French Montana has earned another major career milestone. The Diamond-certified rapper received a 2026 MTV Video Music Awards nomination for Best Collaboration alongside Max B for their hit song “Ever Since U Left Me.”
The nomination comes as the track continues to build momentum across music and social media. Released in January, the song has become one of the standout records from French Montana and Max B’s collaborative project, Coke Wave 3.5: Narcos.
French Montana earns VMA nomination with Max B
“Ever Since U Left Me” was released on Jan. 9, 2026. The song has since appeared on the Billboard Hot 100 and collected more than 35 million Spotify streams, according to the announcement.
The track also made an impact in Canada. It reached No. 22 on Billboard Canada’s CHR/Top 40 chart and No. 96 on the Canadian Hot 100.
The new VMA nomination adds to an already decorated career for French Montana. The Bronx-born, Moroccan-American rapper has earned three Grammy nominations and achieved Diamond certification during his career.
‘Ever Since U Left Me’ gets New York remixes
The song received another boost this summer through two high-profile remixes.
On June 8, French Montana and Max B released the “Ever Since U Left Me (Big Bronx Remix – Knicks Edition)” featuring New York rap legend Remy Ma. The remix celebrated the New York Knicks’ NBA Finals run and championship while connecting the team’s success with the city’s hip-hop culture.
The Knicks edition also became part of an ESPN collaboration. The track was featured across NBA programming, including NBA Today and SportsCenter with Scott Van Pelt.
Then, on July 10, Lil’ Kim joined the record with the “Ever Since U Left Me (Lil’ Kim Freestyle).” The Brooklyn rap icon added another New York connection to the growing hit.
French Montana’s hit reaches millions
The remixes have helped expand the song’s reach throughout the summer.
According to the announcement, “Ever Since U Left Me” has now generated more than 50 million global streams, alongside more than 23 million YouTube views. The song has also recorded more than 272 million TikTok views and over 570,000 Shazams.
The VMA nomination gives the track another major spotlight as the 2026 awards approach.
French Montana continues his global run
French Montana has built a career that blends hip-hop with international culture and entertainment. His catalog includes the Diamond-certified “Unforgettable,” as well as hits such as “Pop That” and “No Stylist.”
The rapper has also expanded his work beyond music through philanthropy and entrepreneurship. He has supported healthcare initiatives in Africa and served as Global Citizen’s first hip-hop ambassador.
In December 2025, Montana further highlighted his connection to his heritage by performing at the opening ceremony of the Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat, Morocco.
Now, his latest VMA nomination gives him another reason to celebrate. French Montana and Max B will compete for Best Collaboration at the 2026 MTV VMAs with “Ever Since U Left Me.”
Source: French Montana press release
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