Timbaland
Timbaland stands as a defining figure among American Musicians of the Generation X.
American record producer (born 1972)
"Timbaland's career reached an undeniable peak in the late 1990s and mid-2000s." — About Timbaland
| Metric | Timbaland | Avg Musician | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 54 | 57 | -3 yrs |
| Career length | 36 yrs | ~35 yrs | +1 yrs |
| Based on 830 Musician profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Timbaland
Did you know that Timbaland originally wanted to be a DJ and rapper before focusing primarily on music production?
- Timbaland's birth name is Timothy Zachary Mosley, and he adopted his stage name as a nod to the Timberland boot brand.
- He first met fellow superstar producer Pharrell Williams in high school in Virginia Beach, where they were both part of a group called S.B.I.
- His signature production often features "baby crying" sounds and other unconventional samples, contributing to his unique sonic palette.
- He produced the majority of Aaliyah's critically acclaimed 1996 album "One in a Million," which solidified his futuristic sound.
- Timbaland lost over 130 pounds after a health scare, including pre-diabetes and addiction struggles, completely transforming his lifestyle.
Timbaland's career reached an undeniable peak in the late 1990s and mid-2000s. His groundbreaking work on Missy Elliott's "Supa Dupa Fly" and Aaliyah's "One in a Million" redefined R&B and hip-hop production. He later orchestrated a massive comeback for Justin Timberlake with "FutureSex/LoveSounds," producing nearly the entire album and cementing his status as a hitmaker across genres.
Timbaland's lasting legacy is his pioneering of a "futuristic" sound that blended hip-hop, R&B, and electronic elements, profoundly influencing two decades of popular music and making him one of the most sampled producers ever.