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Akon Preps Partnership With TikTok, Afrobeat’s Movement And The Rebirth Of Konvict Muzik

The Senegalese sensation spoke with VIBE about his new EP, 'Akon City,' and Africans taking ownership of their stories.

Don Omar And Akon’s New Video Follows A “Good Girl” In A Bad World

"I am experiencing one of the most creative and productive stages of my career," Omar says of his new music.

Akon Claims He Received $1 Billion Credit Line From China

"We're asking for $5 billion now," the "Locked Up" singer said.

Akon Says Plies Hijacked “I Wanna Love You” From Trick Daddy

"Trick [Daddy] is on the road at this point. The record went to the Slip N Slide email. Plies picked the record up."

Akon Admits To Using Brother As Stage Double When Overbooked

"We cannot leave all this money on the table."

Akon Says He And Michael Jackson Discussed Opening Music Schools In Africa

"Me and Mike were talking about creating music universities throughout Africa."

Akon Brings Jollof, Music & Food Festival To Atlanta

The event will include live music performances, food, art, dance and more.

Here’s What Went Down At The Inaugural Lovers & Friends Festival

The two-day event achieved what many considered to be a pipe dream.