Akon - Don't Matter (official — Music Video)

: Critics and Akon himself have highlighted the heavy influence of Bob Marley's "No Woman, No Cry" and "Zimbabwe," as well as melodic similarities to R. Kelly's "Ignition (Remix)". Perspectives on the Song

Relive the nostalgic 2000s vibes in the official remastered video: Remastered Akon - Don't Matter (Official Music Video) TikTok• Mar 23, 2021 Akon - Don't Matter (Official Music Video)

: Many fans view it as a defining "2007 crossover moment" that evokes nostalgia for mid-2000s R&B. : Critics and Akon himself have highlighted the

“2007 was THAT GIRL. The hair was big, the beats were fierce... Pop-R&B perfection — we were fed.” Facebook · Retrospect 90s 00s · 5 months ago No Cry" and "Zimbabwe

The video follows a simple narrative inspired by Akon’s real-life experiences with cultural differences and disapproval in a past relationship.