AKON - “LONELY”

Once hip-hop took over his life, AKON's musical development exploded and he began channelling his energy into writing and producing his own music. "Trouble" showcases the many different sides to Akon's personality. "Bananza (Belly Dance)" represents the seductive and sensual side of his character and features a unique dance rhythm coupled with a distinct wind instrumentation floating in the background; the more sombre, soulful "Ghetto" and the meditative, impressive "Journey," offer an in-depth look into a harsher world, one that is just as gripping as it is chilling.

AKON's personal appeal and ability to reach the listener comes from his distinctively relaxed singing style. It is as though he is speaking to you as he sings in a very intimate manner.

"TROUBLE evolved from the struggles I went through and what I did and am still doing to correct those things," offers AKON, who has had his fair share of adolescent problems with both the legal and school system, as is reflected in his redemption song "Trouble Nobody." "I've got a habit of writing about everything I go through," he explains, "and this album gives a glimpse of where I am now."

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