Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam (born April 16, 1973), known mononymously as Akon (), is a Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, record producer, and businessman. An influential figure in modern world music, he rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of his
Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam (born April 16, 1973), known mononymously as Akon (), is a Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, record producer, and businessman. An influential figure in modern world music, he rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of his