Akon
Akon is a popular American singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his catchy hits and unique blend of R&B and hip-hop. He gained fame in the early 2000s with songs like 'Lonely' and 'Smack That,' and has collaborated with numerous artists across various genres. Akon is also recognized for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in Africa, where he has initiated projects to provide electricity and promote renewable energy.
Born on Apr 16, 1973 (52 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | 1 | 8.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 2,815 | $15,000 | 14$ |
| Kenya | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 48,225 | $106,000 | 95$ |
| Totals | 2 | 56,732,463 | 51,040 | $121,000 | 109$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Kenya:
Akon has been here multiple times, including a performance in 2009 at the MTV Africa Music awards.
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Jamaica:
Akon collaborates with Shaggy on the new single Boom Body.
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Pakistan:
Akon, a well-known American singer, was arrested by police in DeKalb County, Georgia.
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Cabo Verde:
Akon has provided significant support to June Freedom in his music career.
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New Zealand:
Akon was among the R&B stars due to perform at Juicy Fest.
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Croatia:
Akon is getting divorced from his wife Tomeka Thiam after nearly 30 years of marriage.
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Ghana:
Akon is a singer who is going through a divorce after 28 years of marriage.
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Uzbekistan:
Akon will present his best songs at the festival, captivating millions of hearts.
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Israel:
Akon invited a fan on stage to perform his song 'Trading Places'.
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Romania:
Akon stated in an interview that he believes Brandon Howard is the son of Michael Jackson.
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