Tory Lanez Drops New Album “PETERSON,” Recorded from Prison, With Heavy Roc Nation Diss Track
Tory Lanez has done what many thought was impossible—recording an album from behind bars. The embattled rapper took only three weeks to craft PETERSON, his first full-length project since being sentenced to prison. Unsurprisingly, Lanez has a lot to get off his chest. While he may be physically locked up, he continues to fight Megan Thee Stallion in the court of public opinion, and this latest album is proof that he’s not backing down anytime soon.
As expected, Lanez addresses his legal struggles throughout PETERSON, but what comes as a surprise is his laser-focused attack on Roc Nation, the label that represents Megan. One track in particular, “Verdict Day,” sees the rapper detailing his emotions and frustrations on the day he was sentenced. He doesn’t hold back, taking direct shots at his former attorney Shawn Holley, whom he accuses of siding with Roc Nation.
Lanez has already filed legal complaints against Holley, claiming that she was working in Roc Nation’s best interest rather than his. He reiterates this stance in PETERSON, rapping, “All the information I give her is at ROC. Y’all had my lawyer in y’all pocket she circling T’s. And that’s why Megan always talked like jail was certain for me. It’s cause y’all paid for them ten years let’s keep it honest.” These bars reflect Lanez’s belief that he was set up to lose his trial from the very start.
Lanez’s Ongoing Battle With Roc Nation
“Verdict Day” continues Lanez’s attack on Holley, claiming that she intentionally mishandled parts of his defense to ensure his conviction. “Pinocchio contracts in the back they was all severed. Shawn Holley that’s a name I would call special,” he raps. “Only a special person could rep you and wanna dead you. Go to your DNA expert and say don’t test you.”
The song also alludes to a series of controversies surrounding Lanez’s case, including the allegation that he paid a blogger to spread misinformation about Megan Thee Stallion. Lanez insists that Roc Nation orchestrated various legal maneuvers against him, including the high bail amounts and lawsuits related to alleged Zelle payments. “She was in bed with my opposition like wedding vows,” he claims. “Started seeing f*ckery from bail amounts. The ones who pay her are trying to sue me over Zelle accounts. Sat up in that cell and spoke to Raina for hours on end.”
A Divisive Release
For those who have followed Lanez’s legal battle, “Verdict Day” will likely stand out as one of the most explosive tracks on PETERSON. His supporters may see it as a bold tell-all, while his critics will view it as more attempts to spread misinformation. Regardless of where one stands, it’s clear that Lanez is using his music as a way to continue fighting his battle from behind bars.
With PETERSON now out, the question remains: will it shift public perception in Lanez’s favor, or will it further cement his reputation as a controversial figure? One thing is certain—his voice is far from silenced.
