Leland Tyler Wayne (born September 16, 1993) was born in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. He is an American record producer, record executive and DJ. He is professionally known as Metro Boomin. Renowned for his distinctive and dark production style, Metro Boomin has left an indelible mark on the landscape of modern hip hop and trap music. His notable contributions have solidified his position as one of the industry's most sought-after producers.
Metro Boomin embarked on his music career at a young age, starting his journey as a producer when he was just 16 years old in 2009. Originally from St. Louis, he later relocated to Atlanta to attend Morehouse College in 2011, where he continued to cultivate his talent and collaborate extensively with prominent Atlanta-based artists. Among his frequent collaborators are the likes of Future, Young Thug, 21 Savage, Gucci Mane, and Migos, with whom he has created numerous chart-topping hits.
Metro Boomin gained widespread recognition following his production work on "Tuesday" by iLoveMakonnen and Drake, which peaked at number 12 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. This success was soon followed by his involvement in producing hit singles like "Jumpman" by Drake and Future, "Low Life" by Future featuring The Weeknd, and the breakout hit "Bad and Boujee" by Migos, which reached number one on the charts.
Continuing his streak of achievements, Metro Boomin contributed to the success of acclaimed tracks such as "Congratulations" by Post Malone, "Tunnel Vision" by Kodak Black, "Mask Off" by Future, and "Bank Account" by 21 Savage. Notably, he earned his second number one hit with "Heartless" by The Weeknd.
In addition to his collaborations, Metro Boomin has released a series of well-received joint projects, including "Savage Mode" (2016) and "Savage Mode II" (2020) with 21 Savage, "DropTopWop" (2017) with Gucci Mane, "Perfect Timing" (2017) with Nav, and "Double or Nothing" (2017) with Big Sean. These projects have showcased his versatility and ability to craft cohesive bodies of work with diverse artists.
Metro Boomin's solo endeavors have also garnered significant attention. His debut studio album, "Not All Heroes Wear Capes" (2018), and its follow-up, "Heroes & Villains" (2022), both debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart. The latter release spawned the hit single "Creepin," featuring The Weeknd and 21 Savage, which achieved international success and peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Metro Boomin's highest-charting U.S. single to date.
With his extraordinary talent, Metro Boomin has undoubtedly made a profound impact on the music industry, consistently pushing the boundaries of production and leaving an indelible mark on the hip hop and trap genres. His relentless pursuit of excellence and unparalleled creativity continue to shape the sound of contemporary music, making him a force to be reckoned with in the industry.
