: The story of "Hold My Hand" is one of the most famous leaks in recent music history. Originally intended for Akon's 2008 album Freedom , a version of the duet with Michael Jackson leaked online and became so popular that it actually started charting as a single in Africa without ever being officially released . The leak was so potent that it reportedly drew the ire of Jackson's team. The song was eventually given an official release in 2010 on Jackson's posthumous album, Michael , but the original 2008 leak remains a legendary bootleg among collectors.
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While official singles like "Angel" and "Dirty Work" were released, the full project was delayed for years due to creative shifts, label politics, and changing industry trends. Eventually, the album was shelved in its original form. akon unreleased songs top