Genius
Genius, founded in 2009 and based in NY, USA, is a platform that originally focused on annotating rap lyrics and now serves over 100 million users monthly with expanded content across various music genres.
Company Overview
Genius is a content company based in New York, USA, that started in 2009. With a team of 101 employees, it operates in the consumer industry, specifically focusing on content. The company is known for serving over 100 million people each month with music knowledge.
Founding and Y Combinator Involvement
Founded in 2009, Genius participated in the Y Combinator S11 batch. The company, which began as a platform for annotating rap lyrics, has since expanded its mission to encompass various music genres and a range of content types.
Expansion of Mission
Initially focused on annotating rap lyrics, Genius has broadened its scope to include more than just hip-hop and lyrics. Today, it covers a wide array of music genres and offers extensive insights into various types of art. Contributions have come from notable artists such as Frank Ocean, Lorde, and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Global Reach and Operations
Genius is headquartered in New York, USA, and serves regions including the United States of America, America / Canada, and offers remote and partly remote work options. The company's extensive reach supports its mission of providing music knowledge to over 100 million users every month.
Team and Workforce
Genius has a team of 101 employees. The company combines a mix of office-based and remote working options to serve its global audience efficiently. The dedicated workforce contributes to the company’s ability to deliver vast amounts of music-related content.
