Metro Boomin is an American record producer, record executive and DJ, whose current worth estimates at $8 million.
Early Life
Leyland Tyler Wayne was born in St. Louis, Missouri. He attended Parkway North High School. When Metro was in his middle school, he began playing bass guitar in the school band. By the time he turned 13, Metro even started making beats, when his mother had bought him a laptop and music production software.
When he was in high school Metro wanted to be a rapper, however, eventually, he developed an interest in hip-hop production. He later attended Morehouse College in Atlanta, where he studied business management.
Career
When Metro was still in the high school, he made use of the social media platforms like Twiter to network with established rap artists. Metro first met Bricksquad Monopoly rapper Tay Donald slowly collaborated with Bricksquad label artists such as OJ Da Juiceman, Gucci Mane and Future.
He had to frequently drive to Atlanta which was an eight hours drive from his house, to begin a career in music. According to one of his interviews, OJ Da Juiceman was the first artist to rap on his beats.
After graduating from high school, Metro moved to Atlanta and focused more on his music career. He got an opportunity to collaborate with several well established rappers including Gucci Mane, Nicki Minaj, Ludacris, Future, Juicy J, Yo Gotti, 21 Savage, Wiz Khalifa, Chief Keef, The Weekend, YG, Young Jeezy, Meek Mill, Travis Scott, Ace Hood, S.A.M., Young Scooter, Young Thug, Rich Homie Quan, Trinidad James, Lana Del Rey, Lil Uzi Vert.
He has also collaborated with artists like Drake, Migos, DJ Khaled, and Lil Wayne.
Boomin first released his debut mixtape “19 & Boomin” in 2013. He eventually went on to release singles like “X”, “No Heart”, “Perfect Timing”, “So Good” and “Ric Flair Dip”. He released his debut album “Without Warning” in October 2017. He has also released another album “Double or Nothing”.
Metro began a career in Production in 2010. He has produced, co-produced and remixed songs of several artists. Some of his widely known songs are Ric Flair Drip, No Heart, Ghostface Killers, Rap Saved Me, Pull Up N Wreck, Perfect Timing and My Choppa Hate Niggas. Metro launched his label “Boominati Worldwide”, in partnership with Republic Records and Universal Music Group.
He also has strong supporters in his social media accounts.
Metro has won two BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards and two BET Hip Hop Awards for the category “Producer of the year”. Forbes called him “easily one of the most in-demand hitmakers in the world” in 2017.
TV Shows
Metro has also appeared on the soundtracks of several TV shows including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Dear White People, Verified, Central Intelligence, Creed and Grand Theft Auto V. He has also acted on short videos The Weekend: Reminder and Post Malone Feat. Quavo: Congratulations. He has guest appeared in Birds of a Feather 2 and Late Night with Seth Meyers.
Others
Metro has also partnered with New Balance Sneakers to release his line of sneakers known as “The Trendsetter”.
Metro Boomin Net Worth
Metro, who is only 24 now, is worth $8 million today. He is one of the youngest producers who has collaborated with several famous music artists. He also earns from his album sales and endorsement deals.
Metro lives in his mansion in Atlanta, Georgia. The young producer is often spotted in his Chevrolet. He also owns a Bentley Bentayga and a Mercedes Benz G-Class SUV.
Endorsements & Philanthropy
Metro, along with several other famous personalities were signed by Gap for a new advertisement, as a part of its Logo Remix Campaign. He has also entered into an endorsement deal with Odd Sox.
Metro is also one of the generous rising stars. He has started his scholarship fund for the unprivileged kids.
Conclusion
Metro is one of the youngest & popular producers, who have collaborated with several well-established music artists. The producer, who has had just a less than decade career, is already a successful one, after his collaboration with several artists. The 24-year-old star, who is currently working on several albums, singles and mixtapes with various artists, wishes to branch out in his career. And we can be sure that Metro Boomin net worth shall also increase with years to come.