Akon on Kanye West, Young Thug, Gunna, Big Meech, Michael Jackson & more | Ep. 60 | CLUB SHAY SHAY

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  • Billboard Artist of the Year, Grammy nominated singer and record producer, Akon stops by the Club for Episode 60! Akon tells Shannon that he believes Chris Brown could’ve been bigger than Michael Jackson.
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Komentáře • 677

  • @ClubShayShay
    @ClubShayShay  Před rokem +72

    What's your favorite Akon song?

  • @mandladludlu8359
    @mandladludlu8359 Před rokem +84

    Akon's laugh is so infectious....😂😂🤣🤣

    • @foxball1771
      @foxball1771 Před rokem +1

      Was looking for this comment , a laugh to light up a room

    • @mikeg8238
      @mikeg8238 Před rokem

      big bacts

  • @HopeMkunte
    @HopeMkunte Před rokem +84

    This wasn't an interview but a great conversation between two amazing guys who respect each other.

  • @mitchellbrock3463
    @mitchellbrock3463 Před rokem +155

    You can tell a lot about a person by the way they laugh. Akon's laugh indicates that he is truly a genuine person.

  • @Amari2time
    @Amari2time Před rokem +44

    I love hearing the crew laughing in the background 😂

  • @TheWrightVisions
    @TheWrightVisions Před rokem +235

    Hey Shannon Sharp, if you're reading this I just wanted to tell you bro I'm so appreciative of your journalism and how you interview people you ask the right questions, you know when to talk and when not to talk. Your funny, your intelligent and I really appreciate you. I can say this is one of the best interviews that I ever seen in a long time. Thank you so much keep doing what you doing brother

    • @emmanuelahagbuje7450
      @emmanuelahagbuje7450 Před rokem +5

      Thank you for this comment!

    • @jbreezyx88
      @jbreezyx88 Před rokem +2

      That part, thank you unc ✊🏾

    • @DrPhill96
      @DrPhill96 Před rokem +4

      Hire a writer so he/she can properly annunciate your thoughts. Or, take some writing courses.

    • @TheWrightVisions
      @TheWrightVisions Před rokem +4

      @@DrPhill96 God bless you 😇🙏🏾

    • @adriennehankton4963
      @adriennehankton4963 Před rokem +3

      Shannon has just the right humor to fit each person's personality. I just love that guy!

  • @jimdino77
    @jimdino77 Před rokem +51

    Akon laugh is so contagious….. I know him and T Pain were cutting up when they were really kicking it

  • @andreadams6576
    @andreadams6576 Před rokem +21

    I’ve seen every Club Shay Shay episode…….in MY HUMBLE OPINION this is the best Inter by far! The laughter and the realness reaches out and grabs you by the throat. Keep gettin that money Akon. I especially appreciate when people in high places use their platform to give back or open doors and opportunities for others. GOD IS GREAT GOD IS GOOD LET US THANK HIM FOR TAKING US OUT THE HOOD! AMEN

    • @DrPhill96
      @DrPhill96 Před rokem

      😂

    • @msbizerks9956
      @msbizerks9956 Před rokem

      I watched most of them....have a few to go...LUVVVVV 'em! ❤❤❤❤

  • @morthiam5074
    @morthiam5074 Před rokem +105

    Man I didn’t want this interview to end
    Was amazing 👏

    • @juannestor3079
      @juannestor3079 Před rokem +5

      Feel like your 2 favorite uncle chopping it up and you just listening on the side quietly

    • @Easycooking422
      @Easycooking422 Před rokem +1

      Yes it was

  • @tomswill9189
    @tomswill9189 Před rokem +65

    Ain't nobody messing with Mike. He was a genius.

    • @ORNAMENTS_CLO
      @ORNAMENTS_CLO Před rokem

      He wasn't a Genius, he was just talented musically. Ppl play around with that word so carelessly.

    • @ethanquenum4778
      @ethanquenum4778 Před 8 měsíci

      @@ORNAMENTS_CLOHe was a genius. He could draw as well.

    • @ORNAMENTS_CLO
      @ORNAMENTS_CLO Před 8 měsíci

      @ethanquenum4778 you sound like a kid. his iq is not 160, so he's definitely wasn't a genius.

  • @nadecha5326
    @nadecha5326 Před rokem +102

    Michael Jackson was able to sell millions before social media and that says alot. These artist these days wouldn’t do half of anything without social media.

    • @davidbkg6155
      @davidbkg6155 Před rokem +10

      It's a gift and a curse. The positive side is they become famous easier and faster but the negative side is that music don't sell like it did before social media and streaming

    • @caper087
      @caper087 Před rokem +1

      That’s not necessarily true… yea a lot of them.. but a lot of them Joyner Kendrick Cole few others still be able to grab it… just have to find a diff way to do it.. but yea alot of them wouldn’t make it anywhere without social media

    • @Only1Winner729
      @Only1Winner729 Před rokem +3

      Modern Day Rappers Are Being Lazy & Care More About Fame Than Actually Competing To Sell Records And Make A Change. 💯

    • @fashionlife5348
      @fashionlife5348 Před rokem +1

      They can’t even do 50k these days

    • @rodrickmason8990
      @rodrickmason8990 Před rokem

      Facts!

  • @ishomite23
    @ishomite23 Před rokem +51

    This is my favourite episode yet uncle Shay......you can definitely sense the genuine love and respect from both of y'all.

  • @adamalday01
    @adamalday01 Před rokem +95

    Akon is amazing, what a inspiration. Great storytelling as well

  • @margeauxjenkins12
    @margeauxjenkins12 Před rokem +13

    This interview was great. To hear men of wisdom talking about issues without being biased or arrogant. Great!

  • @dalving6189
    @dalving6189 Před rokem +33

    One of the best interviews! Been Following Akon since I was in Elementary school. Streaming Locked Up on LimeWire, downloading all the Akon ringtones, trying to find the clean version of I Wanna Love You feat. Snoop Dogg! Thanks for the interview Mr. Sharpe. Much love!

  • @areyouonboardpodcast8363
    @areyouonboardpodcast8363 Před rokem +18

    This was an interview I did not expect to enjoy. Thanks for giving us Akon & the information that was shared.🙌🏾

  • @andydufresne9377
    @andydufresne9377 Před rokem +28

    That was a hella conversation. Atlanta connection. I like the way Shannon earns the confidence of his guests,. The Lamar odom episode was very deep. Keep going shay shay! By the way, i love to hear Akon laughing

  • @maazadam731
    @maazadam731 Před rokem +90

    this was a great interview CLUB SHAY SHAY never disappoints

  • @emmanuelgunn8484
    @emmanuelgunn8484 Před rokem +23

    Shannon is a great interviewer!!

  • @salvadorperez9983
    @salvadorperez9983 Před rokem +13

    I love his laugh! It’s contagious

  • @antonioartis6778
    @antonioartis6778 Před rokem +6

    They are 2 genuine people ans I can listen to them laugh over and over. Both contagious and can talk all day. Im glad Shannon started this up. I'm a new and now true listener and fan! Another great listen! Happy New Year folks!

  • @KD_SWAGGER
    @KD_SWAGGER Před rokem +15

    Akon is smart, humble and talented. He says all the right answers. Cool person to meet in real life.

  • @olarmi4910
    @olarmi4910 Před rokem +2

    22-23 minutes of this conversation got me thinking twice about life

  • @claytonhider7175
    @claytonhider7175 Před rokem +6

    I admire the growth and positivity of Akon. He's great example for so many artists that are starting from the bottom.

  • @marvincooke7784
    @marvincooke7784 Před rokem +13

    Shannon, keep doing the work of representing Brothers in the best light possible. You don't have to go it alone.

  • @patmontana2423
    @patmontana2423 Před rokem +12

    He was in his bag at a early age with "YO (Excuse me miss) 🔥

  • @charliegamezmedia
    @charliegamezmedia Před rokem +42

    someone please turn Akon's laugh at 37:08-37:11 into an IG trend 😂😂

  • @pullojarri1148
    @pullojarri1148 Před rokem +20

    We Africans always love you Akon and we always praying for you 🙏🏽

  • @womenofmovement
    @womenofmovement Před rokem +3

    They have great chemistry. I love this conversation.

  • @user-qd6im2hp2e
    @user-qd6im2hp2e Před rokem +15

    Rihanna and Chris could've been a power couple

  • @timkruse9912
    @timkruse9912 Před rokem +5

    53:34 CB talk

  • @nichollestrozier5337
    @nichollestrozier5337 Před rokem +3

    This interview had me laughing every time Akon laughed. His laughter is infectious.

  • @Outty5000Hertz
    @Outty5000Hertz Před rokem +22

    African or not this is one of the realest brothers alive! He actually did something positive with his money and made a difference!

    • @mufasa2009
      @mufasa2009 Před rokem

      But Shannon looks more African than Akon

    • @wilson599
      @wilson599 Před rokem +2

      @@mufasa2009 special runs deep with this one. 😑

    • @forextrader6246
      @forextrader6246 Před rokem

      @@mufasa2009 Africans come in all colors SMH. Light to dark skin

    • @mufasa2009
      @mufasa2009 Před rokem

      @@forextrader6246 I'm not referring to skin color.

    • @forextrader6246
      @forextrader6246 Před rokem

      @@mufasa2009 What do you by looks more African? Both of them are of West African genetics. Akon can trace his lineage but Shannon needs a DNA test to see where he's from in W Africa.

  • @kobebryant5201
    @kobebryant5201 Před rokem +13

    I love Akon! But when I saw this interview, my respect to him went to different level. God bless you Akon!

  • @kenyattacotton7804
    @kenyattacotton7804 Před rokem +4

    44:41 had me rolling😂

  • @FalseFlagRecords
    @FalseFlagRecords Před rokem +10

    Yall putting LSD in that cognac now with the clickbait title of this interview....... Bigger than Michael Jackson lol! Great interview!

  • @rillesttalk
    @rillesttalk Před rokem +5

    The best and most intimate “Club Shay-Shay” interview thus far! Much respect to Akon.

  • @pwpstrick
    @pwpstrick Před rokem +25

    You can tell he enjoyed the energy more on this show than he did vlad.

  • @pookieredz2359
    @pookieredz2359 Před rokem +5

    Shannon knocking the interviews out da park 💯💯✊🏾

  • @user-qd6im2hp2e
    @user-qd6im2hp2e Před rokem +16

    Shannon Sharpe has sung locked up on undisputed so many times

    • @LESHANNONSHARPE
      @LESHANNONSHARPE Před rokem +2

      That episode with Kawhi locks up Ben Simmons is iconic

  • @Shemzinho
    @Shemzinho Před rokem +7

    42:50 the Atlanta connection is real 😂

  • @Profess84
    @Profess84 Před rokem +12

    This was a great conversation! My favorite Club Shay Shay interview.

  • @georgeyeboah5295
    @georgeyeboah5295 Před rokem +7

    I love this brother Akon his huge success never moved him away from his true life purpose which is to help those in need may God bless him and May he bless us all so we can also be a blessing to others. Much love to y’all.

  • @amadoumoustaphadieng8660
    @amadoumoustaphadieng8660 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Akon's prime times were unmatched. He literally owned the music industry during those years 20042012. Such enjoyable and sweet memoires. Senegal, West Africa.

  • @11Rayycash01
    @11Rayycash01 Před rokem +8

    No celebrity can’t be bigger nowadays because they’re all more accessible; the mystique of it is gone!

  • @bjspinks5735
    @bjspinks5735 Před rokem +20

    I love Akon's knowledge of the music industry

  • @trevordavidjones
    @trevordavidjones Před dnem +1

    Finally someone said something good about AutoTune!!! AT is one of the dopest things in the industry in probably the last 20 years 🔥🔥🎶🎶🎶

  • @officialkoolwag5996
    @officialkoolwag5996 Před rokem +11

    When Akon had his car stolen in Atlanta, I was his adjuster. He was so nice!

  • @johnriwa2854
    @johnriwa2854 Před rokem +6

    Shay just wanna let you know you are becoming big bigger in the journalism journey. From you and Skip to podcast all this from Football . God bless you very talented brother i enjoy your programs 🙏

  • @AthenaKama
    @AthenaKama Před rokem +1

    Loving these interviews Unc!! This was one of the best!! 👌🏾👏🏾💪🏾😎🤗 KEEP EM COMING!

  • @papie5151
    @papie5151 Před rokem +2

    Love how Shannon weaves in and out of topics. Just makes for a great interview. Pro!

  • @monteedwins8628
    @monteedwins8628 Před rokem +2

    "That nigga's crazy, but he's alright". Hilarious, sad, and facts all in one fell swoop.

  • @RealDorchesterCV
    @RealDorchesterCV Před rokem +5

    These 2 have great chemistry

  • @ponchantos
    @ponchantos Před rokem +1

    Just amazing interview. It's like bros running into each other
    Thank you sir 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
    Big Luv from Canada 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

  • @alesiascott5692
    @alesiascott5692 Před rokem +1

    I love all your interviews! You have a great presence. Great questions. Truly entertaining. Thank you.

  • @TheFzahid
    @TheFzahid Před rokem +1

    Man hearing Akon talk about seeing a young Jeezy and talking Soul Survivor, that took me waaaaaaaaaaaay back! Great interview / conversation!

  • @TkKirklandReal
    @TkKirklandReal Před rokem +14

    His breakdown of Kanye is amazing

  • @tinomutasa5371
    @tinomutasa5371 Před rokem +1

    This one was legendary Unc, thank you

  • @danielpp23
    @danielpp23 Před rokem +2

    His story is amazing and he touched on so many subjects that I’ve always been curious to understand more about, being a fan of rap and sports, but not from the US. His perspective on a lot of these things was illuminating! What a vibe this dude is, great interview!

  • @friendofdapeoplespodcast568

    Shay we need part 2 with Akon.. more about Akon city and about Africa

  • @leetraviusmckay2919
    @leetraviusmckay2919 Před rokem +6

    Another amazing interview Unc always does it 💯

  • @jameswestbrook4287
    @jameswestbrook4287 Před rokem

    This has became my go to at night after getting off work. Thanks Shannon !!!💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💯💯

  • @giasamuel7822
    @giasamuel7822 Před rokem +2

    I never really was into Akon’s music or really never listened to any interview. Wow this changed my opinion on him. I wish this podcast was longer. I love his honesty

  • @paulie2476
    @paulie2476 Před rokem +7

    Hey Shannon. Loving the content and guest banter. Much respect from The Land Down Under.

  • @luyandadlungele1613
    @luyandadlungele1613 Před rokem +4

    Dope interview man

  • @makavelli7211
    @makavelli7211 Před rokem +2

    This should've been at least a 2-hour interview!

  • @blackdynamit84
    @blackdynamit84 Před rokem +4

    This was a really dope interview 🙌

  • @kennybrownjr3991
    @kennybrownjr3991 Před rokem

    Love the platform Unk! Keep Striving!💙

  • @vincentbyrd5350
    @vincentbyrd5350 Před rokem +8

    Akon was that childhood foreign vibe anyone and everyone loves and had no idea who he would be if his name wasn't anything other than akon 🤣 Major props big bro welcome back

  • @learnwithsofiajade
    @learnwithsofiajade Před rokem

    amazing interview unc

  • @summerzaddy4554
    @summerzaddy4554 Před rokem +2

    I really enjoyed this episode man, thanks a lot Club Shay Shay😂

  • @kasuel07
    @kasuel07 Před rokem +2

    Love Love Love this interview!!

  • @ricardog8206
    @ricardog8206 Před rokem

    So glad I discovered this show! Awesome show!

  • @fiyaboy05
    @fiyaboy05 Před rokem +2

    Wow this is a great interview. So proud to see where akon came from and the perseverance to rise above prison to be who has become. Totally wow. True overcome story. I love him more after watching this.

  • @troycarter620
    @troycarter620 Před rokem +1

    This was one of the best interview I watched all of it at one time I usely watch some and come back to it not today awesome Unk

  • @cmr5452
    @cmr5452 Před rokem +2

    Another great interview and a great guest Sharpe!!

  • @ibrahimasanogo8240
    @ibrahimasanogo8240 Před rokem

    Respect Shay Shay love all people

  • @British4
    @British4 Před rokem

    This is my favorite segment 👍🏾 (lots of laughter 🤣 "laundromat ")

  • @javariusconway4222
    @javariusconway4222 Před rokem +11

    The people in the background laughing makes this show even better!!!!

  • @TheTonyAndreas
    @TheTonyAndreas Před rokem

    Amazing interview!!! Great stories!!!

  • @leemedrano4
    @leemedrano4 Před rokem +2

    Bro this was epic .. thank u unc

  • @clutchtimenbagaby
    @clutchtimenbagaby Před rokem

    I’ve seen all your episodes this is my favorite one Shannon

  • @patriciaandrea7015
    @patriciaandrea7015 Před rokem

    Another great interview!

  • @smooththopr8tr
    @smooththopr8tr Před rokem

    Best interview by sharp so much connection like being in the barbershop 🙌🏿!!

  • @kingbey3480
    @kingbey3480 Před rokem +1

    Another awesome interview

  • @trinawilliams9326
    @trinawilliams9326 Před 2 měsíci

    So much respect for this man’s drive, talent and philanthropy! Minus prison, he is the blueprint

  • @dabereogbuishi7533
    @dabereogbuishi7533 Před rokem

    Wonderful interview !

  • @memphislovebutter
    @memphislovebutter Před rokem +1

    This interview is definitely top tier!!!

  • @anthonyjacksonjr4812
    @anthonyjacksonjr4812 Před rokem +15

    Nice to see Akon giving back to his home land. Good music along the way. Thanks Unk and Akon for the experience. 💪🏾

    • @coppermanarrowz1001
      @coppermanarrowz1001 Před rokem

      China

    • @tysmith2138
      @tysmith2138 Před rokem

      Apparently you need to read up on Akon! He is a straight snake that is selling out Africa to China! China is using the same method as America giving them Billion dollar loans they will not be able to pay back! So what happens when they default on the loans. China goes in and starts moving in colonizing the country and taking the natural resources!

  • @blackice3395
    @blackice3395 Před rokem

    Great interview Unc!

  • @mike9795
    @mike9795 Před rokem +4

    I really enjoy any Akon interview! Akon has the street knowledge but he is also very smart and humble. You can see how much he has grown since getting fame.

  • @MrCashmerethoughts
    @MrCashmerethoughts Před rokem +8

    This episode is awesome.

  • @JLCoast
    @JLCoast Před rokem

    Another great interview 💪🏾🙌🏾

  • @ReelMenFishing318
    @ReelMenFishing318 Před rokem

    best one yet 👏🏽 good work unc

  • @UTxProphecyDaGreat
    @UTxProphecyDaGreat Před rokem +2

    One of the best episodes

  • @robbieez4
    @robbieez4 Před rokem +1

    Man this interview was the dopest one yet!

  • @zinawilliams5061
    @zinawilliams5061 Před rokem

    Great show, really enjoyed

  • @sabrinatheceo
    @sabrinatheceo Před rokem

    Great Interview!

  • @Tonio_
    @Tonio_ Před rokem

    Great interview , needed to last longer , it seem like it was only 30 minutes cause the conversations was so good .. ✊🏽

  • @deigamohamed707
    @deigamohamed707 Před rokem

    Great interview 👏🏾👏🏾❤️