Rowlene Nicole Bosman (born 1997), professionally known as Rowlene, is a South African singer and songwriter. She is known for her collaborations with South African rapper Nasty C.
Early life and background Rowlene Nicole Bosman was born on 3 March 1997 in Cape Town, South Africa. She grew up in a musical household and began singing in church and school settings at a young age. As a teenager, she participated in local talent competitions, which helped her gain exposure within Cape Town's music community. In interviews, Rowlene has cited artists such as Brandy as influences.
Career Rowlene began releasing music independently in the mid-2010s, sharing covers and original material online. She released "Imposter" in 2010, as part of her first recorded works. The track significantly increased her visibility in the music industry and drew the interest of former Free World Music executive Zyne Marcus. Following this exposure, she was offered a recording contract that positioned her to collaborate with established hip-hop artists including Nasty C, Erick Rush, and Tellaman.
At the age of 19, Rowlene relocated from Cape Town to Johannesburg in order to further develop her career and work more closely with the artists and industry professionals she had begun connecting with. In mid-2017, Rowlene featured A-Reece's on the song "Amen", Produced by Gobbla.
On March 15, 2019, she rose to fame with her close association with rapper Nasty C, whose tracks feature her vocals, including the songs “Phases” and, more notably, “SMA.” Rowlene was one of the first artists to join Nasty C's label, Tall Racks Records.
In 2020, Rowlene released her debut studio album, 11:11. This was promoted through singles like "Stop." Rowlene continued growing in popularity within the R&B and pop space in South Africa. The album received a South African Music Award (SAMA) nomination in the Best Pop Album category following its release. Rowlene's collaborations with Nasty C were featured in a Netflix show, Blood & Water.
On 22 November 2022, Rowlene released a single titled "Only," featuring Nigerian singer WurlD.
Rowlene released a three-pack of songs called Moment In Between, that feature the track “don’t let go” in 2024. On 14 March 2025, Rowlene released the single "Breakaway". On June 5, 2025, She released the EP Moments After. On 17 October 2025, she performed at The House of JC Le Roux.
Discography
Studio albums +List of studio albumsTitleAlbum detailsYear released11:11 Number of Tracks: 12 Formats: LP, digital download, streaming,CD2020
Extended plays +List of extended plays, with selected detailsTitleDetailsThe Evolution of a RobotReleased: 2017 Formats: LP, digital download, streamingThe Evolution of a Robot 2nd GenerationReleased: 2018 Formats: LP, digital download, streamingFrequency Released: 2022 Formats: Digital download, streamingSanta's Baby Released: 2025 Formats: Digital download, streamingMoments After Released: 2025 Formats: Digital download, streaming
As lead artist +List of singles as lead artist, with selected chart positions and certifications shownTitleYearPeak chart positionsAlbumUSUS R&B/HHSA"Imposter"2015———Santa's Baby"Attitude Problems"2017———"Dance With You"———"Swang"——— rowspan="4" "Amen"———"Cupid"2018———"Only"2022———"don’t let go"2024———Santa's Baby"Breakaway"2025———Moments After"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.
As featured artist +List of singles as featured artist, showing year released and album nameTitleYearPeak chart positionsCertificationsAlbumSA"Don’t Play With My Love"(D-Jah Leenx featuring Rowlene)2015— "Phases"2016—Bad Hair"SMA" (Nasty C featuring Rowlene)20191 3× PlatinumStrings and Bling"Ecstacy" (Ricky Tyler featuring Rowlene with Shellsy Baronet)2017— rowspan="7" "About You"—"Between Me and You" (Flame featuring Rowlene )—"Pride" (A-Reece featuring Rowlene )—"On Some" (DJ Killamo featuring Rowlene with Lastee & Tellaman )—"Ghost" (DJ Wobbly featuring Rowlene with Lastee & Tellaman )2018—"Give Me Something" (Sha Sha featuring Rowlene )2022—
Film score +List of film scoresTitleAlbum detailsYear releasedi Need You Blood & Water2020
Awards and nominations YearEventCategoryResult2020South African Music Award (SAMA)Best Pop Album
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