You may know ForteBowie from his guest spot on Trinidad Jame$’s “$outh$ide,” but the ATLien is carving out his own lane. Read on to find out why his momentum keeps building.

Standout: "Gucci Mayne"

Also check out: "CHECK"

And: "Stalker Shit"

Name: ForteBowie

Age: 23

Hometown: Atlanta (ClayCo)

I grew up listening to: Michael Jackson, Prince, Sade, Phil Collins, Bell Biv DeVoe, The Police.

Most people don't know I: Don’t listen to rap that much.

My style's been compared to: Kanye [West], Andre 3000, R. Kelly, Prince.

My standout records and/or moments to date have been: “Gucci Mayne”, Vice Haus EP in February, and touring with Trinidad Jame$.

My goal in Hip-Hop is: Domination

I'm gonna be the next: …..we shall see…..

To check out more of my music go to: Follow me on Twitter (@fortebowie)

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