Say It (Tory Lanez song)

"Say It"
Single by Tory Lanez
Released August 11, 2015
Recorded 2015
Genre
Length 3:58
Label
Writer(s)
Producer(s)
Tory Lanez singles chronology
"Karrueche"
(2015)		 "Say It"
(2015)		 "Initiation"
(2015)

"Say It" is a song by Canadian rapper Tory Lanez. The song was released on August 11, 2015 by Mad Love Records and Interscope Records. It is the first single for his upcoming debut studio album, which is set to be released in early 2016. A snippet of the song was released on July 24, 2015.[1] The song is another release under the Fargo Friday's series.[2] It samples the song, "If You Love Me" by Brownstone.[3]

Music video

The song's accompanying music video premiered on August 10, 2015 on Tory's Vevo account on YouTube. Since its release, the video has received over 74 million views.[4]

Critical reception

"Say It" received positive reviews from music critics. Rick Florino of Artistdirect said, "...the new track sees him confidently embrace this inimitable and infectious style. It's airy drip transfixes just before building into an undeniable refrain. Somewhere between The Weeknd's nocturnal decadence and Future's space ruckus, Tory Lanez rules supreme. It's ultimately enigmatic and engaging at every turn. However, you really just need to listen to it for yourself."[5]

Remix and cover

Sevyn Streeter released a remix of the song, with lyric changes.[6] Ed Sheeran released a cover on SoundCloud.[7] Tory revealed Kanye West's team reached out for the instrumental to record a remix of the song, but the remix has yet to be released.[8]

Charts

Chart (2015–16) Peak
position
US Billboard Hot 100[9] 23
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[10] 10
US R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay (Billboard)[11] 1
US Rhythmic (Billboard)[12] 5
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[13] 62

Certifications

Region Certification Sales/shipments
United States (RIAA)[14] Platinum 1,000,000

*sales figures based on certification alone
^shipments figures based on certification alone
xunspecified figures based on certification alone

References

  1. ↑ Schwartz, Danny (2015-07-24). "Tory Lanez - Say It (Snippet) | Stream & Listen [New Song]". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 2015-08-12.
  2. ↑ "Tory Lanez – Say It Lyrics | Genius". Genius.com. Retrieved 2015-08-12.
  3. ↑ Trammel, Matthew (2015-07-31). "Tory Lanez Premieres "Say It," Announces Deal With Benny Blanco". The Fader. Retrieved 2015-08-12.
  4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUq1rZ7mmns
  5. ↑ Florino, Rick. "Song Review: Tory Lanez "Say It" @ARTISTdirect". Artist direct. Retrieved 2015-08-14.
  6. ↑ "New Music: Sevyn Streeter – ‘Say It (Tory Lanez Remix)’". Rap-Up. September 22, 2015. Retrieved January 18, 2016.
  7. ↑ "Ed Sheeran Covers Tory Lanez’ ‘Say It’". Rap-Up. September 22, 2015. Retrieved January 18, 2016.
  8. ↑ http://www.fashionably-early.com/2016/01/24/kanye-wests-remix-of-tory-lanez-say-it-may-be-on-the-way/
  9. ↑ "Tory Lanez - Chart history (The Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved January 26, 2016.
  10. ↑ Illegal name entered Tory Lanez/Tory+Lanez/chart?f=367 "Tory Lanez – Chart history" Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs for Tory Lanez.
  11. ↑ Illegal name entered Tory Lanez/Tory+Lanez/chart?f=364 "Tory Lanez – Chart history" Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay for Tory Lanez.
  12. ↑ Illegal name entered Tory Lanez/Tory+Lanez/chart?f=378 "Tory Lanez – Chart history" Billboard Rhythmic Songs for Tory Lanez. Retrieved October 10, 2015.
  13. ↑ Illegal name entered Tory Lanez/Tory+Lanez/chart?f=793 "Tory Lanez – Chart history" Canadian Hot 100 for Tory Lanez. Retrieved October 10, 2015.
  14. ↑ "American single certifications – Tory Lanez – Say It". Recording Industry Association of America. If necessary, click Advanced, then click Format, then select Single, then click SEARCH

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