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.
So High
akon Lyrics
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I'm so high
So high
Sexual high
A sexual high
Know she got me when you see that redness in my eye
Cause I'm so high
So high
Her body so fire
The way she got me dizzy
Floating high up in the sky
[Verse 1:]
Shawty got her back and her body got curves
When she bring it back it's like somebody hit a nerve
Just like that, I love it when you flirt
Take it to the back and hang a Do Not Disturb
Sign on the door cause your boyfriend's a her
Saw me leaving with you and he didn't say a word
Something so beautiful he does not deserve
If I was you baby I'd kick him to the curve
[Bridge:]
They're getting money thrown at you like George Bush
They're getting money thrown at you like George Bush
We tossing from a distance
Lil mama heads up
The way your body moves got me so f****d up
[Chorus:]
I'm so high
So high
Sexual high
Sexual high
Know she got me when you see that redness in my eye
Cause I'm so high
So high
She's my chocolate type
Her body so fire
The way she got me dizzy
Floating high up in the sky
[Verse 2:]
Shawty bonified and she'll never back down
She's the type of shawty that you always want around
Attracted to them real n****s and she know the sound
Of copters and them choppers when that drama come around
She's nothing like your average so called friend
Never miss a visit when you're locked in the pen
Her booty so phat and it's matching with her skin
She sitting on my lap, I'm watching...
[Bridge:]
They're getting money thrown at you like George Bush
They're getting money thrown at you like George Bush
We tossing from a distance
Lil mama heads up
The way your body moves got me so f****d up
[Chorus:]
I'm so high
So high
Sexual high
Sexual high
Know she got me when you see that redness in my eye
Cause I'm so high
So high
She's my chocolate type
Her body so fire
The way she got me dizzy
Floating high up in the sky
[Verse 3:]
Now ain't I ain't I chilled
Now ain't I ain't I real
N****s that squeal... All can't feel
All I got is thorough convicts that surround me
If you don't fit the description, get from around me
Enough of these clowns, let me look at something s***
You can get it, tell me where you want your baby
Kitchen table top, roof or the basement
Got all this money so you'll end up with a rich kid
[Bridge:]
They're getting money thrown at you like George Bush
They're getting money thrown at you like George Bush
We tossing from a distance
Lil mama heads up
The way your body moves got me so f****d up
[Chorus:]
I'm so high
So high
Sexual high
Sexual high
Know she got me when you see that redness in my eye
Cause I'm so high
So high
She's my chocolate type
Her body so fire
The way she got me dizzy
Floating high up in the sky
The lyrics to Akon’s song “So High” describe the feeling of being high on drugs or having a sexual experience that feels like being high. The chorus repeats the phrase “I’m so high” and refers to a “sexual high” where the singer is overcome by the physical and emotional pleasure of being with his lover. He admires her physical appearance, describing her as his “chocolate type” with a “fire” body. The verses describe his attraction to the woman and the way in which she excites him. The bridge, however, takes a darker turn and suggests that money is being thrown at the woman like “George Bush,” implying that she is a sex worker or is being objectified in some way. The final verse has a more aggressive tone, with the singer telling anyone who does not fit his “description” to leave him alone and asserting his wealth as a way to attract women.
The chorus is the most prominent feature of the song, with its repetitive refrain of “I’m so high.” This creates a hypnotic effect that adds to the feeling of being seduced, both by the woman in the lyrics and by the music itself. The verses are more complex, with clever rhymes and wordplay that demonstrate Akon’s lyrical ability. The bridge and final verse bring a sense of danger to the song, hinting at the darker side of drug use and the commodification of women.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so high
The singer is under the influence of drugs and feeling euphoric.
So high
The singer is very high and is enjoying the feeling.
Sexual high
The feeling the singer has is a sexual high.
A sexual high
The singer is experiencing a strong sexual desire.
Know she got me when you see that redness in my eye
The singer's red, blood-shot eyes are a clear indication that he is high and under the influence of drugs.
Cause I'm so high
The reason for the singer's high is due to drug use.
She's my chocolate type
The singer is attracted to a woman with a dark complexion.
Her body so fire
The woman's body is extremely attractive.
The way she got me dizzy
The woman's beauty is making the singer feel disoriented and lightheaded.
Floating high up in the sky
The singer's high is making him feel like he is floating or weightless.
Shawty got her back and her body got curves
The woman is very curvy and her back is particularly attractive to the singer.
When she bring it back it's like somebody hit a nerve
When the woman shows off her curves, it is very arousing to the singer.
Just like that, I love it when you flirt
The singer enjoys when the woman flirts with him.
Take it to the back and hang a Do Not Disturb
The singer wants to have a private moment with the woman and doesn't want to be disturbed.
Sign on the door cause your boyfriend's a her
The woman's boyfriend is not a real man in the singer's opinion because he is not attractive to the woman.
Saw me leaving with you and he didn't say a word
The woman's boyfriend was not happy to see the singer leaving with her but did not say anything.
Something so beautiful he does not deserve
The singer doesn't think the woman's boyfriend deserves to be with someone as attractive as her.
If I was you baby I'd kick him to the curve
The singer advises the woman to leave her boyfriend for someone better.
They're getting money thrown at you like George Bush
People are paying attention to the woman and treating her like a celebrity.
We tossing from a distance
The singer and the woman are throwing things at each other from a distance for fun.
Lil mama heads up
The singer warns the woman to be careful and pay attention.
Shawty bonified and she'll never back down
The woman is very confident and strong-willed.
She's the type of shawty that you always want around
The singer enjoys the company of the woman and wants her to be around him all the time.
Attracted to them real n****s and she know the sound
The woman is attracted to men who are authentic and genuine.
Of copters and them choppers when that drama come around
The woman is familiar with the sound of helicopters and police cars because she has experience with drama and conflict.
She's nothing like your average so called friend
The woman is unique and not like any other friend the singer has had.
Never miss a visit when you're locked in the pen
The woman is loyal and always visits the singer when he is in jail.
Her booty so phat and it's matching with her skin
The woman has a very large and attractive backside that matches her skin color.
She sitting on my lap, I'm watching...
The singer is enjoying the woman's company and is closely observing her every move.
Now ain't I ain't I chilled
The singer is relaxed and laid-back.
Now ain't I ain't I real
The singer is expressing that he is genuine and authentic.
N****s that squeal... All can't feel
The singer doesn't like people who betray others and are not trustworthy.
All I got is thorough convicts that surround me
The singer's friends are all ex-convicts who are loyal and trustworthy.
If you don't fit the description, get from around me
The singer doesn't want to associate with anyone who doesn't fit in with his group of friends.
Enough of these clowns, let me look at something s***
The singer is tired of dealing with fake people and wants to focus on something more interesting.
You can get it, tell me where you want your baby
The singer is asking the woman where she wants to have sex.
Kitchen table top, roof or the basement
The singer is suggesting different locations where they could have sex.
Got all this money so you'll end up with a rich kid
The singer has a lot of money and is implying that the woman could have a child with him and end up with a wealthy partner.
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