Akon On How Hip-Hop's Opulence Is Unnecessary & Disrespectful & Why He's Lighting Africa
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 มี.ค. 2014
- Konvict Music Mogul Akon stopped by Sway in the Morning to discuss his new project, "Lighting Africa" and his single, "So Blue." He talked about when he considered going independent. Additionally, he discussed giving up his investment with Lady GaGa. Akon explained why he wants Africa to completely provided with electricity by 2014. Akon also suggested that hip-hop has a way to change the world and how hip-hop's opulence is somewhat disrespect.
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Akon has been around wealthy people. Wealthy people don't see the world like most, and if they're modest in their lifestyle you'd never know they were wealthy. Glad he said what he said.
they are not modest bro .. they are just not flashy
Akon dropped jewels, priceless... Take note brothers and sisters
You don't hear rappers talk about change and morality and ethics ever. Imagine how glorious hip hop would be if everybody was like this
Can't be. Read the comments on here and understand why. Instead of talking about the depth the man displays and how he matured and refocused, all they talk about is how he stopped being entertaining to them....how he "fell off" and such. I weep for you all.
2pac was the only one... One of the reasons he's the best
If every hip hop artist did this. Heck if they even did that in America...it would change lives.
This interview was a breath of fresh air. Much respect to Akon for keepin it real and positive.
He's right that ppl look like Mascots with all those chains on and stuff. I'd rather look ordinary and be wealthy than the other way around!
Man Akon fell off years ago he's back on point and admits he's woken up from the high glamour fame gold chains/diamonds and his positiveness and influences gives us hope to change the world as he's trying to do.
I would have to agree with you sadly. Musically he feel off years ago, his last album was 2008 which was 6 years ago but he's made a lot of money along the way to become a businessman. I just don't think musically he'll return to where he once was. Hell all of his proteges then fell off of falling from T-Pain to Lady Gaga
I wouldn't say fell off.. When I hear the word fell off it makes me think of someone who " gave up " I'd say more .. He took a sit down for awhile.. A lot of old artist down make a big come back I agree, Eminem made a big come back but every has opinions towards the old and newer style Eminem. I just think it's all about how bad you want it.. And how the music is right and where you are at in life.PresidentCarterIII
When did he fall off? He signed Lady GaGa
He has done it all brothr musically successful he don't need 5 albums to show you he is a living legend bro can't compare him with your rappers wrong word fell off...
There's a saying in Texas... All hat and no cattle. People crack me up about him putting out hits lately... he's a business OWNER, he's getting paid from other hit makers (e.g. Lady Gaga). Akon has cattle and doesn't need to show off in public.
I can understand when you come from poverty and can't eat (literally) and then you can buy anything, how it's hard to restrain, but he nailed it on the head with the two points...
1) why waste the message selling on behalf of other races (selling your people out for chump change so they buy booze, overpriced clothes, and jewelry)
2) people with real money are laughing at you...
He's intelligent and I'm glad he's using it on helping others, even if it's just to give them perspective from the top.
I've never been a huge fan of Akon, but I'm really glad I watched this interview. He's a real dude. Much respect to him.
Don't get caught up
he doesn't drink or smoke.... Smart man
Damn he just hit me with some knowledge.
Akon's vocals are so refreshing and current!
Look at Sway supporting J. Cole's artist, Bas with the Fiend sweatshirt.
Love Love this !!!! beautiful convo.
Akon is a true visionary. Kanye West should take notes...
😂😂😂😂😂
He said when the last time you see me wear diamonds? Anybody else automatically look at that big ass rock in his ear wondering what it was? lol
lmaoooo hell yeah bro
This is a powerfull interview that Akon did man for real, salute to him for everything he's been working on! Real talk!
Great interview! The moral of this interview is “ Africa is the Future”. Respect ✊
I felt a certain kind of way about Akon based on some of his concert antics, but hearing him speak now, he seems like a cool dude. I will def give his music a listen. He's won a fan out of me.
#AKON speaks the truth. DOPE interview. Some of us are clowns and don't even realize it...
i have never press the like button this fast ! preach brother wake black people up !
Diamonds have the value you give it. Similar to most material goods.
Dope. We need more of this.
dope, this interview should be at least an hour...big up Akon it would look so good if the bigger heads of hip hop came together for an project that would leave a lasting positive impact on the urban community and show the true power they have
I really digg the intelligent interviews :) #GoodStuff ✊
Powerful interview.
I was wondering where the hell Akon been! He made a lot of good points, especially with bringing in a rapper in a board of billionaires... but dang Sway, it would've been awesome if you brought up Akon in the studio with Michael Jackson! But I know time descended.
Great insight
Thanks a lot Brother Akon for your great words, please keep open our eyes and may the good Lord continue to bless you more and more, Amen.
Dude is well spoken! I'm glad to see that he's still around!
Great interview. Akon dropping jewels
Akon's speech is super impactful. In many ways, he is the perfect ambassador for the whole Africa! Keep up the good work my bro. Love from the Motherland Africa!
Great interview. He was on point, people need to do better
Damn I forgot Akon was alive.
lmao same.
You all have short memories
who are you? hahaha
I had to pause the video, open a new tab and listen to locked up lol. Still love this song.
Lmaooo me too
YESSSS! that voice in the beginning!
Akon did not fall off I can’t name one bad song by him and his new album is going to be badass!
Good interview, but the last 5 minutes are really where it's at in this one. A lot of food for thought. It was good to see some of the layers the brother has. Forward thinking.
won't see many artists like Akon unfertunenatly
used to listen to him all the time back in the day he was amazing & he still is
Long Live└A Goofy
I love him. I actually listen to all of his old songs
First time seeing this interview in 2020, smdh. Great interview, and RIP John Lewis.
İ didnt know dat Akon was that smart.Respect
Wow!! Akon may your voice carry forth this message and wake people up. I have often said that we will remain where we are if we do not band together and invest in the future.
Akon, the way he thinks is positive and outstanding. My mentor, respect to my brother. Always love watching Akon interviews and speeches, it motivates me a lot.
someone is pressed since he cant be a part of her team anymore. i didnt even know he was still around.
This is why Akon has been one of my favorite artists of all time.. He keeps it real. Excited for the new album!!!
were u at I love #Akon !! and he still have it!! ;-) I understood right away business deal instead of doubt question congratulate him 4 knowing da business!
super relevant words considering the beginning of Gaga's video G.U.Y.
love it when black people show each other love, i fucking Love it!
great discussion
An intelligent man with great words. I hope he's changed, because I havent forgotten the ridiculous notions he has put forth in a number of his own songs. Remember 'i'm so paid'? It is the epitome of the obnoxious lifestyle he condemna. In other words, he is either a hypocrite or he has changed for the better.
his joy is infectious, love it!!!
i have so much more respect for Akon now. Salute to you bruh.
Akon, you are made Africa proud! :)
It's obvious that alot of ppl didn't get a clear understanding of this video and/or have short term memories. This dude is a very smart business man. The fact that he gives back n make investments that will pay off for both sides are rare. I already liked Akon but this interview has risen my respect level for him. Good interview Sway.
I've got so much respect for Akon. He smart as fuck. If you need a role model, there you have him! Shit legit.
Now i gotta open another tab to listen to locked up.
wow i have always liked akon's songs but i never care for him because i thought he was full of himself but i have found a new respect for him, he is sooo intelligent and a good hearted person. i am proud that he is a senegalese like myself.
Incredible words
Powerful at the end
Funny how you can listen to a song when you're little and forget about it, then come back and be blown away by the lyrics. Locked up
this was great, the twenty minutes flew by.
It's 6am here in London, England.. I haven't slept yet & I'm glad I just came across this.. And I have to say this is one of the best short interviews I've ever watched.. And I've watched A LOT of interviews.. Akon speaks a whole lotta sense here.. And it's encouraging to see him investing in Africa.. It's also inspiring, being that this interview was just over a year ago, and a year later, Lighting Africa is finally getting some proper recognition in the media.. Things that are worthwhile take time to build.. Do not despise the day of small beginnings.. -@acharich
if we can have millions of Akon then change would be big
Straight banger
very cool and humble and smart
no matter what akons voice always killllls
That was a message to all. Morenos Latinos Africans and Asiatics. Basically Get the Money and do something BIG with it. GET IT DONE
real talk
WOW AKON IS VERY INTELLIGENT I LOVE HOW HE HAS FULL-CIRCLED TO KNOWING WHAT HIS PURPOSE IS TO HIS RACE & HUMANS IN GENERAL!!
We need to shine more light on this guy. Doing great things like Hussle did.
Aye that track is still going in!
Facts!!!
Truth!
7:06 to 8:53 they straight up ignored the girl on the phone lol!
One of the realest, hands down.
From the beginning, it sounds like Locked Up would sound better if Akon re made the song today haha.
So true
Wow well looks like we know who G.U.Y is partially aimed at. It may have been a smart 'business' decision but It's disgusting that he only used Gaga for money -_-
You clearly didn't hear him say they are good friends and he will help her out with whatever she needs.
He said it , and I quote "we're family" you deaf idiot
You madd bro lol
I wasn't talking to you lol
***** business is business ! so stop bitchin' !
Never ever would have guessed how smart akon and how good of a person he is
I just think it's funny how he talks about building a business to sell. but then he signs Jeffree Star, a cross dressing dude with pink hair who talks about nothing but plastic surgery. Where is that even going, what money are you making off of that?
Akon is a crappy business man. He's in the music industry he should care more about artistic integrity more than money. Which is pretty fucking sad. When was his last hit?
This man has so much insight its scary
What kind of bracelet is that Akon is wearing?
Incredible
3 legends (I threw HeatherB in the mix)!!!
haven't get how can i donate to that " lighting africa"?
I don't know who this guy is or what his music sounds like ( excluding the snippet at the beginning of the interview ) BUUT just by hearing him out through this interview I must say , he acquired a New Fan . . . . FR FR
And Akon putting people on to game....Millionaires don't wear Jordan's and chains..they laugh at people who do.Crazy world.
Akon humble and generous and selfless and likeable af. honest guy
simple as
Luv
Sway is the homie =D
Most clever guy in the Industry
Akon spoke 100% truth...life lesson.
He needs to be asked where that locked song came from. Who
Wrote it. Would be an interesting answer.
Smartest thing he ever did way get away from gaga. He didn't need her anyway. Great business move.
Lmao love it.. Love and live my people
No offense Akon is African therefore he has a sense of self and where he comes from.Hes not black in America like most of us are.Hes is what we should be if we knew our culture and where we came from.
Kim wright, I 100% agree he knows who he is, and appreciates where he comes from, and he's history.
That's what I call KEEPING IT REAL..
❤️🖤
Dope talk Akon..Respect
7:40, I'm thinking, "But isn't someone on the phone?"
8:20, I'm thinking, "Oh they just forgot about Kayla like that?"
8:42, "Phew, let the girl speak man!"
LOL, GOTTA LUV HIS HONESTY.... SMH@ THE MUSIC INDUSTRY.., BUT IT IS A BUSINESS.. PROUD TO SEE BROTHERS BEGINNING TO WISEN UP AND GET THEIR JUST DO'S.... GA GA IS NO DIFFERENT FROM ANY NEW ARTIST OR THOSE OF THE PAST.. WHEN YOUR NO LONGER HOT, YOU WILL LOSE YOUR SPOT!!