Boi-1da

About

Hip-hop music producer born Matthew Jehu Samuels and known as Boi-1da. His production credits include work with Kanye West, Drake, Das Racist, and The Diplomats. His musical fame has led him to amass over 370,000 followers on Instagram. 

Before Fame

As a teenager, he was a three-time Battle of the Beatmakers champion.

Trivia

Between 2010 and 2013, he received three Grammy Awards and was nominated for seven more. He worked on Nicki Minaj's Pink Friday 2. 

Family Life

He was born in Jamaica, but he grew up in Ontario, Canada. He was introduced to dancehall music by his father.

Associated With

He produced the hit song "Not Afraid" by rapper Eminem.