Simply to survive on a daily basis is the foundation from which a true artist builds his craft. Multi-talented beginner Akon is no exception to this rule. His dynamic debut album, Problems, a collection of songs radical, creatively reflects the ups and downs of singer / songwriter / producer of the life experiences of. A fine blend of hip-hop soul, the problem is the first time Akon vibrant tour de force.
"Trouble evolved from the struggles I went through and what I did and I still do to correct these things," offers Akon, who has had its fair share of youth issues in the legal system and school , which is reflected in his Redemption Song "Trouble Nobody." "I used to write everything I spend," he explains, "and this album provides an overview of where I am now."
To understand where AKON is right now is only half the equation. The other half lies in where it came from: this young artist has a unique history. Senegalese African Akon moved to the U.S. when he was seven. His family leads to the legendary percussionist and jazz musician Mor Thiam, whose expertise for playing the djembe, a traditional African drum, has been touted as "unrivaled." Area highlights the environment that the real treasures of artistic value of musicianship and ability to master the instrument has been a major influence on AKON.
It was like Akon and his deeply rooted passion for music, the evolution of the childish admiration, which allowed him to change his life, despite his trouble as a young man living in New Jersey. Akon began playing several different percussion instruments and eventually adopted hip-hop music and culture, despite his initial disdain for the genre. "When I heard the hip-hop I thought it was bad because I do not understand the concept of people talking about music," Akon recalls, "But when I began to grow, live a little and listen to the lyrics, I realized that I was going through a lot of stuff these rappers were talking, and I could tell. "
Once the hip-hop took over his life, AKON's musical development exploded and began channeling his energy into writing and producing his own music. Songs like "Show Out" shows the number of hip-hop influenced. More surprising still rare groove, "Do not tempt me / 'Cause I'm close to the edge / I'm going to try not to lose the head," ring the lyrics that cleverly integrates original school lyrics. At the same time, the song pays tribute to the pioneers of hip-hop without losing its own identity.
At the same time, his first single "Bananza (Belly Dance)" shows another side of the artist. On this song AKON reveals well-being. Singing the pace seductive and sensual, "Bananza (Belly Dance)," Akon is one of the most irresistible tracks. Song in combination with a dance beat only time with a different wind instruments floating in the background guaranteed to improve every listener's mood. The reason for this Akon said: "There are a lot of negative things are happening today." "We need to party and have fun," he continues, "'Bananza ...' And 'a record of the party. Just go to the party club, and enjoy those beautiful women. "
But life is not only beautiful women and leisure, and Akon is well aware of that. The dark, melancholy "ghetto" and meditation, impressive "Journey," Akon gives listeners an in-depth look a severe world, who is also know it's scary. But rather than sensationalize his own drama Alize, Akon sends his audience, the feeling of being part of his inner circle.
Akon personal appeal and ability to reach a listener is a part of his whole package: a package that includes, most importantly, his distinctive voice and a relaxed singing style. It's as if you speak as he sings in a very intimate. "When I sing the sound comes from the mood I am in. These records come directly from the heart," Akon reveals.
Genuine and honest, Akon's music is a step in a new direction: a path that leads us to meet the lovely path. Akon said: "When I have a microphone, I'm just a listener a part of me." Be prepared to receive it.
