Leland Wayne, known professionally as Metro Boomin, is a highly successful producer from St. Louis, Missouri. His career took off quickly, with numerous Top 20 R&B/hip-hop hits and gold/platinum RIAA certifications within just a few years of his debut with Future. Wayne began producing in his early teens and gained recognition through collaborations with artists like OJ da Juiceman, Gucci Mane, and Future, often traveling to Atlanta to work with them. Despite briefly attending Morehouse College, Wayne ultimately chose to focus on his music career over pursuing a degree in business management.

In 2013, Wayne made his mark on the music scene with production credits on Future's "Karate Chop" and "Honest," followed by the release of his own mixtape, 19 & Boomin. His success continued to grow with hits like iLoveMakonnen's "Tuesday," Drake and Future's "Jumpman," and Migos' "Bad and Boujee." Wayne's prolific output in 2017 included tracks for Big Sean, Post Malone, Kodak Black, and Future, as well as collaborative mixtapes with NAV, Offset, 21 Savage, and Big Sean. His 2018 album, Not All Heroes Wear Capes, further solidified his status in the industry, debuting at the top of multiple Billboard charts and spawning multiple Hot 100 hits.