Authorship Breakdown 12 / 12 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 12 tracks with documented writers, by whether Akon carries a lyricist or composer credit.
12 trackswritten by Akon
0 tracksoutside writers
Akon's roles on this album
Share of the 12 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer92%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
12
Tracks
31
Lyricists
7
Producers
2
No.1 Singles
6 million
US Copies Sold
2006
Released
Awards & Recognition 1
Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Album (2008, Nominated)
Data Insight
Konvicted is Akon's commercial peak, anchored by three blockbuster singles he co-wrote and largely produced: "Smack That" with Eminem, "I Wanna Love You" with Snoop Dogg, and "Don't Matter," the latter two both reaching No. 1. He wrote his own hooks and verses while pulling in marquee guests, and the album went 6x Platinum and earned three Grammy nominations.
Track Listing & Credits 12 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Shake Down
|
Aliaune ThiamGiorgio Tuinfort | Aliaune ThiamGiorgio Tuinfort | AkonGiorgio Tuinfort | Akon |
| 2 |
Blown Away
|
Aliaune ThiamGiorgio TuinfortDavid Styles | Aliaune ThiamGiorgio TuinfortDavid Styles | Giorgio TuinfortAkon | AkonStyles P |
| 3 |
Smack That
#2
|
Aliaune ThiamMarshall MathersLuis RestoMike Strange | Aliaune ThiamMarshall MathersLuis RestoMike Strange | Eminem | AkonEminem |
| 4 |
I Wanna Love You
#1
|
Aliaune ThiamCordozar Broadus Jr. | Aliaune ThiamCordozar Broadus Jr. | Akon | AkonSnoop Dogg |
| 5 |
The Rain
|
Aliaune ThiamDwight ReynoldsTheron ThomasTimothy ThomasS. Crocker | Aliaune ThiamDwight ReynoldsTheron ThomasTimothy ThomasS. Crocker | Akon | Akon |
| 6 |
Never Took the Time
|
Aliaune ThiamKeon BryceSteve Skinner | Aliaune ThiamKeon BryceSteve Skinner | Akon | Akon |
| 7 |
Mama Africa
|
Aliaune ThiamHakim AbdulsamadDalton BrownieBobby DixonEverold DwyerPaul EltonBruce GowdyTilmann OttoDave Richards | Aliaune ThiamHakim AbdulsamadDalton BrownieBobby DixonEverold DwyerPaul EltonBruce GowdyTilmann OttoDave Richards | Akon | Akon |
| 8 |
I Can't Wait
|
Aliaune ThiamFaheem Najm | Aliaune ThiamFaheem Najm | AkonT-Pain | AkonT-Pain |
| 9 |
Gangsta Bop
|
Aliaune ThiamT. NielsenRune Rask | Aliaune ThiamT. NielsenRune Rask | AkonTroo.L.SRusk | Akon |
| 10 |
Tired of Runnin'
|
Aliaune ThiamH. BanksC. HamptonR. Jackson | Aliaune ThiamH. BanksC. HamptonR. Jackson | Akon | Akon |
| 11 |
Once in a While
|
Aliaune ThiamBrian BoulaiSkip Prokop | Aliaune ThiamBrian BoulaiSkip Prokop | Benny DAkon | Akon |
| 12 |
Don't Matter
#1
|
Aliaune ThiamBob MarleyA. Lawson | Aliaune ThiamBob MarleyA. Lawson | Akon | Akon |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 39 contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions Konvicted
Who is featured on Smack That by Akon?
"Smack That" features Eminem, who also co-produced it. It reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was the lead single from Konvicted.
Did Akon have number-one hits on Konvicted?
Yes. "I Wanna Love You" with Snoop Dogg was his first No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, immediately followed by his solo chart-topper "Don't Matter." The two held the top spots consecutively.
Did Akon write and produce Konvicted?
Akon co-wrote and produced much of the album himself, writing his own hooks and verses alongside guests like Eminem, Snoop Dogg, and T-Pain. His production shaped its melodic R&B and hip hop sound.
How many copies did Konvicted by Akon sell?
Konvicted was certified 6x Platinum by the RIAA in the United States. It debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and was one of the best-selling albums of 2007.
Was Konvicted by Akon nominated for a Grammy?
Yes. The album received three Grammy nominations, including Best Contemporary R&B Album and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for its singles.
When was Konvicted by Akon released?
Konvicted was released on November 14, 2006, through Konvict Muzik and Universal Motown. It was his second studio album and biggest commercial success.