Freedom - Akon

"Freedom" is the third album from the R&B singer and producer, Akon, who made it big with a couple of solo hits as well as countless collaborations with others in the same genre and Hip Hop acts too. This 2008 release marks a change in the artist, and reflects in the title as he isn't restricted to emotive work anymore, and is now able to expand to places he hasn't yet explored. 1. "Right Now" Although it got annoying quite quickly, upon its initial release, this tune was a banger, and one where I could tollerate his decision to go into the pure Pop work as he samples some Euro dance music, to ... more

Akon is one of the biggest names in hip hop & R&B, he’s collaborated with countless artists such as: Gwen Stefani, Shontelle, Eminem, T Pain, Snoop Dogg & Lil Wayne among many others. Akon’s real name is Aliaune Thiam although he once announced that his name was Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam! Akon hails from Senegal. Akon became the first artist ever to hold the number one & number two spots simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart twice. Akon’s third album ‘Freedom’ was released 2nd December 2008 & is the first album of his not to carry a ‘Parental ... more

Freedom is akon's third album, which certainly has a different twist to it compared to his last two previous attempts. To me his last two albums were more r'n'b/hip hop/rap. This new album sounds more commercial with a r'n'b/pop/dance feel to it. The album contains all 14 tracks which can be listened to over & over again as they are so catchy: 1)Right Now (Na Na Na) - The lead track from the album which has stormed the charts all over the world. With its catchy chorus and holiday vibe this is a brilliant way to start the album. 2)Beautiful - The first collaboration on the album with the help ... more

I have been an Akon fan for years now, RnB and Rap genious. Recently bought his latest album 'Freedom' and i was literally blown away. The best songs are 'Right Now (na na na)', 'Beautiful' (with Colby O' Donis), 'I'm So Paid', 'Birthmark', 'Clap Again' and last but not least 'Freedom'. All the other songs are very good listening too, great if you want a party with your friends. I find myself listening to this album daily, My favorite at the moment, Extreamly cheap for such a great CD. Buy this is you love RnB, Rap and even Pop music. He should be the best artist for 2009. . . I hope this ... more