Trouble
Akon · 2004
56 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · reggae
Akon's debut melds smooth R&B melodies with hip-hop beats, creating a captivating blend of urban and pop sensibilities.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- smooth melodies for late nights steady mid-tempo groove throughout reflective vibes during solo drives
- Context
- Released in January 2004, 'Trouble' was Akon's debut studio album following his breakthrough single 'Locked Up.' At this point in his career, he was transitioning from an underground artist to a mainstream sensation, setting the stage for his subsequent hits.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, reggae
Trouble is an album by Akon, released in 2004. Akon's debut melds smooth R&B melodies with hip-hop beats, creating a captivating blend of urban and pop sensibilities. 'Trouble' achieved commercial success, peaking at number 1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album's standout track, 'Lonely,' became a global hit, showcasing Akon's unique sound and solidifying his place in contemporary R&B and pop music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Trouble sound like?
Akon's debut melds smooth R&B melodies with hip-hop beats, creating a captivating blend of urban and pop sensibilities. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Trouble by Akon notable?
'Trouble' achieved commercial success, peaking at number 1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album's standout track, 'Lonely,' became a global hit, showcasing Akon's unique sound and solidifying his place in contemporary R&B and pop music. Released in January 2004, 'Trouble' was Akon's debut studio album following his breakthrough single 'Locked Up.' At this point in his career, he was transitioning from an underground artist to a mainstream sensation, setting the stage for his subsequent hits.
Who is Trouble for?
Trouble works well if you're into smooth melodies for late nights, steady mid-tempo groove throughout and reflective vibes during solo drives.
How many songs are on Trouble?
Trouble has 15 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Locked Up Standout 3:56
- 2 Trouble Nobody 3:23
- 3 Bananza (Belly Dancer) Standout 4:00
- 4 Gangsta 4:16
- 5 Ghetto 3:55
- 6 Pot of Gold 3:36
- 7 Show Out 3:25
- 8 Lonely Standout 3:56
- 9 When the Time's Right 3:44
- 10 Journey 4:18
- 11 Don't Let Up 4:03
- 12 I Won't 3:16
- 13 Locked Up (remix) 4:12
- 14 Gunshot (Fiesta Riddim) 2:57
- 15 Locked Up (remix) 3:48
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
Senegal
Runtime
56 min 45 sec
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