Akon is back with a sound that feels both timeless and distinctly his own. Effortlessly blending influences from hip-hop, R&B, and even country music, the veteran artist has delivered a 2026 project that is deeply rooted in nostalgia while remaining firmly anchored in the present.
The new project, Beautiful Day, has been released via Akon’s own label, Konvict Kulture. The 15-track collection features a diverse array of collaborations, boasting eight guest appearances. The album’s title track, “Akon’s Beautiful Day,” serves as an introduction to the record, offering a pop-R&B take on the classic sentiment of gratitude and finding joy in the small things.
For those looking to dive into the tracklist before listening, the album features a wide range of artists, including Stephen Marley and Ozuna. Check out the full list of songs below:
TRACKLIST
- 1. Akon’s Beautiful Day
- 2. Never Really Mattered (feat. SIMIEN)
- 3. Ringtone
- 4. Way Up Der
- 5. Huawei (feat. Nektunez)
- 6. Long Road
- 7. Sorry
- 8. Que Calor (feat. OCHOK)
- 9. Mean the Same
- 10. Let You Go (feat. Tears of Joy)
- 11. Konflicted (feat. RMR)
- 12. Keys
- 13. So Ruff (feat. Jahvor)
- 14. Your Body (feat. Ozuna)
- 15. Just a Man (feat. Stephen Marley)