Akon's Houses and Cars & Why he is the artist with the most houses on earth!

 

this article will open Akon's Houses and cars and how he lives a life full of respect!1. Who is Akon? - Akon's Biography

Akon is an American-Senegalese whose full name is Aliaune Thiam Badara Damala Akon.

Akon's age

Akon, 47, was born into a Muslim family on 16th April 1973 in St. Louis Missouri, United States.

The superstar vocalist who is well known for his R&B music and features in collaboration with other hip-hop artists is of an Africa descent.

Why? Let's find out!

Akon's Family and childhood

Both of his parents are working in the field of art with his mother, Gueye Kin Thiam, being a dancer, and his father, Mor Thiam, a popular Jazz musician. It is understandable that Akon's music ability was somehow inspired by a family that has instilled music into their tradition.

In New Jersey where he was growing up as a teenager, Akon started singing and performing?

Akon embarked on performing at a tender age as a teenager who started in New Jersey, which affected his decision to drop out of Clarke Atlanta University right in the first semester to pursue a career in music. This decision nurtured his music business when more and more home recordings were produced and well-received.

2. Music and Collaboration

Akon got his record label in 2003 and has released so many albums since then having R&B style vocals with hip-hop beats.

His career started to bloom in 2003 meeting his friend and later mentor, Devyne Stephens. Stephens later helped the African-American singer produce his songs which got widely praised with hit tracks such as Lonely, and Ghetto. This is the foundation for a young artist who went on to be featured in more than 300 songs.

Ones of his most famous collaborations that can be named are with stars like Lionel Richie, Michael Jackson, Gwen Stefanie, and Snoop Dogg. Akon launched the debut album “Trouble” in 2004 which included “Lonely” and “Locked up” hit tracks; these were money magnet songs.

Besides, the rapper takes up the roles of a producer and songwriter too. His label has helped many artists like Lady Gaga, T-Pain, Kardinall Offishall, R.City and a few others on the way to becoming their finest pieces.

Notable achievements

If you have to name a song the reminder of his success, it is "Lonely" which is the biggest hit along with "Locked up" in his debut album "Trouble" in 2004.

Aside from that, tracks like “Gunshot” which sold more than 1.9 million copies around the world should be in the mention too, and please remember this was a promotional single track in 2001.

He had his second album released in 2006; “Konvicted”, as it was named became another wonder to behold which stayed on the top of music charts. Many tracks in this album were hit songs of its time and could keep the fans jamming till the next album.

The year 2008 saw another album named “Freedom”; a name which was given after a prior name “Acquitted”.

Why should we call Akon a superstar? It's because the hip-hop artist has won up to 36 awards including “Artist of the Year”, “Producer of the Year”, “World Best Selling Artist” in different categories, and been a five-time nominee of the Grammy Awards.

3. Akon's net worth

Akon does not only make money from singing alone but owns a real estate investment, his label Konvicted, Aliaune clothing lines, and also the Confident Foundation with a mission to empower disadvantaged youth in the US and Africa.

According to Forbes Akon is rated the 80th world’s most powerful man for what he did for music and the youth. The multimillion-dollar singer and rapper also profit so much from Pepsi soccer which adds up to Akon's overall net worth of more than $80 million.

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4. Akon's Cars and House

Akon's Cars

Are you wondering how his taste for cars is? Just like any millionaire, Akon got big hands in spending for luxury. Let's see how the Lonely crooner enjoys his million income:

1. Lamborghini Gallardo

Akon's Lamboghini Gallardo

This was the best selling model of Lamborghini with its 5.0L 10 engine that packs 493 hp that powers a semi-automatic manual transmission system.

The superstar artist enjoys the E-gear pattern which his Gallardo comes with, and it is designed for a faster change of speed. This is one of the 2 Lamborghinis in Akon's car collections, and his taste for quality and luxury is completely represented in this car.

2. Lamborghini Murcielago Roadster

Akon's Lamborghini Murcielago

A white Murcielago Roadster, with a stunning & glowing exterior along with a bright red interior that provides a huge relaxation space, surely won't disappoint the Senegalese-American singer.

The Double passenger’s sitter car features a V8 Engine, 48 valves producing high horsepower range to enable the car reach 0-62mph in 3.8 seconds at a top speed of 199mph.

3. Ferrari 458 Italia

The Ferrari 458 Italia is one of Akon's favorite customized luxury cars, and he is always seen with it.

This luxury car features 4.5-liter equipped V8 engine with 570hp, it features a maximum speed of 202mph and reaches a speed of 0-62mph in about 3.4 seconds.

This Italian pride has a dazzling white exterior and a spacious interior that makes the car more enjoyable when driving.

Akon's Ferrari 458

4. Dartz Prombron SUV

An obvious luxury owned by the African music star is the Dartz Prombron SUV. This vehicle is designed with a masculine V8 engine producing 400BHP that makes up to 180kmph, putting on a white armored exterior.

There is a 360-degree surveillance video system with Recaro seat at front, and back massage seat. Imagine how enjoyable life could be?

Akon's Dartz Prombron SUV

5. Porsche Panamera

Akon owns a white customized Porsche Panamera by Exclusive Motoring Company, Miami.

This luxury car is a 4-seat sedan, designed with a V8 engine that reaches speed from 0-60mph in 3.5 seconds, a three-mode suspension that makes the car run very comfortable at a high speed, and black and white Savin wheels to carry the most difficult occupants!

Akon's Porsche Panamera

6. Audi R8

The Audi R8 is one of the most expensive exotic cars in Akon's car collection. This luxury car features a V10 petrol engine developing 602bhp @ 8250 rpm, The car features a maximum speed of 330mph and reaches speed 0-100mph with 3.2seconds.

This Audi is a two-seater with a spacious interior and a white exterior color.

Akon's Audi R8

7. Spyker C8 Aileron

This is a coupe made by Dutch automaker Spyker which runs on a 4.2-liter supercharged V8 engine. Akon had got the interior of this supercar customized with yellow while its exterior is white. The speed can reach up to 300 km/h from its 525 hp generated by the engine.

Akon's Spyker C8 Aileron

9. Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren

Akon's Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren

This is currently a limited-edition roadster with a coupe body design and inspired by sports. The SLR means Sports Light Racing; this vehicle has a 5-speed automatic transmission which is powered by a 5.4-liter supercharged aluminum engine.

A powerful car built by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren car manufacturers. This special supercar in Akon's car collection is no more manufactured by the company, so it is a rare possession.

Akon's Houses

Akon’s houses are worth millions of dollars, including his house in Alpharetta, Georgia, and a white house at Woodland Hills.

It is safe to say that there is no other artist to build more houses than Akon who sacrificed much of his fortune to help make a better Africa. Who can build more houses than one who builds his own city? Yes, right! He builds Akon City on a 2,000 acre land back in Senegal.

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5. Conclusion

Africa has witnessed big changes over the decades. Some would give credit to the government's endeavor in making the lives easier with the people but little do you know those who like Akon bring along great impacts to the young continent too.

And who can blame him to enjoy his luxury after years of dedication for music and African dreams? With all respect, we love how Akon's houses and cars represent his net worth and hope he even thrives more in his career to help more Africans in Senegal as well as Africa.

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