Made You Think I Was Gone ...But
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| Released | July 17, 2026 | |||
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| Length | 76:55 | |||
| Label | One Umbrella Records | |||
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Made You Think I Was Gone ...But is the tenth studio album by Canadian rapper and singer Tory Lanez.[1] It was released on July 17, 2026, through One Umbrella. The project is structured as a double album,[2] with the first disc dedicated to hip hop and the second focusing on R&B, reflecting the two musical styles that have defined much of his career.[3] Made You Think I Was Gone...But was produced by Play Picasso, Plu2o Nash, Smash David, Roselilah, Mike Wavvs and Cashen.[4]
Background
[edit]Two unreleased songs from Tory Lanez had appeared on the internet before the album’s release.[5] It was alleged that the songs were real, leading to rumors about him releasing new music while in prison.[6] On July 15 Lanez announced the album through social media with the message "Made You Think I Was Gone...But 7.17",[7][8][9] revealing that it would be divided into two discs[10] labelled "Disc 1: Rap" (Fargo’s Revenge) and "Disc 2: R&B." (Fargo’s Heartbreak).[11] Made You Think I Was Gone ...But was released on July 17, 2026, through Lanez's independent label, One Umbrella.[12]
The album artwork references the prison stabbing Lanez survived in May 2025,[13] depicting a bandaged figure that alludes to the injuries he sustained during the attack.[6]
Reception
[edit]Writing for Ratings Game Music, Quincy praised the album's versatility, highlighting Lanez's vocal performances, production, and ability to alternate between rap and R&B across the project's two discs. While noting that several tracks felt reminiscent of the artist's earlier work, the review concluded that the album remained a strong release, particularly commending its production quality and emotional range.[14] HotNewHipHop described the project as a return to the dual musical approach that has characterized much of Lanez's career, with the first disc focusing on hip hop and the second emphasizing melodic R&B. The publication noted that the 23-track album revisits the sounds that established his fanbase.[15]
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Revenge of Fargo" | 3:18 |
| 2. | "Crodie from the 9 // Guy in My City" | 3:56 |
| 3. | "Who?" | 4:19 |
| 4. | "Jalen Brunson" | 3:04 |
| 5. | "Heartbreak from Cell 210" | 2:55 |
| 6. | "Deen & AB // SGA" | 3:14 |
| 7. | "Gyal Gimmie" | 3:34 |
| 8. | "Hasty Market // Toronto" (featuring HollywoodSos) | 2:53 |
| 9. | "Penthouse Blue" | 2:58 |
| 10. | "Many Men Pt. 2" (featuring VV$ Ken) | 3:40 |
| 11. | "GYMR" | 3:29 |
| 12. | "9Side Bodmon" | 3:09 |
| Total length: | 40:29 | |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "The Over Song" | 3:34 |
| 2. | "Swangin'" | 3:17 |
| 3. | "Favorite Eater" | 3:14 |
| 4. | "Clouded // TJ's Interlude" | 3:10 |
| 5. | "Kody" | 3:05 |
| 6. | "Streets Want You Back" | 3:23 |
| 7. | "Dancers Remorse (Sin City)" | 3:41 |
| 8. | "Scarborough to Dubai" | 3:07 |
| 9. | "First Day Out" (R&B version) | 3:16 |
| 10. | "Wrong Moves" | 3:18 |
| 11. | "I Know Everything" | 3:21 |
| Total length: | 36:26 | |
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2026) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canadian Albums (Billboard)[16] | 23 |
| US Billboard 200[17] | 33 |
| US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums (Billboard)[18] | 11 |
References
[edit]- ↑ "Tory Lanez Returns With New Album 'Made You Think I Was Gone...But'". Buzzmusic. July 17, 2026. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ "Tory Lanez announces double-album 'Made You Think I Was Gone'". Dailyfly News. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ "Tory Lanez – Made You Think I Was Gone ...But Album". Hipopsongs. July 18, 2026. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ Bluetec, D. J. (July 27, 2026). "Tory Lanez Eyes Billboard 200 Return With New Double Album". HipHopCanada.com. Retrieved July 28, 2026.
- ↑ Smalls (@PhotosByBeanz), Bernard (July 15, 2026). "Tory Lanez Is Doing His Best Lucious Lyon Impression With New Prison Double Album On The Way". Hip-Hop Wired. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- 1 2 Staff, T. M. Z. (July 14, 2026). "Tory Lanez's Newly Leaked Tracks Are Real, New Album Coming Friday". TMZ. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ Nteso, Khethang (July 15, 2026). "Tory Lanez Announces Double Album 'MADE YOU THINK I WAS GONE' From Prison". ..::That Grape Juice.net::.. - Thirsty?. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ Aurelien, Jeandell (July 18, 2026). "Social Media Reacts To The Tory Lanez 'MADE YOU THINK I WAS GONE ...BUT' Album". Parle Mag. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ Marie, Erika (March 30, 2023). "Tory Lanez Announces Double Album Dropping This Week". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ Snow, Tron. "Tory Lanez Is Doing His Best Lucious Lyon Impression With New Prison Double Album On The Way". 103.1 FM WEUP. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ Quincy (July 14, 2026). "Tory Lanez Announces Two-Disc Album "Made You Think I Was Gone" Dropping July 17". RGM. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ InMusic (July 17, 2026). "Tory Lanez Releases New Album Tonight: Tracklist, Name and More". InMusic. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ "Tory Lanez: Rapper stabbed 14 times in prison California prison". www.bbc.com. May 13, 2025. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ Quincy (July 17, 2026). "Tory Lanez - MADE YOU THINK I WAS GONE...BUT (Album Review)". RGM. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ Spencer, Tallie (July 14, 2026). "Made You Think I Was Gone ...But - Album by Tory Lanez". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved July 19, 2026.
- ↑ "Tory Lanez Chart History (Canadian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved July 28, 2026.
- ↑ "Tory Lanez Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved July 28, 2026.
- ↑ "Tory Lanez Chart History (Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved July 28, 2026.