It's rare that you hear an african rapper blowing up this side of the Atlantic. Hopefully Akon's, the Senegalese born rapper's debut album Trouble will not be the last. Akon's stunning lyrical content and the West African inspired vocals make the album complete. Ghetto is a track that's bound to be a favorite among listeners. Smooth West African style vocals spell out the universal plight of living in ghettos from Soweto to Lagos - from Philly to L.A.
Born Aliaune Thiam, Akon's road to success plays out like an after-school special. Boy moves to New Jersey from Senegal. Boy meets crime. Boy ends up in Jail. Boy discovers Hip-Hop and puts together a tape in his home studio. Tape eventually makes its way to SRC/Universal execs, a record deal is done and Boy's debut album is released.
