Metro Boomin

Metro Boomin, born Leland Tyler Wayne on September 16, 1993, in St. Louis, Missouri, is widely regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop producers of his generation. He began making beats at age 13 after his mother bought him a laptop with the FL Studio software. By the time he was a teenager, he was already connecting with Atlanta-based rappers through social media, eventually convincing his mother to drive him from St. Louis to Atlanta on weekends to work with artists. He enrolled at Morehouse College in 2012 but dropped out to pursue music full-time.

Metro Boomin’s signature production style, characterized by dark, atmospheric beats with heavy 808 bass and haunting melodies, became the defining sound of modern trap music. His early collaborations with Future, including the 2015 mixtape “DS2,” helped establish both artists as dominant forces. His work on Drake’s “Jumpman” and his production for artists like Migos, 21 Savage, and Travis Scott cemented his reputation. The phrase “Metro Boomin want some more” became one of hip-hop’s most recognizable producer tags.

His 2018 debut solo album “Not All Heroes Wear Capes” debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, featuring collaborations with Travis Scott, 21 Savage, and Gucci Mane. The “Savage Mode” series with 21 Savage produced multiple chart-topping hits. In 2023, his album “Heroes and Villains” debuted at number one, and his production work on the “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” soundtrack brought his sound to an even wider audience, earning critical acclaim.

With an estimated net worth of $28 million, Metro Boomin has built an empire through production credits, his Boominati Worldwide label, touring as a DJ, and strategic partnerships. He has production credits on dozens of platinum and multi-platinum records. His influence extends beyond individual songs, as he has essentially shaped the sonic landscape of modern hip-hop. His meticulous approach to production and ability to create hits across different sub-genres have made him one of the highest-paid producers in the music industry.