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Aliaune Thiam Akon

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Aliaune Thiam Akon

b. 1973

Senegalese-American singer (born 1973)

Late 20th Century

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1973 April 16, 1973 →

Biography

Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam, is a Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, record producer, businessman and philanthropist. An influential figure in world music, he rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of his single "Locked Up". Styled in hip-hop, it preceded the release of his debut studio album Trouble (2004), which became his commercial breakthrough and spawned the R&B-styled follow-up, "Lonely", the following year.

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1973
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American singer and song writer

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