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.
Slow Motion
akon Lyrics
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Keep slurring keep pawing swerving on the control
Stevie Wonder's on eyes damn the clothes
Rockin ain't the... Slotting them dudes foes
Fuck the speed limit bitch I'm living like a slow motion
I'm living like a slow motion
Stevie Wonder's on eyes damn the clothes
Rockin ain't the... Slotting them dudes foes
I'm living like a slow motion
Slow motion I let my last girl heart broken
I'm jeep lowing down with the doors open
Policy lonely is start pooring
Yeah my car old school but my bitch ain't pouring
This is the life what I'm about
On 85 get here with my top balls
Bbs tv and my...
Balling on the nigga I'ma string in the women
Ball with the team baby girl we're some winners
Fucking with them lanes which you see them nigga
Got my Stevie Wonder's on I ain't see me niggas
Killing me rappers are pm nigga
[Chorus:]
Moving slow and it's my clearance so they all can see me
Nigga waiting not a tune shit is so easy
I'm living life I'm on top of mine
And there's nobody here could ever stop my grind
Say slow money is better than make it none at all
So I'm taking my time because I'm need it all
Paper chasing getting money you on an other level
But still I'm rocking with them goons and them fucking rebels
Ain't a movie a spril life, I really live it
You heard me talk about it and I probably did it
Real talk slow down take it the time homie
Go harder go home when it's time homie
[Chorus:]
Slow motion, fuck the speed limit slow motion
I like the life skin with the vibe foe
Got my crew religious on with the bank roll
Got the girl live long like a feel go
Real dough I give dough
That seven two sever make me feel hoe
Be hoe and I conceal it
In my ever bullshit and no need me
Kill me on the east with a lot of two little...
From... All black card like the fucking black...
I smoke so many poes that I might kids cancel
[Chorus:]
In Akon's song Slow Motion, he speaks about living life in a slow but steady pace, taking his time to achieve success, and enjoying the journey on his own terms. The lyrics in the chorus emphasize his carefree attitude towards life, with lines such as "keep slurring, keep pawing, swerving on the control" and "fuck the speed limit bitch I'm living like a slow motion." He also mentions that his old school car and wealth attract women, but he is careful not to let anyone bring him down or get in the way of his goals.
The second verse talks about how he's taking his time to make money and be successful, and he's not in a hurry to rush things. He highlights how he's different from other rappers because he's authentic and actually lives the life he talks about in his music. He encourages others to slow down and take their time instead of rushing into things they're not ready for.
Overall, the lyrics in Slow Motion suggest that Akon values the art of taking it slow and steady, and he's confident in his own success to move at his own pace. He's not afraid to live life on his own terms, and he's focused on his goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Keep slurring keep pawing swerving on the control
Continuously drinking, flirting and swerving while driving.
Stevie Wonder's on eyes damn the clothes
Feeling so confident that even a blind man (Stevie Wonder) would be impressed with his appearance.
Rockin ain't the... Slotting them dudes foes
Showing off his style and not caring about his enemies.
Fuck the speed limit bitch I'm living like a slow motion
Disregarding the speed limit and taking life at a slower, enjoyable pace.
I'm living like a slow motion
Continuing to emphasize the slow and relaxed lifestyle he is living.
Slow motion I let my last girl heart broken
Taking it slow because of a previous heartbreak.
I'm jeep lowing down with the doors open
Driving slowly in his Jeep with the doors open, enjoying the moment.
Policy lonely is start pooring
Feeling lonely, but looking to improve his situation.
Yeah my car old school but my bitch ain't pouring
Driving an old school car but having a new, attractive girlfriend.
This is the life what I'm about
Embracing the lifestyle he is living.
On 85 get here with my top balls
Driving on the highway with the top of his car down.
Bbs tv and my...
Enjoying his leisure time with his friends and expensive possessions.
Balling on the nigga I'ma string in the women
Flirting and impressing men and women with his wealth and status.
Ball with the team baby girl we're some winners
Hanging out with his successful and winning friends.
Fucking with them lanes which you see them nigga
Hanging out and doing business with shady people he should avoid.
Got my Stevie Wonder's on I ain't see me niggas
Being so focused on himself he doesn't see or care about others.
Killing me rappers are pm nigga
Being better than other rappers and impressing people.
Moving slow and it's my clearance so they all can see me
Moving slowly and deliberately, showing off his style and success.
Nigga waiting not a tune shit is so easy
Making everything look easy and carefree.
I'm living life I'm on top of mine
Being successful and in control of his life.
And there's nobody here could ever stop my grind
Being determined and unstoppable in pursuing his goals.
Say slow money is better than make it none at all
Preferring to make money slowly but steadily than not making any money at all.
So I'm taking my time because I'm need it all
Taking his time to succeed in everything he wants.
Paper chasing getting money you on an other level
Being completely focused on making money and being successful.
But still I'm rocking with them goons and them fucking rebels
Being loyal to his friends and associates, even if they are dangerous or rebellious.
Ain't a movie a spril life, I really live it
His life is not just an act in a movie, but a real and exciting one.
You heard me talk about it and I probably did it
Talking about his adventurous life and probably already doing it.
Real talk slow down take it the time homie
Being honest and advising his friends to take it slow and enjoy life.
Go harder go home when it's time homie
When the time comes, he will push himself harder or stop without regrets.
I like the life skin with the vibe foe
Preferring his light-skinned girlfriend with good vibes.
Got my crew religious on with the bank roll
Having a loyal and dedicated crew that is also wealthy.
Got the girl live long like a feel go
Having a girlfriend that lives like a Pharaoh.
Real dough I give dough
Having real money and willing to give it away.
That seven two sever make me feel hoe
Driving a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am from the 70s that makes him feel powerful.
Be hoe and I conceal it
Acting like a manwhore but keeping it hidden.
In my ever bullshit and no need me
Living in a world of nonsense and not caring about anyone else.
Kill me on the east with a lot of two little...
Not being concerned about people talking negatively about him on the East Coast.
From... All black card like the fucking black...
Living the life of a wealthy person with all black credit cards.
I smoke so many poes that I might kids cancel
Smoking so much marijuana that it may cause his sperm to be destroyed and unable to have children.
[Chorus:]
Repeating the chorus that he enjoys living his life in slow motion.
Contributed by Caden W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@POSITIVEVIBES10011
100 REASONS TO STAY ALIVE😊😊:
1. to make your parents proud
2. to conquer your fears
3. to see your family again
4. to see your favorite artist live
5. to listen to music again
6. to experience a new culture
7. to make new friends
8. to inspire
9. to have your own children
10. to adopt your own pet
11. to make yourself proud
12. to meet your idols
13. to laugh until you cry
14. to feel tears of happiness
15. to eat your favorite food
16. to see your sAiblings grow
17. to pass school
18. to get tattoo
19. to smile until your cheeks hurt
20. to meet your internet friends
21. to find someone who loves you like you deserve
22. to eat ice cream on a hot day
23. to drink hot chocolate on a cold day
24. to see untouched snow in the morning
25. to see a sunset that sets the sky on fire
26. to see stars light up the sky
27. to read a book that changes your life
28. to see the flowers in the spring
29. to see the leaves change from green to brown
30. to travel abroad
31. to learn a new language
32. to learn to draw
33. to tell others your story in the hopes of helping them
34. Puppy kisses.
35. Baby kisses (the open mouthed kind when they smack their lips on your cheek).
36. Swear words and the release you feel when you say them.
37. Trampolines.
38. Ice cream.
39. Stargazing.
40. Cloud watching.
41. Taking a shower and then sleeping in clean sheets.
42. Receiving thoughtful gifts.
43. “I saw this and thought of you."
44. The feeling you get when someone you love says, “I love you."
45. The relief you feel after crying.
46. Sunshine.
47. The feeling you get when someone is listening to you/giving you their full attention.
48. Your future wedding.
49. Your favorite candy bar.
50. New clothes.
51. Witty puns.
52. Really good bread.
53. Holding your child in your arms for the first time.
54. Completing a milestone (aka going to college, graduating college, getting married, getting your dream job.)
55. The kind of dreams where you wake up and can’t stop smiling.
56. The smell before and after it rains
57. The sound of rain against a rooftop.
58. The feeling you get when you’re dancing.
59. The person (or people) that mean the most to you. Stay alive for them.
60. Trying out new recipes.
61. The feeling you get when your favorite song comes on the radio.
62. The rush you get when you step onto a stage.
63. You have to share your voice and talents and knowledge with the world because they are so valuable.
64.Breakfast in bed.
65. Getting a middle seat in the movie theater.
66. Breakfast for dinner (because it’s so much better at night than in the morning).
67. Pray (if you are religious)
68. Forgiveness.
69. Water balloon fights.
70. New books by your favorite authors.
71. Fireflies.
72. Birthdays.
73. Realizing that someone loves you.
74. Spending the day with someone who loves you
75.Go to hawaii n swim with the dolphins
76. Seeing your grand children
77. Leaving a legacy behind
78. Experience new technology
79. Break the chain of poverty in your family
80. make your momma Proud
81. Make your ex Jealous😃😆 (Deep down we all want that)
82. Be on national TV
83. Win a an awesome award based on what you do
84. Be a living testimony of what HE has done for you
85. Being wrapped up in a warm bed by someone you love.
86. Someone’s skin against yours.
87. Holding hands.
88. The kind of hugs when you can feel a weight being lifted off your shoulders. The kind of hug where your breath syncs with the other person’s, and you feel like the only two people in the world.
89. Singing off key with your best friends.
90. Road trips.
91. Spontaneous adventures.
92. The feeling of sand beneath your toes.
93. The feeling when the first ocean wave rolls up and envelops your toes and ankles and knees.
94. Thunderstorms.
95. Compliments and praise.
96. The taste of your favorite food.
97. The child-like feeling you get on Christmas morning.
98. The day when everything finally goes your way.
99. To look on this moment in 10 years time and realise you did it.
100. To help me hit a thousand Subscribers☺☺.
Ps : Never forget you are a beautiful person 💕You Gotta Love Yourself First b4 Others💯 Life is so beautiful so live, live like no one else exist, live for yourself, don't care bout bad people, you are stronger than you think 💪💪I LOVE YOU , 🆂🆄🅱🆂🅲🆁🅸🅱🅴
@wisdomsaboo1557
Wow Akon giving the Nigerian Music Pattern 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬
@YourWeeklyTopic98
I am your '' Akon GOAT🐐'' button
@BrothermanDeservedforFree
When I see Akon, I just click 😍 He was my teenage icon 😭
@nataliasaray3832
X2
@sxulja-xn28
Yeah same
@joetant6260
When he linked up with kardinal official jeez! 🔥
@BishalThakuri93
Same here 🫶
@SAVAGEBR
Yesssss!
Akon the boss in 2006, 7, 8...
@Rugambamachine7714.
From Burundi 🇧🇮 we love u and your music 🎶 African brother Akon🎼🔥🔥🔥
@DJREZKI
We need akon old 💪🔥