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.
Searching For Love
akon Lyrics
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I got everything in this world a man could ever want
If you search deeper inside me all I really need is love from you
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
I got everything in this world a man could ever want
If you search deeper inside me all I really need is love from you
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
Every night, every night, I'm on a mood
With a super model, you might seen her from youtube
She's got that good love waiting I got it too
Making either one us waking up next to you, right next to you
See I may be rich, and I may have money
There's something missing in my life I always wanted
Had a 1000 chicks, only few I called my honeys
I need to fall in love and I can see it coming
[Chorus]
I got everything in this world a man could ever want
If you search deeper inside me all I really need is love from you
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
I got everything in this world a man could ever want
If you search deeper inside me all I really need is love from you
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
True gentleman, super star,
You see me rolling in, aha, my fancy car
Sitting ride beside me is a beautiful girl I saw
Take her to the boom boom boom and another one to mark
I got an addiction, that's hard to cure
You got an affliction that keeps me wanting more
Changing my direction so I can fall in love
So hard cause my collection is so out of this world
See I may be rich, and I may have money
There's something missing in my life I always wanted
Had a 1000 chicks, only few I called my honeys
I need to fall in love and I can see it coming
[Chorus]
I got everything in this world a man could ever want
If you search deeper inside me all I really need is love from you
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
I got everything in this world a man could ever want
If you search deeper inside me all I really need is love from you
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
I know that you would want to
Have someone in your lifetime love you
If you can show that you really want to
There'll be no limit to what your heart will allow you
When it comes to love, when it comes to love, when it comes to love
I feel empty, still searching
When it comes to love, when it comes to love, when it comes to love
I feel empty, still searching
[Chorus]
I got everything in this world a man could ever want
If you search deeper inside me all I really need is love from you
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
I got everything in this world a man could ever want
If you search deeper inside me all I really need is love from you
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
The lyrics of Akon's song "Searching For Love" tell the story of a man who seems to have everything life could offer. He is wealthy, has all the material luxuries, and enjoys a parade of beautiful women. Yet, despite all of his successes, there seems to be something missing in his life. He is constantly searching for love, and as much as he tries to fill that void, nothing seems to work.
The first verse starts with him describing his lifestyle where he is frequently spending time with beautiful women, but even with all of that, he still feels empty. He's been with many women, but he has yet to find someone worth calling his "honey." In the second verse, he makes it clear that he is not just searching for any type of love, but a genuine and reciprocated feeling of love. He's aware of his addiction to women, but he wants a relationship that satisfies him on a deeper level.
The chorus serves as a reminder of his search for love. Even though he has everything any man could want, he still feels incomplete. He's aware of his emptiness, and he is aware that he's been searching for that one true love, the one thing that could satisfy his soul. He is hopeful that one day he'll find the person he's looking for to love him as he is.
Overall, the song is full of honesty, vulnerability, and depth. Akon's lyrics convey a powerful message that money and material possessions can't buy happiness or love. He is searching for more significant meaning in his life, and he hopes to find someone special to share his journey with.
Line by Line Meaning
I got everything in this world a man could ever want
I have achieved success and wealth in every aspect of my life.
If you search deeper inside me all I really need is love from you
Despite my success and wealth, I am lacking in love and I am searching for someone to fill that void.
Searching for love, I'm just searching for love
I am actively seeking love and companionship.
Every night, every night, I'm on a mood
I am constantly in a certain mindset or mood, which includes seeking out different experiences and individuals for companionship.
With a super model, you might seen her from youtube
I am often in the company of beautiful women, many of whom are models and have a strong online presence.
Making either one us waking up next to you, right next to you
My lifestyle often involves hooking up with various women, but deep down, I desire a deeper connection and relationship with someone I truly care about.
See I may be rich, and I may have money
While my wealth and success can bring me temporary happiness, it does not fulfill my need for true love and companionship.
There's something missing in my life I always wanted
Despite everything I have achieved, there is still a hole in my life that I cannot fill without finding true love.
Had a 1000 chicks, only few I called my honeys
Throughout my life, I have had many casual relationships, but only a few of them have truly meant something to me.
I need to fall in love and I can see it coming
I crave a deep, meaningful love and I feel that I am on the cusp of finding it.
True gentleman, super star,
I am a successful and talented person who also prides themselves on being a true gentleman.
You see me rolling in, aha, my fancy car
My wealth and success is reflected in the luxurious items I own, such as my fancy car.
Sitting ride beside me is a beautiful girl I saw
I often have beautiful women accompany me, but there is still a void in my life without true love and companionship.
I got an addiction, that's hard to cure
My constant search for love and companionship has become an addiction that is difficult to control.
You got an affliction that keeps me wanting more
The more I search for love and companionship, the stronger my desire for it becomes.
Changing my direction so I can fall in love
I am actively changing my lifestyle and habits in order to create opportunities to find true love.
So hard cause my collection is so out of this world
My past experiences and relationships have been so far removed from what I truly desire in a relationship that it is difficult to break away from that pattern.
I know that you would want to
I believe that there is someone out there who wants the same kind of love and companionship that I do.
Have someone in your lifetime love you
Finding love and companionship is a crucial part of living a fulfilling life.
If you can show that you really want to
It takes effort and a genuine desire to find true love and companionship, and I am willing to put in that effort.
There'll be no limit to what your heart will allow you
Making that effort and finding true love and companionship can bring limitless happiness and fulfillment.
When it comes to love, when it comes to love, when it comes to love
Love is the most important thing in my life, and it is what I am constantly searching for.
I feel empty, still searching
Despite everything I have and everything I have experienced, I still feel empty inside without true love and companionship.
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