he the type that'll snipe me
You don't like me invite me, you don't like me come fight me
And if you can't afford the flight, and you don't like me then write me
I ain't concerned, with any of your concerns
I'm trying to stack, plack on top of plack like gum germs
I got enough tongue twisters, to make the tongue turn
Make the sun burn, I'm so hot I could give it sun burn
So call up, Kay Slay and ask him who is
The trillest to spit it, then call up DJ Whoo-Kid
DJ Drama, Vlad Green, Lantern and Kool-Kid
Tell 'em it's time to switch they playlist up, with the new kid
What's his name, Chamillitary mayn
(*talking*)
Yeah, the hardest rap nigga and if you beg to differ
Step to the mic, and spit some'ing sicker nigga
Ha-ha, Chamillitary mayn
In "DJ Vlad," Chamillionaire takes aim at "gimmick rappers" in the industry who rely on artificial hype rather than having genuine talent. He notes that despite their dishonesty, these rappers won't last forever. Chamillionaire declares himself the "villain," the god of rap and Jehovah's little brother. He describes himself as a force to be reckoned with, both forcibly and violently. He issues a challenge to any rapper who "don't like him" to try to fight him, saying he's unconcerned with their opinions and just wants to stack more money.
The message of "DJ Vlad" is clear: Chamillionaire is not interested in the gimmicks and posturing that dominate the rap industry. Instead, he is focused on his own talent and drive to succeed. He is not afraid of confrontation and is willing to stand up for himself and his music.
Line by Line Meaning
Gimmick rappers, can't lie forever
Chamillionaire believes gimmick rappers will not be successful in the long term
But as long as I'm here, gimmick rappers gon die together
Chamillionaire thinks he is the one who will help bring an end to gimmick rappers
The villain's born, dark storms that's my kind of weather
Chamillionaire sees himself as a dangerous figure who brings about chaos and destruction
Picture the though of that, since no one spit a harder rap
Chamillionaire is proud of his talent for rapping and boasting about it
Don't play me like you a atheist, face it it's more fact
Chamillionaire is saying he is like a god of rap and people should acknowledge it
After the baptism, the black in the black hit em
Chamillionaire describes his rapping style as deadly and says it destroys his rivals
I'm the rapper they trying to see
Chamillionaire sees himself as the most popular and desired rapper in the current scene
And you jerks (you jerks), is a package of skirts
Chamillionaire is belittling and insulting his rivals, calling them weak
What's his name, Chamillitary mayn
Chamillionaire is promoting his own brand and name as a rising star in the rap world
Contributed by Grace E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@flamarjr2000
I can’t express how impressed I am with Akon. Obviously not completely innocent but he is more of a sincere role model than MOST prominent people in America. God Bless him and everything he continues to work on.
@yamahakid450f
No one is completely innocent, not even close
@elgringochiviado2321
So much respect and admiration for what this man has done in his life!
@michaelmclendon6368
Michael jackson
@carlosmcshan5871
I will say this! I’m proud of you Akon for coming where you came from and evolving into the man you are today. Noone is perfect and never sinned, but to be able to recognize it and change it shows growth to me. I’m always gonna be a big fan of your music and hope to live in Africa one day in Akon City. Much love to you Akon.
@don3.lf3
I personally enjoyed this interview. From start to finish. Akon is a down to earth, humble brother and is very inspirational person. I like is vision and he's care for people. He's definitely open my mind to a lot a things that I thought otherwise.
@tarasandberg1654
Akon is so down to earth 🌎 very intelligent man! I have been a fan for years and always will be 💗 we need more people like this
@loverboymack6469
This is one of my favorite interview hands down...now all I do is watching Vlad interview through my 8 hours and sometimes 10 hours shift to get on with my day so far so good and I love it...🙏🏿
@ericaguilera726
What a waste of a job
@nelsonrivera764
@Eric Aguilera clown