DJ Mustard is an American record producer, DJ and songwriter from Los Angeles, California. He is known for his production style of West Coast hip hop and has produced for artists such as Trey Songz, Tyga, YG, Ty Dolla Sign, 2 Chainz, Kid Ink, Jeremih, and Big Sean. He has also been credited for creating the “ratchet music” sound. With his career spanning over a decade, DJ Mustard has become one of the most successful and influential music producers in the industry.
Early Life
DJ Mustard was born Dijon Isaiah McFarlane in Los Angeles, California on June 5, 1990. He grew up in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles and was exposed to music from a young age. His mother was a music teacher and he was influenced by his father’s love of funk and soul music. He started producing music at the age of 14 after his brother introduced him to the software FruityLoops. He then went on to produce for local artists and started to gain recognition in the Los Angeles music scene.
Career Highlights
DJ Mustard’s career took off when he produced the hit single “Rack City” by Tyga in 2011. The song was a commercial success and peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This marked the beginning of his career as a successful producer and he went on to work with many other artists such as Trey Songz, YG, Ty Dolla Sign, 2 Chainz, Kid Ink, Jeremih, and Big Sean. He has also produced the hit singles “Don’t Tell ‘Em” by Jeremih, “Loyal” by Chris Brown, and “Truffle Butter” by Nicki Minaj. In addition to producing music, DJ Mustard has also released two albums, 10 Summers in 2014 and Cold Summer in 2016.
Personal Life
DJ Mustard is currently in a relationship with singer-songwriter and producer Ella Mai. The couple have a son together, born in 2018. DJ Mustard has also had a few run-ins with the law, including a DUI in 2017. He has a net worth of $7 million and is active on social media, particularly Instagram where he has over 3 million followers.
DJ Mustard has had a successful career spanning over a decade. He has produced for some of the biggest names in the music industry and is credited for creating the “ratchet music” sound. His career shows no signs of slowing down and he continues to make music that resonates with audiences around the world.