When was Akon Locked Up released?

2004Locked Up / Released

Who wrote Locked Up Akon?

AkonLocked Up / Lyricist

What is the real name of Akon?

Aliaune Damala Badara Akon ThiamAkon / Full name

How did Akon make his money?

Although the money he has earned through his work in the music industry has contributed to the majority of his personal net worth of $80 million, this is not the only way that Akon has earned money. In February 2007, he launched his own clothing line, called ‘Konvict Clothing’.

Why is Akon called Akon?

With 52 letters and 12 words, it’s no wonder the musician chose to roll with the much shorter stage name Akon. The name comes from Akon’s Senegalese heritage and while he was born and raised in Missouri he spent much of his childhood in the West African country of Senegal even referring to it as his hometown.

Does Akon still make music?

Flash-forward to 2020, and Akon’s music may no longer be blasting from teenage girls’ cars, but the singer has been far from inactive. He’s pivoted from churning out hip-hop and R&B hits to carving out a new identity as a tech entrepreneur in Africa.

What does locked up mean?

phrasal verb. To lock someone up means to put them in prison or a secure psychiatric hospital.

What genre is locked up Akon?

R&B/Soul
ReggaeHip-Hop/RapAfrobeats
Locked Up/Genres

What did Akon do for Africa?

Musician Akon has provided 14 African nations with solar-powered electricity via street lamps and solar panels as part of “Akon Lighting Africa,” a project aimed at providing the continent of Africa with low-cost, sustainable electricity.

Does Akon own Lady Gaga?

While Lady Gaga was working as a song writer at Interscope Records, Akon recognized her vocal talent and signed her to his own label Kon Live Distribution. In a radio interview (Sway in the Morning) in 2014, Akon was asked about his current involvement with Gaga: “Actually I cashed out.

Did Akon discovered Lady Gaga?

The pair’s relationship has never been particularly rocky: Akon is credited with discovering Lady Gaga, working closely with the pop star on her first two albums. When asked for Gaga’s perspective, Akon said she’s not upset. “It’s strictly a business decision.