"As an artist, depending on who you are, you should never be in a situation where you feel threatened by another artist," As told to MTV recently "If anything, I embrace the fact that they're doing it. Music changes every year. I'm just happy [about] the fact that people are jumping on what we're already doing. I look at it like a tribute to what we're already doing, and I look at it like a compliment, really."
"I say 'you're welcome' every time I hear [rappers singing]...A melody has a way of describing [words], 'cause of the emotions that come with melody. Melody brings it out better than a bland vocal. It's easier to relate."
He also noted that he doesn't see the trend stopping anytime soon.
"I definitely think it will continue and grow. Hip-hop grew out of its element; it's literally a lifestyle now."
The fact that he says "You're welcome" is not a dig at Kanye West. Akon made it a point to compliment West on his latest project.
"With Kanye, you never know what to expect. He's not afraid to experiment. He's always had that open mind. That's how you have to be as an artist."
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