Bow Wow pointed out that in the past, artists like Tupac, Biggie, and Jay-Z were able to dominate the charts because they were making authentic and meaningful music. He believes that the focus on streaming numbers and viral hits has led to a decline in the overall quality of the music being produced.

While Bow Wow's comments have sparked a debate within the Hip Hop community, there are others who agree with his sentiments. They believe that the industry needs to prioritize artistry and creativity over commercial success in order to bring back the glory days of Hip Hop.

Beyond bragging rights, Atlanta's music scene has a major impact on the city and state's economy. The thriving music industry has created multiple jobs and contributed to the overall growth of the economy.

According to Georgia Music Partners (GMP), Fulton County's music industry grew by 110% from 2001 to 2018, six times the growth rate of the county's economy as a whole. Fulton County is home to numerous recording studios and other music industry establishments.

To further support the growth of the music scene, Georgia Music Partners introduced an amendment to the Georgia Music Investment Act, making the music tax credit transferable and sellable. This amendment aims to provide similar benefits to the music industry as Hollywood receives in Georgia.