Where are Akon parents from?

Senegalese Born in the United States to Senegalese parents, Akon, or Aliaune Damala Badara Thiam, spent his early years in the West African country.

Where was Akon born and raised?

St. Louis, Missouri, United States Akon/Place of birth

Is Akon a Nigerian?

Singer, songwriter and producer Akon was born Aliaume Damala Badara Akon Thiam in St. Louis, Missouri, on April 16, 1973, to African parents. His family returned to Dakar, Senegal, in West Africa, when Akon was young and lived there until he was 7 years old, when they moved back to the United States.

Who is the best African musician 2020?

Burna boy. One of the top 10 best musicians in Africa is the Nigerian singer, Burna Boy and he is currently the best musician in Africa in 2021. Wizkid. Wizkid is the best musician in Africa in 2021 thanks to his music around the world. Diamond Platnumz. Davido. Fally Ipupa. Tiwa Savage. Sarkodie. Yemi Alade.More items •Jul 20, 2021