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BET Talks Akon

BET Talks: Akon on Resilience, Positivity, and His Return to Music

The global hitmaker reflects on the journey that shaped his career, his collaboration with icons, and the uplifting message behind his upcoming album, 'Not Guilty.'
12/10/2024
BET Talks Akon
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BET Talks: Akon on His Journey, Iconic Collaborations, and New Music

Akon shares his rise to fame, legendary collaborations, and the inspiration behind his new single, 'Beautiful Day,' while setting the record straight on internet rumors.
12/09/2024

Akon Planning To File Defamation Lawsuit Against Suge Knight

The singer is denying the shocking accusations of sexual assault made by Knight.
11/02/2023

Happy Birthday, Wyclef Jean! A Playlist Celebrating A Music Innovator

The singer-songwriters turns 54 today.
10/17/2023

Akon Says Lack Of Guidance, Alleged-Gang Affiliation Kept Him From Being Next Michael Jackson

The international singer-songwriter made the comments during a recent appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s ‘Club Shay Shay’ podcast.
11/20/2022

Interview: Akon Announces Two New Projects And Explains Why Akon City Is So Important

The singer/songwriter also provides an update on Akon Lighting Africa and why he’s been influential in global music.
11/17/2022
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Akon Shares How He Received $1 Billion In Credit From China

“We did a lot of work. We used it and paid it back.”
10/28/2022

Akon Shares How He Received $1 Billion In Credit From China

The musician used the funds to light up Africa with solar street lights and energy systems.
10/27/2022

Akon Reveals How He And Michael Jackson Were Planning On Building Music Schools In Africa

The “Smack That” artist shared the music school would allow kids to learn how to play instruments, vocal coaching, and about the music business.
09/09/2022
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We Love Ciara
Soul Train Awards 2021

Since Ciara's debut in 2004, her music has encouraged listeners to dance, move and know their own worth, and the entertainer has garnered many impressive accolades along the way.
12/01/2021
Akon on DJ Cassidy's Pass the Mic: BET Awards Edition.
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Akon - "I Wanna Love You"

Akon takes us back with a performance of his 2006 hit song "I Wanna Love You" on DJ Cassidy's Pass the Mic: BET Awards Edition.
06/28/2021