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| Mike Will Made-It | |
|---|---|
| Name | Mike Will Made-It |
| Birth name | Michael Len Williams II |
| Birth date | 23 March 1989 |
| Birth place | Marietta, Georgia, United States |
| Occupation | Record producer, songwriter, record executive |
| Years active | 2005–present |
| Labels | EarDrummers, Interscope |
| Associated acts | Rihanna, Kanye West, Drake, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar |
Mike Will Made-It (born Michael Len Williams II; March 23, 1989) is an American record producer, songwriter, and record executive known for producing chart-topping singles and shaping contemporary hip hop and pop production. He has worked with prominent artists across hip hop and pop music scenes, contributing to albums and singles that have appeared on the Billboard 200 and won major awards. His work spans collaborations with established performers, emerging artists, and film soundtracks.
Williams was born in Marietta, Georgia and raised in the Atlanta region, where he attended local schools and absorbed the city's vibrant music scenes alongside peers who later collaborated with artists from OutKast, Goodie Mob, T.I., Young Jeezy, and Gucci Mane. He developed an early interest in music while exposed to southern hip hop from Lil Jon, Master P, Bone Crusher, and regional producers such as Zaytoven, DJ Toomp, and Pharrell Williams via radio and mixtapes. Williams experimented with production software during adolescence, drawing inspiration from producers associated with So So Def Recordings, LaFace Records, Arista Records, and independent collectives in Atlanta.
Williams began producing beats in the mid-2000s, connecting with local artists and Atlanta-based studios associated with Stankonia Studios, PatchWerk Recording Studios, and independent labels. Early placements surfaced with artists linked to Rocko, Gucci Mane, Waka Flocka Flame, and members of the broader Dungeon Family. His breakthrough came through collaborations that reached national attention via mixtapes and major-label releases, leading to production credits on tracks for artists tied to Def Jam Recordings, Cash Money Records, Roc Nation, and Grand Hustle Records. These placements led to industry recognition from executives at Interscope Records, Epic Records, and production collectives like 808 Mafia.
Williams has produced tracks and singles for a wide range of artists including Beyoncé, Rihanna, Kanye West, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, Eminem, Lil Wayne, Future, Migos, Travis Scott, Swae Lee, Lil Yachty, Big Sean, Schoolboy Q, Juicy J, Big Boi, and Andre 3000. He contributed to soundtracks and singles connected to franchises and films associated with studios such as Warner Bros. Pictures, Universal Pictures, and Marvel Studios, and worked with pop stars under Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music Group. Williams' collaborations extend to producers and songwriters like Pharrell Williams, Timbaland, Mike Dean, Hit-Boy, Metro Boomin, No I.D., Dr. Luke, and DJ Mustard.
Williams' production style blends southern hip hop elements with mainstream pop sensibilities, utilizing 808-driven percussion, trap hi-hats, synthesized basslines, and minimalist melodic motifs reminiscent of work by producers affiliated with Southern hip hop, Crunk, and Trap music. He cites inspiration from earlier producers tied to labels such as So So Def Recordings, LaFace Records, and figures like Jermaine Dupri, Lil Jon, T.I., DJ Paul, Juicy J, and contemporary peers at Cash Money Records and Young Money Entertainment. His approach often emphasizes vocal-focused arrangements that accommodate artists from R&B and pop music backgrounds as well as rappers from New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Atlanta.
Williams' discography includes studio albums, singles, and extensive production credits on albums released by labels including Interscope Records, Republic Records, Def Jam Recordings, and Atlantic Records. Notable singles and album tracks produced by him have appeared on releases by Rihanna (major-label albums), Drake (charting singles), Kanye West (collaborative projects), and breakout records for artists like Future and Migos. His work has been featured on compilation projects and mixtapes distributed via platforms used by artists affiliated with DatPiff, SoundCloud, and major streaming services operated by Spotify, Apple Music, and Tidal.
Williams has received nominations and awards from institutions such as the Grammy Awards, BET Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and industry charts like Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200. His production contributions have been recognized by songwriting and publishing organizations including ASCAP and BMI, and he has been profiled in music publications and media outlets associated with Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, The FADER, XXL, and Complex.
Beyond production, Williams founded and operates a record label and imprint connected to artist development and A&R functions, collaborating with executives and entrepreneurs in the music business tied to Live Nation Entertainment, CAA, WME, and major publishing firms. He has appeared on television programs, award shows, and interviews broadcast by networks such as BET, MTV, VH1, and cable outlets, and has been involved with charitable initiatives and brand partnerships involving companies represented by Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and lifestyle brands promoted at events like Coachella, SXSW, Rolling Loud, and Essence Festival.
Category:American record producers Category:People from Marietta, Georgia