While a duet version featuring Michael Jackson was officially released on the posthumous Michael album in 2010, several unreleased iterations exist. The original solo demo features Akon singing all parts, offering a raw, deeply emotional R&B experience that differs significantly from the final pop production. 3. "Be With You" (Original Reggae Version)

"Fallin'" is a melancholic and introspective track that showcases Akon's vocal range. The song was recorded in 2005 and features Akon delivering a heartfelt performance over a simple piano melody. The track's lyrics touch on themes of love, loss, and heartbreak, making it a relatable listen.

The Vault of Legend: Exploring Akon’s Top Unreleased Songs and Lost Tracks

The sheer volume of Akon's unreleased music stems from his tireless work ethic. During his peak creative years, Akon was not only recording his own albums but also writing, producing, and scouting talent for his Konvict Muzik label. This hyper-productivity resulted in hundreds of completed demos, reference tracks, and fully produced songs that never made the final cut for official albums like Konvicted or Freedom .

Various underground mashups and official-leaning mixtape cuts.

Widely considered the "Holy Grail" of Akon leaks, "Still Survive" represents Akon at his absolute lyrical best. Unlike his club bangers, this track is a narrative about the struggle of the streets. The production is stripped back, allowing Akon’s vocals—oscillating between his signature croon and a harder rap flow—to shine.

Arguably the most famous unreleased Akon track in existence. Recorded during the Freedom era (2008), this track features a euphoric, synth-driven beat. The chorus asks, "Do you remember the days we used to play / When nothing in this world could get in our way?" The chemistry with Snoop is effortless. Rumors suggest this was pulled from the album because the instrumental was too similar to another European dance hit. It remains a fan-favorite bootleg.

Before David Guetta took over the production, early rumors suggested a version of this track existed featuring a verse from Eminem, following up on their 2006 hit "Smack That." Why These Songs Remain Unreleased