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Released 20 years ago

Konvicted

Akon · 2006

62 min · 19 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · reggae

Akon's smooth blend of R&B and hip-hop effortlessly combines catchy hooks with danceable beats.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • danceable beats for celebrations
  • smooth grooves for social gatherings
  • wave-like pacing for energy shifts
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs
  • dynamic flow with emotional peaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy listening experiences

Where this album fits

Themes
nightclub romance· urban love stories
Career context
Released on November 14, 2006, 'Konvicted' was Akon's second studio album, following his debut 'Trouble' from 2004. At this point in his career, Akon was solidifying his status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B and pop music, driven by the success of hit singles and collaborations that established him as a household name.
Stylistic neighbors
Sean Paul· Pitbull· Jason Derulo
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Because of You by Ne-Yo — Shares a smooth blend of R&B and catchy hooks with themes of love and nightlife.
Confessions by Usher — Combines infectious grooves and urban romance, exploring personal relationships in a danceable format.
Epiphany by T-Pain — Features a mix of R&B and hip-hop with playful lyrics and club-ready beats, echoing Akon's vibe.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Shake Down 3:52
  • 2 Blown Away 3:28
  • 3 Smack That 3:32
  • 4 I Wanna Love You 4:07
  • 5 The Rain 3:27
  • 6 Never Took the Time 3:57
  • 7 Mama Africa 4:26
  • 8 I Can’t Wait 3:46
  • 9 Gangsta Bop 4:06
  • 10 Tired of Runnin’ 4:33
  • 11 Once in a While 3:57
  • 12 Don’t Matter 4:53
  • 13 Sorry, Blame It on Me 4:56
  • 14 Rush 4:14
  • 15 Don’t Matter (Calypso remix) 5:37

Disc 2

  • 1 The Journey
  • 2 Smack That
  • 3 I Wanna Love You
  • 4 Don’t Matter

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