Metro Boomin, a renowned American hip-hop music producer, DJ, and songwriter, has quickly risen to become one of the world’s most prolific and influential music producers. Starting his career at just 16 years old, while still in school, he has achieved remarkable success. By the age of 19, he had already released his own mixtape, and now, at 24, he has collaborated with some of the biggest names in hip-hop and rap, including Kanye West, Drake, Nicki Minaj, ‘Migos,’ Future, and Gucci Mane. With his exceptional talent and undeniable skill, Metro Boomin has become one of the most sought-after music producers in the US recording industry.
Quick Facts
- Also Known As: Leland Tyler Wayne, Young Metro, Metro, Lil Metro
- Age: 30 Years, 30 Year Old Males
- Height: 5’10” (178 cm), 5’10” Males
- U.S. State: Missouri
- Education: Morehouse College, Parkway North High School
Childhood & Early Life
Metro Boomin, whose real name is Leland Tyler Wayne, was born on September 16, 1993, in St Louis, Missouri, US. His family is originally from Atlanta, Georgia, US. He has four siblings. His parents split when he was in third grade, and he was raised by his mother. He attended the ‘Parkway North High School’ in St. Louis County.
Career
Metro Boomin’s career as a music producer began when he was just 13 years old. His mother bought him a laptop, and he started creating beats using the music production software ‘FruityLoops.’
His first major hit came when his song ‘Karate Chop,’ performed by Future and featuring Lil Wayne, became a hit while Metro was a freshman at the prestigious ‘Morehouse College.’ Unable to balance his life as a music producer and a college freshman, he decided to drop out of college to pursue music production as a full-fledged career.
Over the years, Metro Boomin has released several successful singles and albums. Some of his notable works include the singles ‘Tuesday’ by iLoveMakonnen and featuring Drake, ‘3500’ by Travis Scott featuring Future and 2 Chainz, ‘Where Ya At’ by Future featuring Drake, and ‘Jumpman’ by Future and Drake.
In 2016, he released an EP named ‘Savage Mode’ with 21 Savage, which reached number 23 on the ‘Billboard US 200’ chart. He has also collaborated with artists like Kanye West, Lil Uzi Vert, Migos, Big Sean, Gucci Mane, and Post Malone.
In 2017, Metro Boomin released two studio albums titled ‘Without Warning’ and ‘Double or Nothing,’ as well as a mixtape titled ‘Perfect Timing.’ His debut solo album, ‘Not All Heroes Wear Capes,’ was released in November 2018 and debuted at the first spot on the ‘Billboard 200’ chart.
Major Works
Some of Metro Boomin’s most popular songs include ‘Karate Chop,’ ‘Where Ya At,’ ‘Jumpman,’ ‘Low Life,’ ‘Bad & Boujee,’ ‘Congratulations,’ and ‘Mask Off.’
Awards & Achievements
Metro Boomin has won the ‘Producer of the Year’ award at both the ‘BET Hip Hop Awards’ and the ‘BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards’ in both 2016 and 2017.
Family & Personal Life
Metro Boomin is a private person, and not much is known about his personal life. He is reportedly dating a girl named Chelsea, who is a former “Viner” and owns a fashion website. The two have been dating since high school.
Trivia
At the beginning of his music-production career, when he was still in high school, Metro Boomin’s mother would drive from Saint Louis to Atlanta to help him meet his collaborators.