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.
Look At Me Now
akon Lyrics
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Dont know about you nigga but the street's been good to me.
Even took a whole lotta bullshit but it made me a stronger G.
Dont know nuttin else but the street life when it come to me.
I never thought i'd ever think about bitin the hand that fed me.
Look at me now.
Lookin for a way to get off the block.
I said look at me know.
Man, look at me know.
Think about it each and every day.
Look at me now.
Dont know about you nigga but the street's been good to me.
Even took a whole lotta bullshit but it made me a stronger G.
Dont know nuttin else but the street life when it come to me.
I never thought i'd ever think about bitin the hand that fed me.
Look at me now.
Lookin for a way to get off the block.
I said look at me know.
This life im livin must stop.
Man, look at me know.
Think about it each and every day.
Look at me now.
Just look at me now.
[Obie Trice]
Obie Trice, real name no gimmicks.
I came in the game profane, no image.
I came in the game with a name i was given
From a man who didnt give a fuck about his legitamate.
I proclaim the name though.
Never in vain though.
Watch the change grow.
A young nigga who didnt gain from fame.
Copped a range rov',
Now they want my brains on the main row.
But they dont understand what i came for.
I came forward, wit a million sold.
Who say you cant grow from mildew and mold.
Get money like Ross Perrault.
Im often told, a coffins the routes i go.
Oh thats the road you on, oh no.
Im down for the rifle tone of faux fuax.
They'll never try to send a nigga home, no no.
I know you wanna catch me at Sunoco.
Show me that your loco, put hoes in my photo, NOPE!
Ope, hold toast no jokes since thugs beat the poli'.
[Akon]
Stayin in im just gettin much older,
Its time time to go start puffin up trees.
Hot glocks just get much colder, dodgin and duckin the police.
How much longer must I stand on this corner?
Gotta get off right away.
How much longer must me see sell on this corner before they take my life away?
Dont know about you nigga but the street's been good to me.
Even took a whole lotta bullshit but it made me a stronger G.
(fades)
The lyrics of "Look at Me Now" by Akon feat. Obie Trice reveal the story of two individuals who came from difficult and challenging backgrounds but found success through perseverance and hard work. They both acknowledge that the streets have been good to them but also recognize the negative aspects of that life as well. The chorus of the song is a reflection on their current status of wanting to move on and break free from the street life.
Akon's verse speaks to the struggles he faced, including being in debt, getting involved in criminal activities, and being pulled into a life of poverty. Despite these challenges, he acknowledges how it made him a stronger person. He also confesses that he never thought he would consider turning against the streets, but now he realizes that he needs to move away from that life.
Obie Trice's verse reveals his passion for rap and his journey to making it in the music industry. He came from nothing, and his name was given to him by a man who didn't care about his own legitimacy. However, he persevered and made it to where he is today. He speaks of the challenges of success, including the threat of violence and the constant need to be on guard.
Overall, "Look at Me Now" is a song of perseverance and self-reflection. It acknowledges the good and the bad of street life, but ultimately encourages listeners to strive for more.
Line by Line Meaning
Dont know about you nigga but the street's been good to me.
I don't know about you, but the streets have been good to me.
Even took a whole lotta bullshit but it made me a stronger G.
I've been through a lot of tough times, but those experiences made me a stronger person.
Dont know nuttin else but the street life when it come to me.
I don't know anything else besides the street life when it comes to me.
I never thought i'd ever think about bitin the hand that fed me.
I never thought I would consider going against the people who have helped me in the past.
Look at me now.
Look at me now.
Lookin for a way to get off the block.
I'm trying to find a way to leave this area.
I said look at me know.
I said, look at me now.
This life im livin must stop.
I need to stop living this life I'm in now.
Man, look at me know.
Man, look at me now.
Think about it each and every day.
I think about it every single day.
Just look at me now.
Just look at me now.
Obie Trice, real name no gimmicks.
I'm Obie Trice, my real name with no fake persona.
I came in the game profane, no image.
I came into this industry with a straightforward and honest approach, with no fake image.
I came in the game with a name i was given.
I entered the music industry with a name given to me by someone who didn't care about being legitimate.
From a man who didnt give a fuck about his legitamate.
The person who gave me my name didn't care about being lawful.
I proclaim the name though.
I use the name regardless of its illegitimate origin.
Never in vain though.
I use the name with a purpose and never in vain.
Watch the change grow.
I'm watching my career grow and transform.
A young nigga who didnt gain from fame.
I'm a young man who didn't benefit much from celebrity status.
Copped a range rov',
I bought a Range Rover.
Now they want my brains on the main row.
Now, people are jealous and want to hurt me for my success.
But they dont understand what i came for.
They don't understand what I'm trying to achieve here.
I came forward, wit a million sold.
I came forward and have sold a million copies.
Who say you cant grow from mildew and mold.
Who says you can't grow and improve from difficult situations.
Get money like Ross Perrault.
I'm making money like Ross Perot.
Im often told, a coffins the routes i go.
People often tell me that I'll end up in a coffin for the path I'm on.
Oh thats the road you on, oh no.
Oh, that's the road you're on? That's not good.
Im down for the rifle tone of faux fuax.
I'm down for the sound of gunshots and fake material possessions.
They'll never try to send a nigga home, no no.
They'll never try to send me back to where I came from.
I know you wanna catch me at Sunoco.
I know you want to catch me off guard and vulnerable.
Show me that your loco, put hoes in my photo, NOPE!
Show me that you're crazy by trying to harm me, but it won't work.
Ope, hold toast no jokes since thugs beat the poli'.
I'm carrying a gun and taking no risks since thugs beat the police.
Stayin in im just gettin much older,
Staying here, I'm just getting older every day.
Its time time to go start puffin up trees.
It's time to leave and start smoking marijuana.
Hot glocks just get much colder, dodgin and duckin the police.
The risk of getting caught with a gun is too high, so I'm avoiding the police.
How much longer must I stand on this corner?
How much longer do I have to stay on this street corner?
Gotta get off right away.
I need to leave immediately.
How much longer must me see sell on this corner before they take my life away?
How much longer do I have to sell drugs on this corner before someone kills me?
Dont know about you nigga but the street's been good to me. (fades)
I don't know about you, but the streets have been good to me.
Contributed by Avery Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kabisdabest2
Gotta be one of the dopest remixes I've heard, Akon's hook fits so well with the 'Oh!' beat
@mateavuckovic4141
Still so good. My taste in music change by 180°,but every song where I hear Akon is so good to me.
@abdul5933
Keep ya head up young soldier the world will know your name…😢
@dakalshiyea
2020 I still think about this amazing song akon wow
@BevOh13
Obie is what makes this song what it is.
@nickikunda9101
Nah, they both complement each other on this track!!!
@MrAdamDIZZ
Love it can't stop listening
@user-ro8qn2zx3u
its 2021 and still enjoying listening to this song.
@blairjones3254
it’s amazing
@Noelhall88
2022 now, still a banger