The New Toronto
Tory Lanez · 2015
11 tracks · contemporary R&B
A fusion of melodic R&B and sharp trap beats, showcasing a blend of vulnerability and bravado.
Top tracks — play these first
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New Toronto — The title track encapsulates Lanez's ambition and confidence, showcasing his lyrical prowess over an infectious beat that represents his artistic vision.
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One Day — This track offers a reflective take on Lanez's journey and aspirations, blending introspective lyrics with a melodic hook that resonates deeply.
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Lord Knows Pt. 2 — A standout collaboration featuring atmospheric production, this track highlights Lanez's ability to balance rap and singing while exploring themes of success and struggle.
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Kids From The West — This song captures the essence of Toronto's youth culture through vivid storytelling and a catchy chorus, emphasizing Lanez's connection to his roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a blend of R&B and trap but lacks strong cohesion in its running order.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that contrast with the earlier energy.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, blending Tory Lanez's singing and rapping seamlessly throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- fragmented pacing for casual listening
- urban ambition and resilience themes
- reflective moments amidst energetic beats
- late-night city drives vibe
- smooth melodies for relaxed settings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking cohesive album experiences
- prefer structured song formats
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Tory Lanez released The New Toronto in January 2015, he was establishing his presence in the music scene following his mixtape debut, Lost Cause. This album came shortly after signing with Interscope Records, positioning him for a broader reach in the hip-hop landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- PartyNextDoor· 6LACK· Khalid
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Makaveli
- 2 New Toronto
- 3 Woods
- 4 Other Side
- 5 One Day
- 6 Round Here
- 7 Kids From The West
- 8 Lord Knows Pt. 2
- 9 Traphouse
- 10 Them Days
- 11 Letter to the City
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