Writing his earliest bars back when his collaborators and audience were limited to younger brother and childhood friends. Budding artist: Gnik the God self-proclaimed them all as nothing but heat, even from those humble beginnings. As a proud Atlanta native, hailing from Skipper Drive, up the street from the Blue Flame, to be specific; its no wonder his sound reflects the pressures of the Atlanta streets. Making the bold transition from the streets to artistry has ignited the evolution of Gnik, with goals to inspire and elicit (or trigger) an impact far beyond the confines of his disenfranchised neighborhood. Growing weary of following in the footsteps of doomed local hustlers he once emulated and idolized, Gnik aims to leave a lasting legacy, bringing light to social iniquities faced by his people and those from similar upbringings; with what he simply describes as real nigga shit.
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Writing his earliest bars back when his collaborators and audience were limited to younger brother and childhood friends. Budding artist: Gnik the God self-proclaimed them all as nothing but heat, even from those humble beginnings. As a proud Atlanta native, hailing from Skipper Drive, up the street from the Blue Flame, to be specific; its no wonder his sound reflects the pressures of the Atlanta streets. Making the bold transition from the streets to artistry has ignited the evolution of Gnik, with goals to inspire and elicit (or trigger) an impact far beyond the confines of his disenfranchised neighborhood. Growing weary of following in the footsteps of doomed local hustlers he once emulated and idolized, Gnik aims to leave a lasting legacy, bringing light to social iniquities faced by his people and those from similar upbringings; with what he simply describes as real nigga shit.
Modestly listing himself at the top as his own most influential musical inspirations, closely followed by hip-hop legends and juggernauts; Jay, ‘Ye, Wayne and the rest of most of our top 5 lists; deeming them undeniable predecessors. A chill persona,manifesting the ideology of inexplicable positivity, persistence and patience in his life and work, shape his conscious while relatable vibe. With no plan B, Gnik the God is making strides towards the top, leading the eagerly anticipated new class of Atlanta talent.
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