What makes Like Money by Akon notable?

'Like Money' marked Akon's exploration into new musical territories with its dance-pop sound, contributing to the global rise of electronic influences in mainstream music. The song's collaboration with K-Pop group Girls' Generation further exemplified cross-genre collaborations during this period, highlighting Akon's adaptability and international appeal. By 2012, Akon was already an established figure in the music industry, having gained fame with hits like 'Smack That' and 'Lonely'. 'Like Money' emerged as part of his broader efforts to maintain relevance in a rapidly evolving pop landscape, following his previous album 'Freedom' released in 2008.

How many songs are on Like Money?

Like Money has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Like Money

Akon · 2012

3 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B

An infectious blend of Europop and dancehall rhythms underpins Akon's signature smooth vocals.

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Like Money — This track showcases Akon's ability to fuse pop and dancehall elements, reflecting his signature style while also embracing contemporary trends in music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

42 /100

Lowland

Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The track combines familiar elements of dance-pop with Akon's style but doesn't stand out significantly in its genre.

What we noticed

The track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat, typical of dance-pop, which drives the rhythm throughout.
Akon's vocals are layered with harmonies that complement the electronic production, creating a polished sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Explores new dance-pop sound, marking a shift in Akon's musical direction.
Themes: summer celebration· dancehall fusion· global pop collaboration
Career context: By 2012, Akon was already an established figure in the music industry, having gained fame with hits like 'Smack That' and 'Lonely'. 'Like Money' emerged as part of his broader efforts to maintain relevance in a rapidly evolving pop landscape, following his previous album 'Freedom' released in 2008.
Stylistic neighbors: Sean Paul· Pitbull· Jason Derulo