Akon

Akon, born Aliaune Thiam on April 16, 1973, in St. Louis, Missouri, grew up in Senegal before moving to the U.S. Known for his fusion of hip hop, R&B, and pop, Akon rose to fame with hits like "Smack That." He entered the music scene with the release of his debut album "Trouble" in 2004. Akon is renowned for his unique production style, often incorporating his own layered vocals. A moderate fan might know he is involved in various entrepreneurial ventures.