Helluva (producer) facts for kids
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Helluva
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| Birth name | Martin McCurtis |
| Also known as | Helli Hanson |
| Born | May 7, 1977 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
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| Occupation(s) | record producer |
| Years active | 2000–present |
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Meet Martin McCurtis (born May 7, 1977), who is known in the music world as Helluva. He is an American record producer from Detroit, Michigan. A record producer is like a director for a song, helping artists shape their music from the beat to the final version. Helluva is famous for producing the hit 2016 song "First Day Out" for the rapper Tee Grizzley.
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Early Life and Beginnings
Martin McCurtis was born in Detroit, Michigan. He grew up on the city's Southwest side. From a young age, he was interested in music and started his journey as both a rapper and a producer.
A Career in Music Production
Helluva began his career working with independent record labels. At first, he helped local rappers in Detroit get their start. His talent soon got noticed, and he began working with famous artists like Akon and Yo Gotti.
A fun fact about his music is the audio tag you hear in his songs: "Helluva Made This Beat Baby". This famous line was actually thought up by his son!
Major Hits and Collaborations
Helluva's work with Tee Grizzley brought him a lot of attention. Besides "First Day Out," he also produced the popular song From the D to the A, which featured both Tee Grizzley and Lil Yachty.
His success continued, and in 2018, he produced songs for the albums Still My Moment and The ... Tape. In 2020, he worked with the superstar rapper Megan Thee Stallion on her project Suga.
Work in Film
Helluva's talents are not just limited to music albums. In 2019, he took on the role of musical director for the movie Out of Bounds. This means he was in charge of the film's music, helping to create the right mood for the story.
Impact on Detroit's Music Scene
Helluva is seen as a key figure in modern Detroit music. The magazine Okayplayer said that "Helluva is bringing Detroit street rap to the mainstream." This means he helped the unique sound of his city become popular all over the world.
The Detroit Metro Times newspaper called Helluva "the musical architect" of "Detroit trap." Trap is a style of hip hop known for its specific drum machine sounds and energetic feel. This title shows how important his work has been in building and defining the sound of his hometown.
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