Drizzy shares petition calling for Lanez’s pardon less than two years into sentence
Drake has once again voiced his support for fellow Canadian artist Tory Lanez, urging for his early release from prison. On his Instagram Stories, the Toronto rapper shared a petition aimed at persuading California Governor Gavin Newsom to pardon Lanez, who is currently serving a 10-year sentence for the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion.
Alongside the petition link, Drake added a message of support: “@torylanez come home soon.” This marks another public show of solidarity from Drake, who has consistently backed Lanez despite the high-profile conviction.
Last year, Drake posted a photo of Lanez on social media with the caption, “3 you,” believed to reference Lanez’s prison status.
Drake also appeared to reference the shooting in his 2022 track “Circo Loco,” drawing criticism for lyrics that many interpreted as mocking Megan Thee Stallion. The Houston rapper responded forcefully on social media, calling out male rappers for trivializing violence against women and using her trauma for attention.
Megan emphasized the backlash she has faced for speaking out, highlighting the ongoing tension in the hip-hop community over the case and its broader implications for women in the industry.