Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Tory Lanez
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Tory Lanez made an impact.
Tory Lanez, born Daystar Peterson, is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer. He gained initial recognition with his mixtape Conflicts of My Soul: The 416 Story in 2013. In 2015, he signed with Mad Love Records/Interscope Records. He is known for songs such as 'Say It', 'LUV', and 'Broke Leg'.
2009: Debut Mixtape Release
In 2009, Tory Lanez released his debut mixtape T.L 2 T.O.
February 2010: Sean Kingston Contact
In February 2010, Sean Kingston contacted Tory Lanez after seeing a video of him freestyling, leading to Lanez performing on tour with Kingston and Justin Bieber.
2011: Signs with Time is Money Entertainment
In 2011, Tory Lanez signed a record deal with Sean Kingston's Time is Money Entertainment and released several mixtapes before leaving the label to become an independent artist.
2012: Sincerely Tory Mixtape Release
In 2012, Tory Lanez released the mixtape Sincerely Tory.
August 2013: Conflicts of My Soul: The 416 Story Release
In August 2013, Tory Lanez received initial recognition for his mixtape Conflicts of My Soul: The 416 Story.
2013: Conflicts of My Soul: The 416 Story Release
In 2013, Tory Lanez released the mixtape Conflicts of My Soul: The 416 Story.
April 2014: Public Swave Announcement Episodes Released
In April 2014, Tory Lanez released two episodes of the "Public Swave Announcement", showcasing behind-the-scenes footage from the "These Things Happen Tour" with G-Eazy and Rockie Fresh.
June 2, 2014: "Teyana" Song Released
On June 2, 2014, Tory Lanez released the song "Teyana" as a tribute to singer Teyana Taylor.
June 6, 2014: "The Godfather" Song Release and Fargo Fridays Announcement
On June 6, 2014, Tory Lanez released "The Godfather" and announced the Fargo Fridays series for releasing music on Fridays.
August 14, 2014: "The Mission" Song Release and Tour Announcement
On August 14, 2014, Tory Lanez released the song "The Mission" to celebrate his tour announcement.
September 29, 2014: Lost Cause Mixtape Delayed
The release of Tory Lanez's mixtape, Lost Cause, was initially scheduled for September 29, 2014, but it was later pushed back to October 1.
2014: One Umbrella Founded
In 2014, Tory Lanez founded One Umbrella, a Canadian record label and management company, initially starting as a clothing company.
February 27, 2015: Collaboration EP Announcement
On February 27, 2015, Tory Lanez announced he would release a collaboration EP with WeDidIt Records producers on April 6.
April 3, 2015: "In For It" Single Release
On April 3, 2015, Tory Lanez released the single "In For It" for his upcoming EP.
May 8, 2015: "Ric Flair" Song Release
On May 8, 2015, Tory Lanez released the song "Ric Flair" featuring Rory Trustory.
May 22, 2015: "Acting Like" Single Release
On May 22, 2015, Tory Lanez released the second single for the EP, titled "Acting Like".
June 19, 2015: Cruel Intentions EP Announcement
On June 19, 2015, Tory Lanez announced that the EP would be called Cruel Intentions and released on June 26, 2015.
June 26, 2015: "Karrueche" Single Release
On June 26, 2015, Tory Lanez released the single "Karrueche".
July 15, 2015: "Say It" Single Release and Signing with Mad Love Records and Interscope Records
On July 15, 2015, Tory Lanez released the first single off his debut album, titled "Say It". It was also revealed that he signed to Benny Blanco's Mad Love Records and Interscope Records.
September 18, 2015: "BLOW" Single Release
On September 18, 2015, Tory Lanez released the single, "BLOW".
December 25, 2015: Chixtape III and The New Toronto Mixtapes Released
On December 25, 2015, Tory Lanez released the two mixtapes, Chixtape III and The New Toronto.
2015: Signs with Mad Love Records
In 2015, Tory Lanez signed with record producer Benny Blanco's Mad Love Records, an imprint of Interscope Records.
2015: Recording of Tracks for 'Lost Tapes'
Some of the tracks released in July 2024 under the 'Lost Tapes' moniker were recorded in 2015.
January 18, 2016: "LA Confidential" Single Release
On January 18, 2016, "LA Confidential" was released as the second single for the album.
March 4, 2016: "Tim Duncan" Song Release
On March 4, 2016, Tory Lanez released the song, "Tim Duncan" as a part of his Fargo Fridays series.
April 1, 2016: "The Level Up Tour" Announcement
On April 1, 2016, ASAP Ferg and Tory Lanez announced "The Level Up Tour".
April 5, 2016: Summer Jam and Pemberton Music Festival Performance Announcement
On April 5, 2016, it was revealed that Tory Lanez would perform at Summer Jam and Pemberton Music Festival in the summer of 2016.
April 8, 2016: "Line Up the Flex" Collaboration Release
On April 8, 2016, Tory Lanez and ASAP Ferg collaborated on the song, "Line Up the Flex" to promote their "Level Up" tour.
May 6, 2016: "For Real" and "Unforgetful" Songs Release
On May 6, 2016, Tory Lanez released two songs, "For Real" and "Unforgetful" as a part of the Fargo Friday series.
July 29, 2016: "Luv" Single Release and Album Title Reveal
On July 29, 2016, Tory Lanez released the official second single "Luv" on iTunes. He also revealed that his album title would be I Told You.
August 19, 2016: I Told You Album Release
On August 19, 2016, Tory Lanez released his album I Told You.
2016: I Told You Album Release
In 2016, Tory Lanez' debut studio album, I Told You, was released, exploring alternative R&B and achieving commercial success. It featured the hit singles "Say It" and "Luv."
March 2, 2018: Memories Don't Die Album Release
On March 2, 2018, Tory Lanez released his second studio album Memories Don't Die.
October 26, 2018: Love Me Now? Album Release
On October 26, 2018, Tory Lanez released his album Love Me Now?
November 2018: Claiming to be a better rapper than Joyner Lucas
In November 2018, Tory Lanez claimed during an Instagram Live session that he was a better rapper than Joyner Lucas, leading to a rap battle and diss tracks between the two artists. This short-lived beef also involved New York rapper Don Q.
2018: Mansa Signed to One Umbrella
In 2018, Mansa became the first artist signed to Tory Lanez's record label, One Umbrella.
2018: Memories Don't Die and Love Me Now? Albums Released
In 2018, Tory Lanez released his second and third albums, Memories Don't Die and Love Me Now?, which explored hip-hop and achieved commercial success.
November 15, 2019: Chixtape 5 Album Release
On November 15, 2019, Tory Lanez released his album Chixtape 5.
2019: Chixtape 5 Album Release
In 2019, Tory Lanez released his fourth album, Chixtape 5, which peaked at number two on the US Billboard 200.
February 2020: Departure from Interscope Records
In February 2020, Tory Lanez announced his departure from Interscope Records.
March 20, 2020: "Trust" Remix with Buju Banton
On March 20, 2020, Tory Lanez teamed up with Jamaican dancehall artist Buju Banton for a remix of "Trust".
April 10, 2020: The New Toronto 3 Mixtape Release
On April 10, 2020, Tory Lanez released The New Toronto 3 mixtape, his final release with Interscope Records.
May 14, 2020: "Temperature Rising" Single Release as Independent Artist
On May 14, 2020, Tory Lanez released the single "Temperature Rising" via his own One Umbrella imprint, marking his first release as an independent artist.
September 25, 2020: Daystar Album Release and Defense Against Allegations
On September 25, 2020, Tory Lanez surprise-released his fifth album, Daystar, defending himself against claims he shot Megan Thee Stallion.
December 22, 2020: Loner Mixtape Release
On December 22, 2020, Tory Lanez released the hip-hop commercial mixtape Loner.
2020: Daystar Album Release
In 2020, Tory Lanez released his fifth album, Daystar, which peaked at number ten.
2020: First Independent Single and Ownership of Masters
In 2020, Tory Lanez released his first single as an independent artist, emphasizing his ownership of masters, publishing, and royalties.
2020: Recording of Tracks for 'Lost Tapes' and 'Prison Tapes'
Some of the tracks released in July 2024 under the 'Lost Tapes' and 'Prison Tapes' monikers were recorded in 2020.
March 5, 2021: Playboy Mixtape Release
On March 5, 2021, Tory Lanez released the R&B commercial mixtape Playboy.
December 10, 2021: Alone at Prom Album Release
On December 10, 2021, Tory Lanez released his sixth studio album Alone at Prom, an 80's inspired synth-pop project.
2021: Alone at Prom Album Release
In 2021, Tory Lanez released his 1980s-inspired sixth album, Alone at Prom.
2021: "The Color Violet" Gains Popularity
In 2021, Tory Lanez's track "The Color Violet", from the Alone at Prom album, experienced a boost in popularity due to TikTok.
2022: Sorry 4 What Album Release
In 2022, Tory Lanez released his seventh album, Sorry 4 What, before his incarceration.
2023: Alone at Prom (Deluxe) Release
In 2023, Tory Lanez released the deluxe edition of his 2021 album Alone at Prom, featuring 10 additional tracks.
July 2024: Release of 'Lost Tapes' and 'Prison Tapes'
Beginning in July 2024, tracks under the 'Lost Tapes' and 'Prison Tapes' monikers were released, featuring songs recorded from 2015 to 2020 and from within prison, respectively.
August 2024: Release of 'Twitch Tapes'
Towards the end of August 2024, tracks began to release under the 'Twitch Tapes' moniker, consisting of songs recorded live on streaming platform Twitch.
