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Rakim Athelston Mayers[3][4] (born October 3, 1988), known professionally as ASAP Rocky (/ˈeɪsæp/ AY-sap; stylized as A$AP Rocky), is an American rapper and actor.[5] Born and raised in Harlem, he embarked on his musical career as a member of the hip hop collective ASAP Mob, from which he adopted his moniker. In August 2011, Mayers' single "Peso" was leaked online, and within weeks, began receiving radio airplay.[6] He signed with Polo Grounds Music, an imprint of RCA Records in October of that year, and shortly after, released his debut mixtape, Live. Love. A$AP (2011) to widespread critical acclaim.[7][8]

Key Information

Mayers' 2012 single, "Fuckin' Problems" (featuring Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar), marked his first entry—at number eight—on the Billboard Hot 100, received a nomination for Best Rap Song at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards, and preceded his debut studio album, Long. Live. A$AP (2013). A critical and commercial success, it debuted atop the Billboard 200 and received double platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His second album, At. Long. Last. A$AP (2015), also debuted atop the chart and saw continued critical praise; its two lead singles, "Lord Pretty Flacko Jodye 2 (LPFJ2)" and "Everyday" (featuring Rod Stewart, Miguel and Mark Ronson), both received double platinum certifications by the RIAA, while its third, "L$D", was nominated for Best Music Video at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards. His third album, Testing (2018), debuted within the Billboard 200's top five, while his fourth album, Don't Be Dumb, is scheduled for release in 2025.

Mayers has won a BET Award, two BET Hip Hop Awards, an MTV Video Music Award Japan and an MTVU Woodie Award. He has been nominated for two Grammy Awards, six World Music Awards, three MTV Video Music Awards and two MTV Europe Music Awards. Furthermore, Mayers has worked in music video direction, as well as production or co-writing for other artists, often under the pseudonym Lord Flacko.[9][10]

Early life

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Rakim Athelston Mayers was born on October 3, 1988, in the Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan, a borough of New York City.[11][12] His father, Adrian "Duke" Athelston Mayers, was from Barbados and his mother, Renee Black, is of African American and part Guyanese descent.[13][14] The couple raised four children together; Ricky, Erika B., Rakim and Asia.[15][16] Both Rakim and Erika's names are taken from the Eric B. & Rakim duo.[17] Mayers has 10 other paternal siblings. His cousin is fellow ASAP Mob member ASAP Nast.[18]

Mayers started rapping at age nine, when he moved to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.[19] He learned how to rap from his older brother, who also wore the cornrows hairdo that Mayers later adopted. When Mayers was 13, his brother Ricky was killed by gun violence in Harlem.[20] The death inspired Mayers to take rapping more seriously.[21] Mayers grew up admiring Harlem-based rap group the Diplomats. He was also influenced by Mobb Deep,[22] Three 6 Mafia, UGK, Run DMC, Wu-Tang Clan, and Bone Thugs-n-Harmony.[23]

When Mayers was 12 years old, his father went to jail and he spent his teenage years moving around homeless shelters with his mother and sister.[24] After living for a period in a shelter with his mother in New York City, he moved to Midtown Manhattan.[15] His father died in 2012.[25]

Career

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2007–2011: Career beginnings

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In 2007, Mayers joined the A$AP Mob crew, a Harlem-based collective of rappers, producers, music video directors, fashion designers, and bikers who shared similar interests in music, fashion, style, and art.[26] It had been formed by A$AP Yams, A$AP Bari and A$AP Illz.[27][28] In July 2011, Mayers released his single "Purple Swag" which quickly became a street anthem in New York City.[29][30][31][32]

In August 2011, Mayers’ single "Peso", was leaked online and within weeks received airplay on the high-profile Hot 97 New York radio station.[6] After he released a music video for his song "Purple Swag", he received attention from several record labels. In October, he released the mixtape Live. Love. A$AP to critical acclaim. Earlier that month, he signed a two-year, $3 million record deal with Bryan Leach's Polo Grounds Music, which at the time was distributed by Clive Davis' Sony Music division of J Records.[33] Upon his record deal, Mayers started a label, A$AP Worldwide, with A$AP Yams.[27] However, Mayers’ deal with J Records would be short-lived,[citation needed] when on October 7, RCA Music Group announced that it was merging J alongside Arista and Jive Records into RCA Records.[7] With the shutdown, Mayers (and all other artists previously signed to these three labels) will release future material under the RCA brand.[34] On December 5, he was nominated for BBC's Sound of 2012 poll.[35]

2012–2014: Touring and Long. Live. A$AP

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Mayers performing at the 2012 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival

In February 2012, Mayers joined Kendrick Lamar as the opening act for Drake's Club Paradise Tour.[36] In June, SpaceGhostPurrp, founder of Miami-based collective Raider Klan and Mayers’ past collaborator, accused A$AP Twelvyy of jumping Raider Klan's Matt Stoops and subsequently disassociated himself from A$AP Mob and Mayers in a YouTube video.[37] He and Raider Klan also accused ASAP Mob of copying their style,[37] and Mayers of using lyrics from SpaceGhostPurrp's song "My Enemy" on "Goldie".[38] Mayers responded in a July interview for MTV, saying that SpaceGhostPurrp is "try[ing] to build hype" and told him to "stick to makin' beats".[37]

In July 2012, Mayers performed at the Pitchfork Music Festival.[39] He was scheduled to make his network television debut on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon on July 20,[39] but he was then arrested the night before, after an alleged involvement in a brawl, with 21-year-old artist iRome. The scuffle took place in downtown Manhattan and the performance was canceled.[40][41] After it was rescheduled for August 21, Mayers performed "Goldie" on the show.[42] On September 6, he also performed a guest rap on Rihanna's "Cockiness (Love It)" at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards.[43]

Mayers recorded his debut studio album Long. Live. A$AP, along with several producers, such as Clams Casino, Hit-Boy, Friendzone, A$AP Ty Beats, Soufein3000 and Joey Fat Beats.[44] "Goldie" was released as the album's first single on April 27.[45] On August 27, his crew A$AP Mob released the mixtape Lords Never Worry as a free download.[46] During September through November, Mayers promoted the album with the 40-date national concert tour, the Long Live ASAP Tour, with opening acts ScHoolboy Q, Danny Brown, and A$AP Mob.[47] Long. Live. A$AP was released on January 15, 2013, to mostly positive reviews from critics.[48] The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, with first-week sales of 139,000 copies in the United States.[49] As of March 13, 2013, it has sold 284,000 copies.[50] On March 16, 2015, Long. Live. A$AP was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), for the shipment of 500,000 copies in the United States.[51][52]

On April 12, 2013, in an interview at Wild 94.9 radio station, Mayers revealed that he was working on an instrumental album, which he plans on releasing without notice. He also discussed his favorite music videos and talked about his desire to collaborate with veteran rapper André 3000.[53] On June 21, Mayers told MTV News that he had completed his debut instrumental album, which mostly consists of ambient oriented instrumental tracks, titled Beauty & The Beast: Slowed Down Sessions (Chapter 1) and was originally set to be released during the summer for free download.[54] However, that album was delayed with no release date announced. Mayers previewed two snippets that would have made the Beauty & The Beast: Slowed Down Sessions (Chapter 1) compilation, titled "Riot Rave" and "Unicorn".[55] The project has not been released as of 2025.

2015–2017: At. Long. Last. A$AP

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Mayers in 2013

On March 16, 2014, Mayers announced that he was working on his second studio album, entitled A.L.L.A. (an acronym for At. Long. Last. A$AP)[56] which was a follow-up to his debut album, Long. Live. A$AP.[57] Upon the wake of a delay of the ASAP Mob album, L.O.R.D., Mayers subsequently collaborated with cohorts A$AP Ferg, Nast and Twelvyy on the album's third single, "Hella Hoes", which was released on June 6, 2014.[58] Nonetheless, A$AP Mob leader A$AP Yams announced on his Tumblr account that the album had been shelved.[59] On October 3, 2014, his 26th birthday, Mayers launched a short-lived music giveaway called Flacko Jodye Season,[60] which first premiered with "Multiply", which featured additional vocals from Juicy J;[61][62] later released on iTunes one week after its premiere.[63][64]

On New Year's Day 2015, Mayers released his second album's lead single, "Lord Pretty Flacko Jodye 2 (LPFJ2)", a sequel to "Pretty Flacko".[65] Then, on January 18, seventeen days after the single's release, Mayers’ mentor and partner, Steven "A$AP Yams" Rodriguez, died at the age of 26.[66][67] However, some reports later stated that Yams' cause was ruled acute mixed drug intoxication[68] while Mayers and several A$AP Mob members and affiliates said that the late leader of the collective died due to his sleep apnea, which caused asphyxiation and pulmonary aspiration.[69][70][71] Weeks after Yams' death, Mayers revealed that At. Long. Last. A$AP was executive-produced by rapper Juicy J, producer Danger Mouse, Mayers and Yams themselves.[72][73][74]

In 2015, Mayers appeared in a cameo role in the indie comedy-drama, Dope. The film premiered at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival on January 21, 2015.[75] It opened in all movie theaters on June 12.[76] There at the event, Mayers explained his expressions and grief over the death of his own friend and partner; performed "Multiply" on-stage as a dedication to his loving memory, minutes before running backstage to calm down.[77] In March 2015, Mayers said in an interview with MTV News that he made songs such as "Wild For The Night" and "Fuckin' Problems" for mainstream commercial success, and that he now hated those songs.[78]

On April 8, 2015, the rapper released a song, titled "M'$", debuted during an interview with the Red Bull Music Academy, and was released on the iTunes Store two days later,[79] however, it was announced that the song was not an official single from the album.[80] The album, however, did include a remixed version of the track that replaced Mayers’ second verse with a guest verse from Lil Wayne. On May 9, Mayers unveiled the album's cover art on his official Instagram page, with the caption "AT LONG LAST...."[81] On the same day, he then released the album's alternative artwork[82] and released the album's second single, titled "Everyday" featuring Rod Stewart, Miguel and Mark Ronson (the latter of which also produced the track alongside Emile Haynie).[83][84] Mayers also announced that the release date for A.L.L.A. was updated to June 2, 2015; however, on May 25, 2015, around 6:00 PM EDT, the album leaked online, approximately one week before its expected release.[85] Subsequently, Mayers tweeted to announce that the album will be released at midnight (May 26), changing the date a week early.[86]

Upon its release, At. Long. Last. A$AP received generally positive to mixed reviews from music critics.[87] Overall, the album was supported by the release of three singles: "Lord Pretty Flacko Jodye 2 (LPFJ2)", "Everyday" and "L$D". At. Long. Last. A$AP debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, selling 116,000 copies in the United States.[88] In conclusion to this, it also gave Mayers his second consecutive number one album on the charts to date.[89] In Canada, the album debuted at number one, with 11,000 copies sold.[90] The album has spent two more weeks beyond the top ten of the Billboard 200.[91][92] As of July 2015, the album has sold 215,000 copies in the United States.[93] It has sold 60,662 copies in the United Kingdom, as of June 2015.[94]

On June 11, 2015, Mayers was featured on The Tonight Show, where he performed the song "L$D" with The Roots. In June, it was confirmed that he was featured on the single "Good for You" by Selena Gomez. In June 2015, he appeared on the "Carpool Karaoke" segment of The Late Late Show, riding with Rod Stewart and host James Corden.[95] Mayers is featured on "Blended Family (What You Do for Love)", a track written with Alicia Keys for her sixth studio album Here in 2016.[96] He is also featured on two tracks from the 2017 album Lust for Life by Lana Del Rey. The tracks are called "Summer Bummer", which also features Playboi Carti, and "Groupie Love".[97] He is featured along with rapper Cardi B on "No Limit" by G-Eazy, released in September 2017.[98] He also featured in "Pick It Up" by Famous Dex, released in October 2017.[99]

2018–present: Testing and upcoming fourth studio album

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On January 23, 2018, Mayers released "☆☆☆☆☆ 5ive $tar$" on SoundCloud, produced by Metro Boomin, Frans Mernick, Jordan Blackmon and Daniel Lynas and featuring uncredited vocals by DRAM.[100] Over the following two days he shared "Above", produced by Mernick and "Money Bags Freestyle (Dean Blunt Meditation)", produced by Blunt and featuring uncredited vocals by Lil Yachty. The songs were captioned "TESTING COMING SOON" and "THIS IS JUST A TEST", leading to speculation that they were in promotion of an upcoming studio album entitled Testing.[101][102] On February 16, Mayers collaborated with Gucci Mane and 21 Savage for "Cocky", in promotion of the film Uncle Drew. He released the single "Bad Company" on March 27. It features rapper BlocBoy JB, as well as further allusions to Testing in its marketing.[103] On April 5, he released a second single: "ASAP Forever". The song samples record producer Moby's 2000 single "Porcelain", crediting him as a featured artist. It was premiered on The Tonight Show alongside new track "Distorted Records", and a music video was released the following day.[104] A day later he was featured on the song "One Track Mind", from rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars' fifth studio album America.

On May 25, 2018, Mayers released Testing to generally positive reviews from critics. It debuted at number four on the US Billboard 200, becoming Mayers’ third consecutive top-five album on the chart.[105][106]

In its second week, the album charted at number 15, with 26,000 album-equivalent units (1,000 copies).[107] The following week, Testing remained on the Billboard 200 chart at number 22.[108] On July 23, 2018, Mayers and Tyler, the Creator announced a collaborative project, WANGSAP, by releasing a music video of a remix of Monica's "Knock Knock" called "Potato Salad" on AWGE's "AWGE DVD (Vol. 3)".[109] However, on January 23, 2019, Tyler, the Creator announced this album did not yet materialize.[citation needed] In May 2019, Juicy J announced Mayers began working on his upcoming album, formerly titled All Smiles.[110][111] On August 28, Mayers released the music video for "Babushka Boi". It was directed by Nadia Lee Cohen.

In October 2021, Mayers released his 2011 mixtape Live. Love. ASAP to all streaming platforms in celebration of its 10-year anniversary.[112] Mayers appeared on two tracks from Nigo's album, I Know Nigo!, released March 25, 2022, the opening track "Lost and Found Freestyle 2019" with Tyler, the Creator, and the single, "Arya".[113] Mayers supported the Red Hot Chili Peppers on their 2022 international stadium tour. After he arrived late for a performance at Old Trafford, Manchester, he performed a shortened 20-minute set after the Chili Peppers.[114] In May 2022, Mayers released the single, "D.M.B.",[115] and followed up in December with "Shittin' Me".[116][117] Also in December, he appeared on producer Metro Boomin's album Heroes & Villains, on the track "Feel the Fiyaaaah", which also featured late rapper Takeoff, who was gunned down a month prior to the album's release.[118] He then confirmed a new album with production from Metro Boomin to materialize in the future.[119][120] Later that month, he named his upcoming fourth album, Don't Be Dumb.[121][122][123]

Business ventures

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In October 2011, Mayers signed a record deal with Sony Music Entertainment worth $3 million ($1.7 million of which was earmarked for his solo work; $1.3 million earmarked to fund his company).[124] Mayers said that he sought a "bigger platform" for him and his collective with the deal.[8] His first studio album planned to be under the deal, but it allowed him to continue releasing mixtapes through Sony/RED.[8] Fellow rapper and A$AP Mob member A$AP Ferg also signed a joint venture deal with the RCA-distributed Polo Grounds Music; Ferg released his single "Work", for digital retail via various platforms. He later announced an official remix featuring Mayers, French Montana, ScHoolboy Q and Trinidad James.[125]

In 2013, he and ASAP Mob co-founder ASAP Bari[126] released his A$AP merchandise brand, and went to collaborate with high-profile fashion designer and close friend Raf Simons.[127][128] On October 2, 2014, Mayers announced he had officially signed a contract for worldwide representation with William Morris Endeavor.[129]

In February 2016, Guess released a collaboration with Mayers called GUE$$, which was inspired by Mayers’ admiration for the brand's vintage '90s clothing that he wore while growing up.[130]

In 2022, Mayers launched his own brand of whisky called Mercer + Prince. It was officially launched on the Revolt TV show, Drink Champs, during a segment in a two-hour long interview.

In 2023, he collaborated with Gucci (Guilty perfume advertisements), Puma (sneakers in collaboration with F1) and with Bottega Veneta on a campaign based on paparazzi candids.

Personal life

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Mayers was previously a pescetarian.[131] In 2012, he transitioned to a vegetarian diet with the help of his vegan manager after learning of the horrors of the poultry industry.[132] On his 2019 single "Babushka Boi", Mayers stated he is vegan.[132][133][134]

Mayers has said that while he was raised in a Christian household, he does not like going to an organized church, and instead has "[his] own relationship with God... I pray every day before I go to sleep."[135] He addresses these views in the song "Holy Ghost" on his 2015 album At. Long. Last. ASAP. During Mayers’ 2019 incarceration in Sweden, he prayed to keep himself occupied.[136]

Mayers is 5'11" (180 cm) tall, which he revealed in a Nikki & Sara Live interview to contextualize why he felt out-of-place standing next to the much taller Jason Collins.[137]

Relationships and children

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Mayers is the father of three children (born in 2022, 2023 and 2025, respectively), with singer Rihanna.

From 2011 to 2012, Mayers dated Australian rapper Iggy Azalea.[138][139] He began dating model Chanel Iman in early 2013, and in April 2014, they were reported to be engaged,[140] but broke up in June 2014.[141]

On May 19, 2021, Mayers revealed during an interview with GQ that he is in a relationship with Barbadian singer Rihanna, describing her as "the love of my life".[142] The two were first linked in 2013, after Mayers opened up for Rihanna's Diamonds World Tour.[143] Rihanna gave birth to their first son in 2022.[144][145][146][147] She gave birth to their second son in 2023, after previously revealing she was pregnant during her Super Bowl LVII halftime show performance.[148][149][150][151] The couple revealed a third pregnancy at the 2025 Met Gala.[152][153] On September 13, 2025, Mayers and Rihanna welcomed their third child, a girl.[154]

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In 2006, Mayers served two weeks in Rikers Island where he shared a cell with future rapper Casanova.[155]

Assault in Sweden

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Max Hamburgers at Hötorget where the first contact was made. The victim's headphones were retrieved from the awning on the left in the picture.
Apelbergsgatan behind Max Burgers where the final assault took place
Media and audience outside Stockholm District Court where the trial against Mayers was being held
Street art saying Free A$AP Rocky, with the addition Don't in front.
Graffiti about Mayers in Stockholm

In July 2019, Mayers was arrested initially for aggravated, then for simple assault in Stockholm, Sweden, after an altercation in the street against a man named Mustafa Jafari and another person that involved Mayers and three of his entourage on June 30.[156][157][158] Jafari was beaten, kicked, and cut with broken bottles when down on the ground.[159] He suffered several cuts, requiring stitches, and a fractured rib.[160] Mayers uploaded two videos of the incident to Instagram. In the first, he and his entourage repeatedly ask two young men, including Jafari, to stop following them as the latter complains about his headphones.[161] In the other, created from footage of assorted events, Jafari's headphones break during a scuffle, and he is seen hitting Mayers’ bodyguard with them. A woman is also seen in the video, accusing the two men of groping.[162][163] Henrik Olsson Lilja, the defense attorney for Mayers, maintained that his client acted in self-defense after being attacked by Jafari.[164]

Mayers’ bodyguard filed a counter-complaint against Jafari,[165] and Jafari was initially suspected of harassment and minor assault or possibly attempted assault.[166] The investigation against Jafari was dropped as prosecutors said he acted in self-defense, after being grabbed by the neck and pushed by the bodyguard.[167][168] Mayers was arrested after being allowed to finish his gig at Stadion.[169][170] As it was judged there was a risk that he may flee or tamper with evidence, he was kept in custody at Kronoberg Remand Prison until the trial,[171][172][173] with two members of his entourage also under arrest.[174] Mayers’ ongoing tour was then put on hiatus due to the trial.[175]

He was visited by personnel from the US embassy shortly after his arrest.[176] Several US artists called for a boycott of Sweden due to the incident.[177][178] A petition to release him was started.[179] The family asked Al Sharpton for help.[180] US President Donald Trump tweeted his support for Mayers, and it was later revealed by justice minister Morgan Johansson that Trump had threatened trade restrictions against Sweden if Mayers was not released.[181] Former US ambassador to Sweden Mark Brzezinski suggested that the government should intervene and speculated that racism may have been the cause of the brawl.[182] Foreign minister Margot Wallström said the government is not allowed to interfere citing Chapter 11 §3 of the Swedish constitutional Instrument of Government which explicitly forbids the interference of politicians, or unrelated government offices, in the work of the courts of law.

Mayers was convicted of assault, given a suspended prison sentence and asked to pay 12,500 kr ($1,270) in damages to the victim.[183] The court could not decide who used the bottle, but said it was not a case of self-defense.[184] As Mayers had already served over a month in jail for the incident before the sentence was handed out, it was determined that he did not need to serve any additional time.[185] The conviction does not bar him from returning to Sweden.[186]

Shooting in Hollywood

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On April 20, 2022, Mayers was arrested by LAPD officers upon arriving to the Los Angeles International Airport after a vacation with his partner, Rihanna. He was arrested for a potential assault with a deadly weapon in a shooting that took place in Hollywood on November 6, 2021.[187][188] The shooting victim, who survived the incident with only a graze to his knuckle, was reported to be former friend and collaborator Terell Ephron, better known as ASAP Relli.[189][190] Bail was set at $550,000 and he was released shortly after.[188][187]

After his arrest, detectives executed a warrant to search his home, gaining entry by using a pry bar to force the gate open. Detectives took several boxes from his home to use as evidence.[191] Investigating officers did not find any shell casings at the scene and recovered no fingerprints from the 9mm casings Ephron later provided to police. The gun allegedly used was never found during a search of Mayers' residence. However, surveillance footage of the scene captured a man in a hooded sweatshirt, identified as the defendant, potentially holding a gun.[192] On August 15, 2022, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office filed charges against Mayers.[193]

On November 20, 2023, a Los Angeles judge, M.L. Villar, determined that there was sufficient evidence for Mayers to stand trial after hearing roughly a day and a half of testimony from two witnesses during a preliminary court hearing.[194][189] On January 8, 2024, Mayers entered a plea of not guilty, turning down a plea bargain of six months in jail, and risking a maximum sentence of over 20 years in prison.[195][190] Mayers missed a hearing scheduled for March 6, 2024.[196][197] During a court hearing which took place on May 23, Mayers had his trial set to start on October 21.[198] The trial start date was pushed back to January 21, 2025.[199][200] In a departure from typical practices in LA County courts, the judge allowed cameras to record almost the entirety of the trial.[192] The defense team and witnesses stated that Mayers had used a prop gun that fired blanks.[190] Jurors were instructed that they could acquit Mayers if he fired in self-defense.[190] On February 18, Mayers was found not guilty.[201]

Discography

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Main article: ASAP Rocky discography
See also: ASAP Mob discography

Studio albums

Tours

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Headlining

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  • Injured Generation Tour (2019)

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2015 Dope Dom
Jeremy Scott: The People's Designer Himself Documentary
2016 Zoolander 2 Himself
Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping Himself
2018 Monster William King
2020 Have a Good Trip: Adventures in Psychedelics Himself Documentary
2021 Stockholm Syndrome Himself Documentary
2021 A Man Named Scott Himself Documentary
2025 If I Had Legs I'd Kick You[202] James
Highest 2 Lowest Yung Felon

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2015 Comedy Bang! Bang! Himself Episode: "A$AP Rocky Wears a Black Button Up Jacket and Black Sneakers"
2016 Animals. Bodega Cat 2 (voice) Episode: "Flies."
2016 The Eric Andre Show Himself Episode: "Stacey Dash; Jack McBrayer"

Video games

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Year Title Role Notes
2016 Marvel Avengers Academy Falcon Voice
2022 Need for Speed Unbound Himself Voice and likeness

Music videos

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Year Title Artist Role Notes
2012 "National Anthem" Lana Del Rey John F. Kennedy Lead role
2013 "Hold On, We're Going Home" Drake Guest Star
"White Walls" (featuring Schoolboy Q and Hollis) Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Guest Star
2015 "Picture Me Rollin'" Chris Brown Guest Star
2016 "Reminder" The Weeknd Guest Star Featured on remix
"What The Fuck Right Now" Tyler, the Creator Guest Star Featured on remix
"Surfin'" Kid Cudi Guest Star
"Nikes" Frank Ocean Guest Star
2017 "See You Again" Tyler, the Creator Guest Star
"Who Dat Boy/911" Guest Star Featured on song
2018 "No Stylist" French Montana Guest Star
2019 "Issues/Hold On" Teyana Taylor Guest Star

Accolades

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Main article: List of awards and nominations received by ASAP Rocky

His accolades include three BET Awards, two MTV awards, and nominations for three Grammy Awards and six World Music Awards, for a total of five wins and 37 nominations overall.

References

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Rakim Athelaston Mayers (born October 3, 1988), known professionally as AAPRocky,alsoknownasFlackoorFlackoJodyepopularinfancommunitiesandhislyrics,isanAmericanrapper,singer,andrecordproducerraisedin[Harlem](/page/Harlem),[NewYorkCity](/page/NewYorkCity).[](https://www.biography.com/musicians/asap−rocky)AfoundingmemberofthehiphopcollectiveAAP Rocky, also known as Flacko or Flacko Jodye popular in fan communities and his lyrics, is an American rapper, singer, and record producer raised in [Harlem](/page/Harlem), [New York City](/page/New_York_City).[](https://www.biography.com/musicians/asap-rocky) A founding member of the hip hop collective AAP Mob, Rocky gained widespread recognition with his debut mixtape Live. Love. AAP∗in2011,followedbyhismajor−labeldebutstudioalbum∗Long.Live.AAP* in 2011, followed by his major-label debut studio album *Long. Live. AAP in 2013, which debuted at number one on the US chart. His music, characterized by a blend of East Coast hip hop, trap, and psychedelic influences, has earned multiple RIAA certifications for his singles and albums. His fourth studio album, Don't Be Dumb, was released on January 16, 2026. Rocky has also exerted significant influence in fashion, collaborating with luxury brands and launching his own AWGE imprint, which extends into apparel and creative direction roles such as with . Notable controversies include his 2019 arrest in for assault during a street altercation, where he was convicted but received a conditional sentence without additional prison time. Since 2020, he has been in a relationship with singer , with whom he shares three children: two sons born in 2022 and 2023, and a daughter born in 2025.

Early Life

Upbringing in Harlem

Rakim Athelaston Mayers, known professionally as A$AP Rocky, was born on October 3, 1988, in the neighborhood of , . His father, Adrian Mayers, was a Barbadian immigrant who dealt drugs, while his mother, Renee Black, was African American; the family faced ongoing financial hardship typical of many Harlem households during the era's crack epidemic aftermath. Mayers grew up primarily on 140th Street in , interspersed with time in on 116th Street and brief stays in , navigating a transient existence amid urban poverty. At age 12, Mayers' life destabilized further when his father was incarcerated for narcotics distribution, leaving his mother to raise him, his younger sister, and older brother Ricky amid mounting economic pressures. The family resorted to homeless shelters in , including periods at facilities like the Regent Family Residence, as and instability became routine. A year later, in 2001, his 20-year-old brother Ricky was fatally shot by a rival dealer near their home, an event Mayers witnessed indirectly while heading to school, compounding the household's trauma. By age 15, Mayers began selling drugs on streets to contribute to family survival, reflecting the limited opportunities and pervasive crime in the neighborhood's environment. These experiences instilled resilience but also exposed him to and systemic , shaping his worldview without formal interventions like counseling, which were scarce in such communities. Despite the adversities, 's vibrant street culture provided early exposure to and , though Mayers' immediate focus remained on daily subsistence rather than creative pursuits.

Juvenile Incarceration and Formative Influences

Rakim Mayers, professionally known as A$AP Rocky, faced juvenile incarceration at age 16 in 2004 following an arrest for drug dealing in , where he had begun selling substances to support himself amid family hardships. He spent two weeks in , a facility notorious for its harsh conditions, during which he was initially charged with in connection to a violent incident, though the charges were later reduced owing to his youth and the offense's circumstances. The experience at Rikers proved transformative, as Mayers later described engaging in physical fights to survive and sharing a cell block with future rapper Caswell Senior (known as Casanova), who provided protection amid threats from other inmates. This stint, which he characterized as a profound shift in outlook, prompted him to pursue more earnestly as an alternative to street life, viewing it as a means of escape and self-expression. Mayers' formative influences were rooted in Harlem's gritty environment and his mother's passion for hip-hop, which exposed him to foundational artists during his youth. These were compounded by the incarceration's catalyst effect, steering him toward a musical style blending New York rap's raw edge with Southern elements like Houston's chopped-and-screwed techniques from and , alongside nods to and Dipset crews. This synthesis, honed amid adversity, underscored his pivot from to creative output.

Musical Career

Early Mixtape Era (2007–2011)

Rakim Athelaston Mayers, known professionally as AAPRocky,joinedtheHarlem−basedhip−hopcollectiveAAP Rocky, joined the Harlem-based hip-hop collective AAP Mob in 2007 at age 19, adopting his stage name from the group's nomenclature, which stands for "Always Strive and Prosper" among other interpretations. The Mob, initially organized by AAPYams(StevenRodriguez)alongsidememberslikeAAP Yams (Steven Rodriguez) alongside members like AAP Bari and A$AP Illz around 2006–2007, functioned as a loose affiliation of rappers, producers, videographers, and stylists inspiration from extended crews like the , with an emphasis on interdisciplinary creativity encompassing music, , and visual . Rocky's early involvement centered on honing a distinctive sound that fused Harlem's street-oriented —marked by boasts of luxury, , and —with Southern hip-hop elements such as Houston's chopped-and-screwed techniques, evidenced in preliminary tracks like "Purple Swag," which circulated informally prior to official releases. The collective built underground momentum through online platforms, particularly , where Yams curated content to foster a by aggregating leaked tracks, editorials, and video snippets that highlighted the Mob's cohesive "flamboyant" visual identity, blending high-end designers with . By 2010–2011, Rocky connected with internet producers like , whose atmospheric, sample-heavy beats—often derived from ambient sources—provided the sonic foundation for his emerging style, characterized by a mellow, melodic delivery over hazy, psychedelic instrumentals diverging from traditional East Coast boom-bap. This period saw the group self-releasing compilation-style projects informally, such as the fan-assembled in mid-2011, compiling early Rocky verses over purple-hued, syrupy production to evoke a woozy, vibe, though it lacked official distribution and served primarily as a proof-of-concept for the Mob's aesthetic. The era culminated in Rocky's breakout with the single "Peso," leaked online in August 2011, which amassed rapid radio play and viral traction for its confident flexing layered over 's ethereal flip of a pop sample, positioning Rocky as a fresh voice in rap amid a bidding war from major labels. On October 31, 2011, he independently released his debut *Live. Love. AAP∗asafreedigitaldownloadviatheMob′sonlinechannels,comprising11tracksincluding"Peso,""PurpleSwag"(feat.[SpaceGhostPurrp](/page/SpaceGhostPurrp)),"[Trilla](/page/Trilla)"(feat.AAP* as a free digital download via the Mob's online channels, comprising 11 tracks including "Peso," "Purple Swag" (feat. [SpaceGhostPurrp](/page/SpaceGhostPurrp)), "[Trilla](/page/Trilla)" (feat. AAP Twelvyy and A$AP Rocky), and "Bass," totaling approximately 38 minutes of runtime with production largely from (seven tracks), , and the Alchemist. The project, distributed without physical copies or traditional promotion, garnered over 1 million downloads within weeks, propelled by its innovative leanings—slowed tempos, reverb-drenched hooks, and fashion-forward bravado—that bridged underground internet scenes with mainstream appeal, securing Rocky a $3 million deal with (under RCA/) shortly after. Critics noted the mixtape's role in revitalizing rap's sonic palette, though some attributed its hype to Yams' strategic rather than purely musical .

Breakthrough and Debut Album (2012–2014)

In 2012, AAPRockybuiltonthemomentumfromhis2011mixtape∗Live.Love.AAP Rocky built on the momentum from his 2011 mixtape *Live. Love. AAP* through major festival appearances, including a performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 14, where he delivered a set featuring tracks from the mixtape alongside A$AP Mob members. This exposure, coupled with the activation of his $3 million joint venture deal with Polo Grounds Music and RCA Records—signed in late 2011 but enabling major-label resources—positioned him for mainstream breakthrough. In July, he announced a headlining tour comprising over 40 dates across the United States, commencing in September. Anticipation for his debut studio album grew with the release of "Fuckin' Problems" on October 24, 2012, featuring Drake, 2 Chainz, and Kendrick Lamar, which served as the lead promotional single and later peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100. *Long.Live.AAP∗wasreleasedonJanuary15,2013,viaAAP* was released on January 15, 2013, via AAP Worldwide, Polo Grounds Music, and RCA Records, featuring production from Clams Casino, Skrillex, and others, alongside guest appearances from artists including Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, and Florence Welch. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. Post-release, "Fuckin' Problems" propelled further commercial success, earning platinum certification from the RIAA, while tracks like "" and "" received radio airplay and video acclaim. In support of the album, Rocky headlined the LONG.LIVE.A$AP Tour in 2013 and opened select dates for Rihanna's that year. Into , he maintained visibility through festival appearances and collaborations, solidifying his status in hip-hop with the album's eventual multi-platinum sales trajectory.

Second Album and Mid-Career Evolution (2015–2017)

In May 2015, AAPRockyreleasedhissecondstudioalbum,∗At.Long.Last.AAP Rocky released his second studio album, *At. Long. Last. AAP*, on May 26 through AAPWorldwide,[PoloGroundsMusic](/page/PoloGroundsMusic),and[RCARecords](/page/RCARecords),markingastylisticshifttowardpsychedelicandexperimentalhip−hopinfluencedbythedeathofhismentorandAAP Worldwide, [Polo Grounds Music](/page/Polo_Grounds_Music), and [RCA Records](/page/RCA_Records), marking a stylistic shift toward psychedelic and experimental hip-hop influenced by the death of his mentor and AAP Mob co-founder AAPYamsonJanuary18,2015.[](https://genius.com/albums/A−ap−rocky/At−long−last−a−ap)Thealbum,dedicatedtoYams,featuredproductionfromcollaboratorslike[KanyeWest](/page/KanyeWest),DangerMouse,andTheloniousMartin,incorporatingsoulsamples,rockelements,andintrospectivelyricsthatcontrastedthemoreclub−orientedsoundofhis2012debut∗Long.Live.AAP Yams on January 18, 2015.[](https://genius.com/albums/A-ap-rocky/At-long-last-a-ap) The album, dedicated to Yams, featured production from collaborators like [Kanye West](/page/Kanye_West), Danger Mouse, and Thelonious Martin, incorporating soul samples, rock elements, and introspective lyrics that contrasted the more club-oriented sound of his 2012 debut *Long. Live. AAP*. Singles such as "LD"and"Everyday"exemplifiedthisevolution,with"LD" and "Everyday" exemplified this evolution, with "LD" drawing on influences and achieving moderate chart success, peaking at number 82 on the Hot 100. The album debuted at number one on the chart, selling 116,000 album-equivalent units in its first week, including 117,000 pure album sales, securing Rocky's second consecutive chart-topping release. Critical reception highlighted its ambitious experimentation, with praising the "dense, disorienting" production as a maturation from commercial rap tropes, though some noted uneven pacing amid 18 tracks and numerous guest appearances from artists like , , and . This period reflected Rocky's mid-career pivot toward genre-blending, prioritizing artistic risk over mainstream accessibility, as evidenced by the album's avoidance of high-energy anthems in favor of moodier, drug-influenced introspection. To promote the album, Rocky embarked on the Rocky and Tyler Tour in fall 2015, co-headlining with alongside openers and , performing 19 dates across North American venues from October 9 to November 2015. In 2016 and 2017, his output included contributions to A$AP Mob's Cozy Tapes Vol. 1: Friends mixtape released October 31, 2016, which honored Yams and featured Rocky on tracks like "," further exploring collective psychedelic trap aesthetics. Guest verses, such as on MadeinTYO's "" remix in November 2016, and early sessions for his reported in September 2016, underscored a transitional phase focused on collaborations and creative incubation rather than solo releases. This solidified Rocky's reputation for evolving beyond swagger into broader sonic exploration, though commercial momentum waned compared to his debut.

Testing and Ongoing Projects (2018–Present)

In 2018, AAPRockyreleasedhisthirdstudioalbum,∗Testing∗,onMay25throughAAP Rocky released his third studio album, *Testing*, on May 25 through AAP Worldwide, , and . The project marked his most experimental work to date, incorporating influences, distorted production, and genre-blending elements without the oversight of his late mentor A$AP Yams. It featured collaborations with artists including on "Peanut Butter & Tears," on "Freeee (Ghost Town Pt. 2)," , , , , and , with production credits from Rocky himself, Hector Delgado, and others like and . The album debuted at number four on the , selling 77,000 album-equivalent units in its first week, but received mixed for its ambitious yet uneven risks. Following Testing, Rocky shifted focus away from full-length albums, prioritizing selective singles, guest features, and production work amid personal and legal distractions, including his 2019 detention in on assault charges. Notable releases included contributions to tracks like Tyler, the Creator's "Who Dat Boy" remix and various AAPMobprojects,butnosubsequentstudioalbummaterializeduntilannouncementsfornewmaterialintheearly[2020s](/page/2020s).InOctober2021,hisdebut[mixtape](/page/Mixtape)∗Live.Love.AAP Mob projects, but no subsequent studio album materialized until announcements for new material in the early [2020s](/page/2020s). In October 2021, his debut [mixtape](/page/Mixtape) *Live. Love. AAP* received its first official streaming release to mark its 10-year anniversary. Rocky's ongoing projects center on his fourth studio album, Don't Be Dumb, which he discussed as his first in eight years on The New York Times' Popcast, and which has faced repeated delays since its initial tease in 2022. Originally slated for August 30, 2024, the release was postponed indefinitely days before, with pre-order refunds issued and a shift to an unannounced "surprise" drop. By mid-2025, Rocky indicated an early 2025 target, emphasizing perfection over rushed timelines. As of early 2026, the album is scheduled for January 16 release at midnight and has surpassed 1 million pre-saves on Spotify. Complex ranked Don't Be Dumb as the most anticipated album of 2026. Rocky announced merchandise for the album, including 9 CD box sets, 6 standard CDs, 2 cassettes, 3 accessories, 1 hoodie, a megaphone, and a helicopter. Ahead of the release, vinyl copies were spotted at Target stores approximately a week early, and signed vinyl variants released online sold out quickly. Reports emerged of the album leaking following these vinyl availabilities. Teasers included animated previews and singles like "pray4dagang" featuring on July 5, 2025, the lead single "Punk Rocky," a psychedelic rock-influenced track released on January 5, 2026, accompanied by an official music video that debuted on charts including Spotify Global and Apple Music, and the second single "HELICOPTER" released on January 12, 2026, along with its music video. The album draws from experimental influences, including potential nods to composers like , and builds on Rocky's AWGE label output. In January 2026, Rocky revealed the official tracklist, featuring 15 tracks including "ORDER OF PROTECTION," "HELICOPTER,""STOLEYAFLOW,""PUNKROCKY,""ROBBERY,"and"DON′TBEDUMB/TRIPBABY,"whichgeneratedsignificantbuzzonX.[](https://genius.com/albums/A−ap−rocky/Dont−be−dumb)ThetracklistincludescollaborationswithartistslikeTyler,theCreatorandJ.Cole,andproducerDigitalNasconfirmedFrankOcean′sfeatureonthetrack"AIRFORCE(BLACKDEMARCO),"producedbyDigitalNasandA," "STOLE YA FLOW," "PUNK ROCKY," "ROBBERY," and "DON'T BE DUMB / TRIP BABY," which generated significant buzz on X.[](https://genius.com/albums/A-ap-rocky/Dont-be-dumb) The tracklist includes collaborations with artists like Tyler, the Creator and J. Cole, and producer Digital Nas confirmed Frank Ocean's feature on the track "AIR FORCE (BLACK DEMARCO)," produced by Digital Nas and AAP Rocky. On January 15, 2026, Rocky revealed the official collaborators via Spotify billboards in New York City, Los Angeles, London, and other locations, including Tyler, The Creator, Brent Faiyaz, Doechii, Gorillaz, Thundercat, Danny Elfman, Jessica Pratt, Jon Batiste, Bossman Dlow, Westside Gunn, and Slay Squad. Notably, the track "WHISKEY (RELEASE ME)" credits Gorillaz as featured artists alongside Westside Gunn, marking the first song to do so since Snoop Dogg's "Sumthin' Like This Night" in 2011. The album was released on January 16, 2026, at midnight EST via AWGE, A$AP Worldwide, and RCA Records, marking his first full-length project in nearly eight years. To mark the launch, Rocky hosted a live listening party.

Fashion and Business Ventures

AWGE Label and Clothing Lines

AWGE (stylized as AWGE) functions as both a record label and creative agency under AAPRocky′soversight,servingasaplatformformusicreleases,artistdevelopment,andmultimediaprojectstiedtotheAAP Rocky's oversight, serving as a platform for music releases, artist development, and multimedia projects tied to the AAP collective. It emerged alongside Rocky's early career breakthroughs around 2011, building on the AAPWorldwideimprintco−foundedwithAAP Worldwide imprint co-founded with AAP Yams to support group efforts and solo ventures from affiliated rappers. The agency has signed artists including slowthai, ThotTwat, Kelvin Krash, Smooky Margielaa, and A$AP Nast, facilitating releases like Playboi Carti's early work under its umbrella before his shift to the independent Opium label. Beyond music, AWGE has expanded into apparel and production, positioning Rocky as a with direct oversight of collections that blend aesthetics and high- elements. The agency's initiatives gained prominence with a 2022 collaboration via and , releasing unisex items such as bomber jackets, sweatpants, long-sleeved T-shirts, and hats in multiple colorways. This was followed by experimental partnerships, including rumored ties to J.W. Anderson in 2016 and ongoing integrations with Puma for footwear and outerwear lines. AWGE's fashion profile escalated in 2024 with its debut, staging the "American Sabotage" runway show in Karl Lagerfeld's former mansion, featuring edgy garments paired with Puma sneakers and accessories. The SS26 collection, presented in June 2025, incorporated motifs of obligation through deconstructed designs like snake and leopard prints alongside Puma's Mostro Gabbia sneaker iterations, emphasizing AWGE's interdisciplinary scope. Additional limited drops, such as the 2025 AWGE x apparel exclusive for app users, underscore its strategy of targeted, experiential releases over mass-market saturation.

Collaborations and Endorsements

A$AP Rocky has pursued numerous fashion collaborations and endorsements, often leveraging his AWGE creative agency to integrate streetwear aesthetics with luxury brands. These partnerships typically emphasize bold, experimental designs influenced by his Harlem roots and hip-hop culture, resulting in capsule collections, campaigns, and creative directorships. Early collaborations included a 2013 joint sneaker project with and designer , featuring winged motifs under the Adidas Wings 2.0 line, which highlighted Rocky's affinity for eclectic, high-fashion . He also appeared in advertising campaigns for and during this period, establishing his model-like presence in luxury menswear. By 2015, partnerships expanded to include and Guess Originals, where Rocky contributed to co-branded apparel blending vintage and contemporary elements. In the late 2010s and early , Rocky aligned with brands like , often wearing Raf Simons-designed pieces that underscored minimalist yet provocative styling. His AWGE agency facilitated tie-ins such as a collaboration with Black Scale, an early West Coast partner, and later with Alexander Wang for elevated casual wear. More recent endeavors include a long-term creative partnership with Puma announced on October 23, 2023, where Rocky serves as for the Puma x F1 initiative, producing items like the spiky Mostro Gabbia sneaker released in September 2024. In September 2025, he unveiled an AWGE-co-branded collection featuring graphic puffer jackets and references to his upcoming album . Additional 2025 projects encompass a collaboration reshaping eyewear with his visionary input and an AWGE x apparel drop limited to app users. Other notable ties involve for upcycled designs, for lifestyle integrations, and endorsements with and , though these have been less product-focused. Beyond apparel, Rocky endorsed through personal affiliations and launched Mercer + Prince, a brand in the spirits sector, positioning it as an extension of his sophisticated ethos. These ventures have earned recognition, such as the Collaboration of the Year award for his Puma work at the 2024 FNAA.

Acting and Media Appearances

Film Roles

A$AP Rocky debuted as an actor in the 2015 coming-of-age comedy Dope, directed by , where he played Dom, a local drug dealer involved in the protagonists' misadventures after they accidentally acquire at a party. His performance was noted for bringing authenticity to the streetwise character, drawing from his background. In 2016, Rocky made cameo appearances in two comedies: Zoolander 2, portraying himself in a brief role, and Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, contributing to the mockumentary's satirical ensemble. These early roles were limited but showcased his on-screen presence amid celebrity cameos. Rocky took a supporting role in the 2018 legal drama Monster, directed by Anthony Mandler, as James King, a co-defendant in a murder trial centered on teenager Steve Harmon (played by Kelvin Harrison Jr.). The film, adapted from Walter Dean Myers' novel, premiered at Sundance and later streamed on Netflix in 2021, with Rocky's portrayal of the incarcerated figure adding realism to the courtroom narrative. In 2025, Rocky starred in Spike Lee's crime thriller Highest 2 Lowest, playing Yung Felon, a key character opposite Denzel Washington. The film, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, marked a significant step in his acting career, with observers praising his method acting approach and ability to embody the role convincingly.

Television and Other Projects

A$AP Rocky appeared as a guest on the MTV comedy series Ridiculousness in a 2013 episode of season 3, where he joined host Rob Dyrdek to react to viral video clips featuring categories such as "A Sneaky Ass Play" and "Still Got It." That same year, he served as Black Team Captain on an episode of Wild 'N Out season 5, participating in improv games including "So Fly," "Remix," "Flow Job," and "Wildstyle" alongside host Nick Cannon. In 2018, Rocky made a brief cameo in the "Friendos" sketch on Saturday Night Live, portraying a waiting-room acquaintance interrupting a therapy session for a fictional rap trio during the Donald Glover-hosted episode. Beyond scripted or game-show formats, Rocky was the subject of the 2014 Viceland documentary series SVDDXNLY, a five-part production by Noisey that chronicled his early career ascent, creative influences, and roots through interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. The series emphasized his stylistic evolution and collaborations within the A$AP Mob collective, drawing from direct footage of recording sessions and performances.

Personal Life

Relationships and Family

ASAP Rocky, born Rakim Athelaston Mayers, was raised primarily by his mother, Renee Black, after his father, Adrian Mayers, left the family when Rocky was around 12 years old following legal issues and deportation. Black, born in 1966 in New York to South African immigrant parents, supported Rocky and his two older siblings, sister Erika B. and brother Ricky, in Harlem amid financial hardships; both Rocky and Erika were named after the hip-hop duo Eric B. & Rakim. Ricky was killed in a drug-related incident during Rocky's adolescence, contributing to his exposure to street life and eventual interest in music as an escape. Rocky's notable past romantic relationships include a brief involvement with rapper Iggy Azalea from 2011 to 2012, model Chanel Iman from 2013 to 2014, and model Kendall Jenner intermittently from 2016 to 2017, though he maintained a reputation for casual dating in his early career. These connections were often low-profile and short-lived, aligning with his public persona as a fashion-forward playboy before settling into monogamy. Since 2020, Rocky has been in a committed relationship with singer Rihanna, whom he first met in 2012 during a music video collaboration and described as his "muse" and the "love of my life" in a 2021 GQ interview, emphasizing a transition from friendship to romance after her previous breakup. In a January 2026 interview on The New York Times' Popcast, Rocky shared that his mother repeatedly encouraged him to pursue Rihanna despite his interest in another girl at the time, saying "I know you like this girl that you’re with right now… but I want you with Riri. I’m telling you she real," and adding that "mothers know best." He credited Rihanna with changing his life after knowing each other for a decade. The couple welcomed their first son, RZA Athelston Mayers, on May 13, 2022, named after Wu-Tang Clan producer RZA to symbolize "everything in life"; their second son, Riot Rose Mayers, arrived on August 1, 2023, with "Riot" evoking controlled chaos and "Rose" honoring Rihanna's middle name. On September 13, 2025, they welcomed their third child, Rocki Irish Mayers, whose name draws from Rocky's stage persona and Irish heritage influences, though the couple maintains strict privacy around family details and has not confirmed marriage despite occasional hints. Rocky has spoken of fatherhood as transformative, prioritizing family stability over his prior nomadic lifestyle.

Drug Use and Lifestyle Choices

ASAP Rocky, born Rakim Athelaston Mayers, has openly discussed his experimentation with psychedelic substances, particularly lysergic acid diethylamide (), which influenced his creative process and album *At. Long. Last. AAP∗releasedonMay26,2015.[](https://nme.com/news/music/aap−rocky−2−36−1208175)InaMay2015[Billboard](/page/Billboard)interview,hedescribedLSDasatoolto"copewithlife,"linkingitsusetocopingwiththeJanuary2015overdosedeathofAAP* released on May 26, 2015.[](https://nme.com/news/music/aap-rocky-2-36-1208175) In a May 2015 [Billboard](/page/Billboard) interview, he described LSD as a tool to "cope with life," linking its use to coping with the January 2015 overdose death of AAP Yams, the founder of A$AP Worldwide. He recounted acid-fueled experiences, including multiple orgies during (SXSW) in March 2015, where provided the drug, leading to encounters with numerous women. Rocky has also admitted to daily marijuana use during this period, stating in a May 2015 interview that he smoked weed every day, while avoiding harder substances like heroin or methamphetamine, which he does not condone. His lyrics and public persona in the early 2010s often referenced codeine-based "lean," a mixture of promethazine with codeine syrup and soda prevalent in hip-hop culture, though he emphasized personal experimentation over dependency on such opioids. These admissions align with broader A$AP Mob associations, where drug references permeated their music and events, but Rocky positioned his choices as selective rather than indiscriminate. By 2019, Rocky announced a shift toward , stating in a January interview with that he had been sober since the New Year and was "experimenting" with abstinence from substances. He critiqued reliance on drugs for creativity, arguing that artists needing them "are not really talented to begin with," reflecting a post-Yams awareness of hip-hop's overdose risks, which he described as oversaturating the genre. This lifestyle pivot coincided with personal milestones, including fatherhood, though he has acknowledged ongoing challenges like self-described sex addiction dating to junior high. No verified reports confirm relapses or formal treatment, but his public statements emphasize moderation over excess in recent years.

Early Arrests and Assaults

In his adolescence in , Rakim Mayers, known professionally as A$AP Rocky, was involved in drug dealing to provide for himself amid family hardships, which exposed him to violent confrontations typical of street life in the neighborhood. At age 16, during an incident where an older assailant attempted to rob him, Mayers drew a and fired shots, later stating he aimed to miss intentionally in after being struck with a bottle that left a scar on his forehead. Authorities initially charged him with , but the charges were reduced owing to his juvenile status and the context, leading to a two-week detention in where he shared a cell and reflected on the risks of such lifestyles. By 2006, at age 18, Mayers faced further legal consequences from his ongoing drug-related activities, resulting in another two-week stint in . This period underscored his early entanglement with New York City's criminal justice system, influenced by economic pressures and the absence of stable paternal guidance following his father's departure. No formal charges stemmed directly from this detention, but it highlighted the perils of his pre-music career pursuits, which he later described as survival mechanisms in a high-crime environment. As Mayers transitioned into the music industry with the 2011 release of his mixtape Live. Love. A$AP, his legal troubles persisted into early fame. On July 19, 2012, he was arrested in downtown after a brawl with two amateur photographers attempting to capture images without permission; Mayers and associates allegedly tried to seize their cameras during . He pleaded guilty to attempted grand larceny in the second degree, avoiding more severe charges through a deal that reflected the altercation's impulsive nature amid rising public scrutiny. This incident, occurring amid his burgeoning , illustrated tensions between his street-honed instincts and the demands of professional exposure.

2019 Sweden Assault Case

On June 30, 2019, rapper Rakim Mayers, known professionally as A$AP Rocky, and two associates, Bladimir Corniel and David Baugh, became involved in a street altercation in central near Apelbergsgatan. The incident began when two local men, Mustafa Jafari and Mohamed Jafari, approached Rocky's entourage, reportedly harassing them and demanding a ; one of the men allegedly threw a glass bottle at the group after being refused. In response, Rocky and his associates engaged in a physical confrontation with Mustafa Jafari, during which the victim was pushed to the ground, kicked, punched, and struck over the back, with prosecutors alleging the use of a bottle or similar blunt object. Video footage captured portions of the event, showing the escalation but with conflicting interpretations of who initiated violence and the extent of force used. Rocky and his co-defendants were arrested on July 3, 2019, initially for , later reduced to simple causing bodily harm, and detained in a Swedish jail. Swedish authorities denied repeated requests, citing flight risk, leading to over a month of despite international appeals, including from U.S. President . The case drew significant U.S. media attention and diplomatic pressure, with claims of unequal treatment under Swedish law, though Swedish officials maintained the process adhered to standard procedures for cases involving foreigners. Rocky's defense argued , asserting the group retreated from the initial aggression but acted proportionally when pursued, and denied using bottles offensively, claiming no evidence linked broken glass to their actions. The trial commenced on July 30, 2019, in District Court, where Rocky pleaded not guilty, testifying that the situation "got a little scary" and they sought a peaceful resolution before the fight. Prosecutors presented medical evidence of the victim's injuries, including a 1 cm laceration consistent with a strike, while the defense highlighted the victim's prior -throwing and the group's attempts. Conflicting witness accounts and video analysis dominated proceedings; the court noted insufficient evidence to confirm the defendants used bottles but found the assault occurred beyond limits. On August 2, the defendants were released pending , having served time credited against any potential sentence. On August 14, 2019, the court convicted Rocky, Corniel, and Baugh of , rejecting full claims as the force exceeded necessity once the victim was subdued. Each received a conditional of up to two years, avoiding further incarceration due to , and were jointly ordered to pay 12,500 Swedish kronor (approximately $1,300) in damages to Mustafa Jafari for pain, suffering, and integrity violation; no damages were awarded to the second man. Prosecutors had sought at least six months' imprisonment, but the judge cited the minor nature of injuries and lack of prior records as mitigating factors. The ruling sparked debate on Swedish laws, which require proportional response and cessation once threat ends, versus U.S. perspectives on standoffish rights.

2021 Hollywood Shooting Incident

On November 6, 2021, rapper AAPRocky,whoselegalnameisRakimAthelastonMayers,wasinvolvedinaconfrontationwithformerassociateAAP Rocky, whose legal name is Rakim Athelaston Mayers, was involved in a confrontation with former associate AAP Relli (legal name Asa Epperson) on near the Dream Hollywood Hotel. According to prosecutors, Mayers aimed a semiautomatic handgun at Relli's head and stomach before firing multiple shots, including what were described as warning shots, during the altercation which stemmed from prior disputes. Relli sustained non-life-threatening injuries, including bullet grazes to his hand and lower back, and testified that Mayers had threatened to kill him earlier that day. Mayers was arrested shortly after the incident and charged with two counts of with a under sections 245(b), facing a potential sentence of up to 24 years if convicted. He pleaded not guilty, with his defense arguing , claiming Relli was the aggressor in a pattern of and threats, and asserting that the was a non-lethal or starter incapable of firing live rounds. Supporting witnesses from Mayers' circle, including AAPLouandAAP Lou and AAP Twelvyy, testified to Relli's prior aggressive behavior and corroborated the narrative. The case proceeded to trial in starting in January 2025, lasting approximately one month with testimony from both sides, including forensic analysis of the alleged weapon and ballistic . On February 18, 2025, after deliberating for about three hours, the acquitted Mayers on both counts, finding insufficient to prove guilt beyond a . The verdict concluded the proceedings without further charges related to the incident.

Additional Public Disputes

In 2024, ASAP Rocky dissed Drake on the track "" from his album , alluding to Drake's rumored past relationship with , Rocky's partner, amid broader tensions in hip-hop. Rocky later described choosing to "fall back" from escalating the feud, prioritizing other matters over personal rivalries. In a September 2025 interview, Rocky characterized the 2024 Drake-Kendrick Lamar rivalry as "healthy for hip-hop," crediting it with elevating artistic output, but criticized Drake's subsequent lawsuit against as an inappropriate response to competitive diss tracks. He emphasized that legal escalation undermined the genre's tradition of resolving conflicts through music rather than courts. Rocky has also faced ongoing speculation of tension with , highlighted in June 2025 by comments from mutual associate Connor, who reignited discussions of stylistic and professional rivalries between the two artists. Fan analyses trace the friction to overlapping aesthetics in and , though no direct diss tracks have materialized. Rocky's August 2024 single "Tailor Swif" sparked backlash from Taylor Swift's fanbase, who accused him of exploiting her name for publicity following her breakup with and amid her cultural dominance. Critics and social media users labeled the reference as clout-chasing, echoing patterns of male artists invoking Swift in lyrics for attention. Earlier disputes include a 2013 public clash with , who suggested Rocky "come out of the closet" after he commented on male use of lipstick in interviews, framing it as inconsistent with his fashion-forward image. Banks' remarks amplified debates on gender norms in hip-hop, though Rocky did not directly respond.

Discography

Studio Albums

Long. Live. ASAP (2013) marked AAPRocky′sdebutstudioalbum,releasedonJanuary15,2013,throughAAP Rocky's debut studio album, released on January 15, 2013, through AAP Worldwide, , and . The project debuted at number one on the chart, selling 139,000 copies in its first week. It featured production from , , and , blending trap influences with psychedelic elements, and included collaborations with artists such as Drake, , and . The album received positive critical reception for its atmospheric sound and Rocky's charismatic delivery, though some reviewers noted its reliance on established producers. Key singles included "Wild for the Night" and "Goldie," which contributed to its commercial success, with the album eventually certified gold by the RIAA. At. Long. Last. A$AP (2015), Rocky's second studio album, was released on May 26, 2015, via the same labels. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, moving 146,000 album-equivalent units in its opening week, including 117,000 in pure sales. Executive produced by Danger Mouse, the record incorporated psychedelic rock and soul samples, with features from Kanye West, The Weeknd, and Rod Stewart. Critics praised its experimental approach and vocal maturity, though opinions varied on its cohesion compared to the debut. Standout tracks like "L$D" and "Everyday" highlighted Rocky's evolving style, aiding the album's platinum certification. Testing (2018) arrived as Rocky's third studio album on May 25, 2018. It also topped the upon release, reflecting sustained commercial appeal despite shifting hip-hop trends. The album experimented with industrial and alternative sounds, featuring guests like , , and , and was self-produced in part by Rocky and Hector Delgado. Reception was mixed, with acclaim for its ambition but criticism for uneven execution and departure from trap roots. Tracks such as "Praise the Lord (Da Shine)" achieved significant streaming success. (2026), Rocky's fourth studio album, was released on January 16, 2026, through AWGE / A$AP Worldwide and . It marks his first full-length project in nearly eight years following Testing. The album features collaborations with artists including Tyler, the Creator, Gorillaz, Thundercat, Doechii, Brent Faiyaz, and Danny Elfman. Rocky hosted a listening party in Paris to mark the launch.

Mixtapes and EPs

AAPRockyreleasedhisdebut[mixtape](/page/Mixtape),∗Live.Love.AAP Rocky released his debut [mixtape](/page/Mixtape), *Live. Love. AAP*, on October 31, 2011, via A$AP Worldwide, , and . The 15-track project featured production primarily from , , and DJ Burn One, incorporating hazy, psychedelic beats influenced by techniques alongside traditional hip-hop elements. Tracks like "Peso" and "Purple Swag: Chapter 2" highlighted Rocky's laid-back flow and Harlem-rooted lyricism, drawing comparisons to Southern rap aesthetics while establishing his affiliation. The mixtape's viral success, particularly "Peso" amassing millions of views, led to a major label deal and positioned Rocky as a breakout artist in 2011.
No.TitleFeatured artist(s)Producer(s)Length
1"Palace"—Clams Casino2:42
2"Peso"—SpaceGhostPurrp2:49
3"Bass"—Clams Casino3:15
4"Wassup"—DJ Burn One2:38
5"Brand New Guy"Schoolboy QYams, Rocky4:48
6"Purple Swag: Chapter 2"—Clams Casino2:48
7"Get High"DeefBabyA$AP Ty Beats2:15
8"Trilla"AAPTwelvyy,AAP Twelvyy, AAP RockyA$AP Twelvyy3:02
9"Keep It G"Chace InfiniteA$AP Yams3:01
10"Kissin' Pink" (Skit)AAPRocky,AAP Rocky, AAP Twelvyy—2:25
11"Houston Old Head"—Clams Casino4:24
12"Acid Drip"—Clams Casino3:01
13"Leaf" (Remix)Main AttrakionzClams Casino4:14
14"Roll One Up" (Skit)——0:55
15"Demons"—Clams Casino4:22
The garnered critical acclaim for its atmospheric production and Rocky's charismatic delivery, earning a composite score of 78/100 from 15 reviews, reflecting its role in revitalizing interest in mixtape-driven hip-hop discovery. It was reissued on streaming platforms on , 2021, with the addition of a new track, "," underscoring its enduring influence. Rocky has not released additional solo mixtapes or standalone EPs, transitioning directly to following the mixtape's momentum. Prior unofficial compilations, such as the fan-assembled in May 2011, circulated early demos but lack official endorsement and are not part of his canonical .

Notable Singles and Features

"F**kin' Problems," featuring Drake, , and , served as the lead single from AAPRocky′sdebutstudioalbum∗Long.Live.AAP Rocky's debut studio album *Long. Live. AAP*, released on October 9, 2012, and peaked at number 8 on the chart dated February 16, 2013. The track also reached the top five on the chart. "Praise the Lord (Da Shine)," featuring from the 2018 album Testing, debuted on May 11, 2018, and amassed over 1 billion streams on by June 2023. It peaked at number 18 on the UK Singles Chart. "LD,"thethirdsinglefrom∗At.Long.Last.AD," the third single from *At. Long. Last. AAP* released on May 21, 2015, entered the at number 62 on June 13, 2015. The received a 4× Platinum certification from the RIAA on May 26, 2025. "Everyday," featuring from At. Long. Last. A$AP, earned a 3× Platinum as of May 2025. "Punk Rocky," released on January 5, 2026, as the lead single from the upcoming album Don't Be Dumb, along with its official music video. "WHISKEY (RELEASE ME)," featuring Gorillaz and Westside Gunn from Don't Be Dumb, is the first song to credit Gorillaz as a featured artist since Snoop Dogg's "Sumthin Like This Night" in 2011. Among notable features, AAPRocky′sappearanceonTyler,theCreator′s"WhoDatBoy"from∗[FlowerBoy](/page/FlowerBoy)∗(2017)contributedtothetrack′schartperformance,reachingnumber75onthe[BillboardHot100](/page/BillboardHot100).[](https://www.ranker.com/list/best−songs−featuring−asap−rocky/bobby−bernstein)HisverseonScHoolboyQ′s"[HandsontheWheel](/page/HandsontheWheel)"from∗[BlankFaceLP](/page/BlankFaceLP)∗(2016)highlightedhiscollaborativeimpactinWestCoastrapcircles.[](https://www.revolt.tv/article/asap−rocky−features−where−he−stole−the−show)Additionally,thefeatureonMuraMasa′s"LoveAP Rocky's appearance on Tyler, the Creator's "Who Dat Boy" from *[Flower Boy](/page/Flower_Boy)* (2017) contributed to the track's chart performance, reaching number 75 on the [Billboard Hot 100](/page/Billboard_Hot_100).[](https://www.ranker.com/list/best-songs-featuring-asap-rocky/bobby-bernstein) His verse on ScHoolboy Q's "[Hands on the Wheel](/page/Hands_on_the_Wheel)" from *[Blank Face LP](/page/Blank_Face_LP)* (2016) highlighted his collaborative impact in West Coast rap circles.[](https://www.revolt.tv/article/asap-rocky-features-where-he-stole-the-show) Additionally, the feature on Mura Masa's "Loveick" (2016) peaked at number 99 on the and earned Platinum in the UK.
SingleAlbumRelease YearUS Hot 100 PeakRIAA Certification
F**kin' Problems (feat. Drake, & )Long. Live. A$AP8Multi-Platinum (implied by chart success and sales)
(feat. )Testing2018N/A (strong streaming)N/A
L$DAt. Long. Last. A$AP2015624× Platinum
Everyday (feat. )At. Long. Last. A$AP2015N/A3× Platinum
Punk RockyDon't Be Dumb (upcoming)2026N/AN/A

Tours and Live Performances

Headlining Tours

AAPRocky′sfirstmajorheadliningtour,theLongLiveAAP Rocky's first major headlining tour, the Long Live AAP Tour, supported the release of his debut studio album *Long. Live. AAP∗inJanuary2013.AnnouncedinJuly2012,the40−dateNorthAmericantrekfeaturedopeningactsincluding[ScHoolboyQ](/page/SchoolboyQ),[DannyBrown](/page/DannyBrown),andmembersofAAP* in January 2013. Announced in July 2012, the 40-date North American trek featured opening acts including [ScHoolboy Q](/page/Schoolboy_Q), [Danny Brown](/page/Danny_Brown), and members of AAP Mob, with performances spanning September to November across theaters and mid-sized venues. The tour commenced on September 21, 2012, in , at Lupo's , and included stops in cities such as ; ; and larger markets like New York and , concluding with sold-out shows that highlighted tracks from the album alongside earlier mixtape material. Following the release of his second album At. Long. Last. A$AP in May 2015, Rocky co-headlined a U.S. tour with , but maintained lead billing on select dates emphasizing his new psychedelic-influenced material. The 20-date run, announced in August 2015, began on in , at and extended through October, incorporating features from collaborators like and Miguel into live sets. Rocky's third headlining effort, the Injured Generation Tour, promoted his 2018 album Testing and ran from January 8 to February 6, 2019, across 18 North American dates in arenas. Starting in at , the tour visited cities including , , , and concluded in , with supporting acts like and on select nights, focusing on experimental tracks such as "Potato Salad" and "Praise the Lord (Da Shine)." The outing drew over 1 billion combined streams for Testing by tour's end, though it faced postponements due to Rocky's legal issues in .

Festival and Collaborative Shows

AAPRockydebutedatCoachellainApril2012,deliveringasetfeaturingtracksfromhismixtape∗Live.Love.AAP Rocky debuted at Coachella in April 2012, delivering a set featuring tracks from his mixtape *Live. Love. AAP*, during which drugs were thrown onstage midway through the performance. He returned to the festival in 2016 for another full set. In April 2024, Rocky joined Tyler, the Creator onstage at Coachella for collaborative performances of "Who Dat Boy" and other tracks, with Rihanna observing from the crowd. He has headlined multiple Rolling Loud festivals, including New York in September 2022 and Los Angeles in March 2025, where sets incorporated unreleased material and high-energy presentations. At in August 2025, Rocky closed the event with a career-spanning set, debuting live performances of tracks like "LVL" and "I Smoked Away My Brain" for the first time. That summer, he headlined several European , including Openair Frauenfeld on July 10, Clout on July 11, Beach, Please! on July 13, and Palmtree on July 26. For collaborative shows, Rocky performed a medley including "NO I.D. (GRIM FREESTYLE)," "Roddy Piper," and "Praise the Lord (Da Shine)" at Pharrell's Phriends event during Something in the Water in May 2023. In October 2025, he collaborated live with Playboi Carti during a concert in Los Angeles, featuring tracks like "Antagonist." Earlier, in 2012 and 2014 Coachella appearances, he shared stages with AAPMobaffiliateslikeAAP Mob affiliates like AAP Ferg, highlighting crew dynamics.

Awards and Recognition

Grammy Nominations and Wins

A$AP Rocky has received three Grammy Award nominations across his career, with no wins as of the 67th Annual Grammy Awards held on February 2, 2025. His nominations span rap songwriting and music video production, reflecting recognition for collaborative hits and visual artistry, though the Recording Academy has not awarded him in these categories. The following table summarizes his Grammy nominations:
YearCategoryWorkResult
2014Best Rap Song"Fuckin' Problems" (featuring Drake, , and )Nominated
2016Best Music Video"LSD"Nominated
2025Best Music Video"Tailor Swif" (directed by Vania Heymann and Gal Muggia)Nominated
In 2014, "Fuckin' Problems" from his debut studio album Long. Live. A$AP earned a nod for its lyrical collaboration, peaking at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100, but lost to Macklemore & Ryan Lewis's "Thrift Shop" featuring Wanz. The 2016 nomination for "LSD," the lead single from A.L.L.A., highlighted its psychedelic video direction by Dexter Navy, yet it was surpassed by Taylor Swift's "Bad Blood" featuring Kendrick Lamar. Most recently, in 2025, "Tailor Swif" from his collaborative project received acclaim for its innovative visuals but did not win, with Rocky publicly expressing disappointment via social media. These nods underscore his influence in hip-hop visuals and features, despite the Academy's selections favoring other mainstream entries.

Other Honors and Cultural Impact

ASAP Rocky has garnered several industry honors, including two in 2013 for "Fuckin' Problems" (featuring Drake, , and ) in the categories of Best Collaboration, Duo or Group and Best Hip-Hop Video. He also won Best Hip-Hop Video at the Japan for the same track. In recognition of commercial success, the (RIAA) certified his debut studio album Long. Live. A$AP platinum on March 16, 2015, for shipments exceeding 1,000,000 units, with additional multi-platinum certifications for singles such as "Fuckin' Problems" (3× Platinum) and ongoing updates including seven new certifications announced in May 2025 for various tracks and albums. Rocky's cultural influence extends prominently into fashion, where he pioneered the fusion of Harlem streetwear with luxury high fashion, drawing from designers like Raf Simons and incorporating bold accessories, suits, and eclectic patterns that redefined menswear norms. This approach has promoted greater diversity and individuality in both and hip-hop aesthetics, inspiring a generation of artists and consumers to blend urban grit with upscale elegance. His impact was formally acknowledged with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Fashion Icon of the Year award at the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards, honoring his transformative role in elevating rap culture's presence in global style trends. Beyond apparel, Rocky's visual storytelling and collaborations have shaped broader pop culture narratives, emphasizing innovation over convention in music videos and public appearances.

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