Fortis

**Fortis** is a German rapper and key member of the influential Hamburg-based hip-hop collective 187 Strassenbande, known for shaping the sound of modern German trap. With a gritty, street-smart flow and lyrics that blend braggadocio with vivid snapshots of urban life, Fortis (real name Lukas Hesse) has carved his own lane both within the group and as a solo artist. His tracks like **"Großverdienersound"** and **"Vitamin Ca$h"** showcase his knack for hard-hitting beats and punchlines about hustle and success, while releases like **"Life"** and **"Forty"** reveal a more reflective side. Often collaborating with 187 crewmates like Bonez MC and LX, Fortis stays rooted in the raw, unpolished energy of German street rap but isn’t afraid to experiment with melodic hooks or trap-inspired production. Whether dropping solo projects or group bangers, he keeps it authentically "unterm Radar" (under the radar) while steadily building a rep as one of the scene’s most consistent voices.