Tory Lanez, the rapper, continues to maintain that he’s innocent despite serving time for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020. Now, in a new interview on the Full Send podcast, Lanez asserted that his fingerprints weren’t found on the weapon allegedly used to shoot Meg. As if the controversy wasn’t icing enough, he’s also releasing a brand-new album this Friday (March 7), assuring fans it won’t have that “recorded in jail” sound.
While the case remains a hot topic of public debate, Lanez used his platform to highlight what he believes is a glaring hole in the prosecution’s case. “Ninety percent contributor on this gun is a male and remaining percentages of this gun’s contribution is two females and another male,” he said. “None of those four people share my DNA.”
Lanez reiterated his position, claiming he was eliminated, even though it was reported that his DNA results were “inconclusive” at the trial. “I’m 100 percent excluded, not inconclusive like they said when I was in trial. “My fingerprints are 100 percent excluded from the magazine, from the gun, from the bullets, from anything that has to do with this gun.”
His remarks add another dimension to a case involving as much legal struggle as public opinion. If Lanez still believes he’s innocent of the crime, then Megan Thee Stallion isn’t giving anything up herself. Now, the Houston rapper is ramping up her legal battle, aiming at Lanez and the blogger Milagro Gramz, who perpetuates disinformation about her.
Megan’s lawyers have received a ruling that allows them to take the deposition of Lanez in connection with her defamation suit against Gramz. Gramz allegedly promoted that deepfake video in addition to leading a harassment campaign against Megan, in part driven by Lanez’s father.
“Questioning Lanez is necessary for Ms. Pete to properly probe the depth and foundation of Defendant’s conduct,” the lawyers, who refer to Megan’s full name, Megan Pete, wrote in their legal motion. A judge has concurred with the latter interpretation, which means Lanez will soon have to answer questions under oath while serving his sentence.
Meanwhile, Lanez is redirecting some of the attention to his music. He’s preparing to release a new project on Friday and promises fans it won’t sound like it was recorded from prison. He’s not giving up many details, but the timing of this release will no doubt inspire discussion, not just about his artistry but also his legal troubles.
This is the latest twist in a case that has divided the hip-hop world. On one side are supporters who believe that Lanez is on the receiving end of a flawed legal process, while on the other are staunch members of Team Megan, who cite the conviction delivered by the court as evidence of his guilt. One thing’s for sure: the saga is far from over, and with Lanez now scheduled to be deposed in Megan’s lawsuit, the drama is only heating up.
Now, with an album out and new legal battles on the horizon, Lanez is making headlines from behind bars. The question is: Can his words and music rewrite the narrative, or will the law and public sentiment continue on the same track?
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