Metro Boomin
Leland Tyler Wayne
Metro Boomin is an American producer from St. Louis, Missouri active since 2011.
- Profession
- Record producer, Songwriter, DJ
- Born
- September 16, 1993
- Years active
- 2011–present
Early life
Raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Leland Wayne began making beats in middle school and moved to Atlanta to pursue production.
Career
He became one of the defining producers of modern trap, crafting hits for Future, 21 Savage, and the "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" soundtrack and "Heroes & Villains."
Major achievements
He has multiple number-one albums as a producer and is among the most influential beatmakers of his era.
Legacy
Metro Boomin's cinematic production defined the sound of 2010s and 2020s trap.
References
Frequently asked questions about Metro Boomin
- What is Metro Boomin known for?
- Metro Boomin is an American producer from St. Louis, Missouri active since 2011. Metro Boomin is recognized as a record producer, songwriter, and DJ.
- Where is Metro Boomin from?
- Metro Boomin is from St. Louis, Missouri.
- When was Metro Boomin born?
- Metro Boomin was born on September 16, 1993, in St. Louis, Missouri.
- What kind of music does Metro Boomin make?
- Metro Boomin's music spans Hip-hop and Trap.
- Is Metro Boomin still active?
- Yes — Metro Boomin has been active since 2011 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Metro Boomin been associated with?
- Metro Boomin has been associated with Boominati and Republic.
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