Matthew Wilder Bio: Net Worth, Age, Wife, Kids, Songs, Height, Parents, Movies, Awards, Instagram

Matthew Weiner, also known as Matthew Wilder, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer best known for his 1983 hit single “Break My Stride.”

A three-time Grammy nominee, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee, he has achieved major success as a producer for artists including No Doubt (Tragic Kingdom) and as a composer for Disney’s Mulan, where he also provided the singing voice for the character Ling.

Matthew Wilder
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Matthew Weiner
Stage Name:	Matthew Wilder
Born:	24 January 1953 (age 73 years old)
Place of Birth:	Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
Nationality:	American
Height:	17.5 m
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Weiner
Spouse:	Leslie Wilder (m. 1986)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Zachary Wilder
Occupation:	Musician, singer, songwriter, record producer
Net Worth:	$18 million

Early Life and Education

Matthew Weiner, known professionally as Matthew Wilder, was born on 24 January 1953 in Manhattan, New York City, to Jewish parents. His mother was a Juilliard-trained opera singer, and his father worked as a Broadway press agent.

Siblings information is unknown. He graduated from the New Lincoln School and began taking classical piano lessons at age four. His ethnicity is Jewish American, and his religion is Judaism.

Career

Matthew Weiner, performing as Matthew Wilder, began his career in the 1970s as part of the Greenwich Village folk-rock duo Matthew & Peteru.

He gained initial recognition with his 1983 solo debut album I Don’t Speak the Language and the worldwide hit single “Break My Stride,” which reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 and became his signature song.

This early success established him as a distinctive new wave and synth-pop artist with a knack for catchy, upbeat pop songwriting.

His career grew significantly as he transitioned into production and composing, notably producing No Doubt’s breakthrough album Tragic Kingdom, which earned a Grammy nomination.

Wilder contributed prominently to Disney’s Mulan (1998) as composer, producer, and the singing voice of Ling, earning Annie and Golden Globe nominations.

He has written and produced for numerous high-profile artists including Christina Aguilera, Kelly Clarkson, Miley Cyrus, and Selena Gomez, showcasing his versatility across pop, rock, and film music.

Later work has seen Wilder continue as a sought-after songwriter and producer while expanding into musical theatre and further film projects.

His legacy includes enduring pop classics, major commercial successes in production, and contributions that have shaped hit records and animated musicals, maintaining influence through timeless songs and mentorship in the industry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @matthewwildermusic
• Facebook Handle: Matthew Wilder

Personal Life

Matthew Wilder has been married to Leslie Wilder since 1986. The couple has two children, including son Zachary Wilder.

He maintains a relatively private family life while drawing on his musical upbringing, balancing a long career in the public eye with personal commitments in New York and California.

Filmography

• Break My Stride (1983)
• Mulan (1998)
• Tragic Kingdom (producer, 1995)

Net Worth

Matthew Wilder‘s estimated net worth is around $18 million USD. Primary income sources include his hit recording career, extensive work as a record producer for multi-platinum albums, songwriting royalties, film and animation scoring (particularly Disney projects), and ongoing publishing and production ventures.