Senegalese-American singer Akon has spoken about how he contributed to the creation of the Afrobeats genre.
Senegalese-American star Akon has declared his contributions as foundational to the global Afrobeats movement, crediting his late-2000s collaborations with Nigerian artists for shaping the genre. In an interview with Sherri, the Konvict Muzik founder recalled signing Wizkid in 2008 and working with Banky W, P-Square, and D’banj: “What we created in Nigeria was what you see now as Afrobeats.” He highlighted producing the 2010 FIFA World Cup soundtrack as a springboard for these partnerships.
Akon framed his influence as divine destiny: “It’s the role God put me in. I’m a beacon to somebody’s success.” His claims spotlight his early investments in African talent before the “Afrobeats to the World” wave. The singer’s remarks have sparked discussions about the genre’s evolution and key players.
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