Biography
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Born
16 September 1993 (age 30)
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Born In
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Leland Tyler Wayne, better known by his stage name Metro Boomin, is a highly successful record producer, record executive, songwriter, and DJ. Born on September 16, 1993, in St. Louis, Missouri, Wayne began his career in music production while still in high school. He quickly gained recognition for his work with Atlanta-based hip hop and trap artists such as Future, 21 Savage, Gucci Mane, and Migos, and has since become one of the most sought-after producers in the industry.
In 2017, Metro Boomin was dubbed "easily one of the most in-demand hitmakers in the world" by Forbes, and Stereogum described him as "one of the most original, vivid, important voices in rap right now". His impressive list of production credits includes numerous top 20 hits, such as "Bad and Boujee" by Migos, "Mask Off" by Future, "Bank Account" by 21 Savage, "Congratulations" by Post Malone, and "Tunnel Vision" by Kodak Black. He has also released full-length collaborations with artists such as 21 Savage, Nav, Big Sean, and Gucci Mane.
In 2018, Metro Boomin released his debut solo album, Not All Heroes Wear Capes, which reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart. One of his most successful productions, "Congratulations" by Post Malone featuring Quavo, was certified Diamond (10x Platinum) in 2019. His highly anticipated second studio album, Heroes & Villains, released on December 2, 2022 through Republic Records and Boominati. The album features guest appearances from John Legend, Future, Chris Brown, Don Toliver, Travis Scott, 21 Savage, Young Nudy, Young Thug, The Weeknd, Mustafa, ASAP Rocky, Takeoff, and Gunna, and is a psychedelic trap offering. A deluxe edition titled Heroes & Villains (Heroes Version) was released on December 5, 2022, featuring instrumental versions of all the tracks from the standard edition. Metro Boomin is currently managed by SAL&CO.
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