Akon News

Akon was born in St. Louis, Missouri, but grew up in both Dakar, Senegal and the U.S. His given name is rumored to be Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam -- now that's a mouthful. And his skill set is just as long; his resume lists him as a hip-hop artist, R&B singer, songwriter, occasional rapper and record producer