Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have kept quiet since the secret birth of their new baby boy. The gender has now been confirmed, and the couple has chosen a unique name that may sound familiar. Welcome, Riot Since the birth in early August, Rihanna and A$AP have remained relatively secretive about their new addition. Many wondered […]
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There is more reason to celebrate for A$AP Rocky and Rihanna. The Harlem native could not help but be thankful for a very flattering award he picked up the other night. Flacko was called to attend HFR’s (Harlem’s Fashion Row) 16th Annual Fashion Show & Style Awards on September 5. The ceremony took the time to honor all of the stylistic pioneers of today back in New York. It was also there to recognize the 50th anniversary of hip-hop music.
According to Vibe, Kelly Rowland was also in attendance. She scooped up possibly the biggest award of the night, the Fashion Icon Of The Year. The HFR website lists all of the other five categories. Those included, Stylists Of The Year, Hip Hop Trailblazer Award, Editor Of The Year, Designer Of The Year, and last but not least, the Virgil Abloh Award. TMZ got footage of A$AP Rocky’s acceptance speech and he gave the late great designer and artist all of the praise.
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Rocky told the crowd a story of when Virgil began to recognize the A$AP Mob. He says, “Virgil discovered us, A$AP, us as a bunch of kids before I got my record deal.” Furthermore, he goes on to tell how Virgil helped him with the creative process behind his breakout album LONG.LIVE.A$AP. It is a nice moment to see the rapper take this award since the inspiration is strong still to this day. Now, he gets to take home a precious award that remembers a truly great legacy. Additionally, it symbolizes the great relationship Rocky and Abloh shared.
What are your initial thoughts on A$AP Rocky winning the award from Harlem’s Fashion Row (HFR)? Is Rocky deserving of this achievement? Is Virgil Abloh one of the greatest designers/artists ever? We want to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. In addition, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around the music world.
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Given that Drake is going to release For All The Dogs presumably soon, any movement from him is inspiring frantic excitement. However, sometimes that can be purely speculative and unverified information, but since when has that ever stopped rumors from floating around? Moreover, a fan allegedly caught the 6 God and his pal Lil Yachty filming a music video for an upcoming song. You can’t tell if they’re really them in the video, but the song definitely sounds like the Toronto MC’s voice and style. What’s more is that, at the start of the clip below, you can hear a bar that shouts out none other than A$AP Rocky.
“I ain’t pretty Flacko b***h, this s**t get really Rocky,” Drake raps in the alleged snippet of his rumored upcoming Yachty collab. Maybe this doesn’t end up panning out, but it’s still a wild encounter to witness. While Drizzy and ASAP Rocky have always shown each other love, it’s actually been a while since they last teamed up on wax. Fans probably remember their hit “F**kin’ Problems” with Kendrick Lamar and 2 Chainz, for example.
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Not only that, but there’s actually a lot of current excitement regarding Drake music videos. The OVO mogul and Cole Bennett recently teased via Instagram that they’re working on some visuals together. Whether it’s for the For All The Dogs rollout or not is a mystery, but it’s pretty likely nonetheless. Such is the case for this new song as well. Given that it would be The Boy’s first link-up with Lyrical Lemonade, fans can’t wait to see what they cooked up.
Meanwhile, all these teases and unverified clips build up to one of the most anticipated albums of 2023. Considering how tight Yachty and Drake are, it’s actually surprising that they haven’t put a song out yet. Hopefully that changes soon. With that in mind, stay up to date on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Drake, Lil Yachty, and ASAP Rocky.
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A$AP Rocky and Rihanna recently welcomed their second child, another son, into the world, and fans are already speculating on the little one’s name. If you recall, it took general audiences a full year to find out their first kid’s name, honoring the Wu-Tang legend RZA. However, at least from what a TMZ paparazzi captured, it seems like we might not have to wait that long to find out baby number two’s name. Moreover, the pap caught up with him on a night out in West Hollywood on Wednesday (August 23) and asked him for his new bundle of joy’s name. The New York MC simply replied with “Coming soon!” with a wide smile, so maybe they’re taking a different approach to reveals this time around.
Furthermore, at least we already know of a certain pattern that the family seems to follow. ASAP Rocky’s real name is Rakim, a tribute to the pioneering hip-hop icon, and Rihanna’s real name is Robyn. RZA is also named after a genre star and starts with “R,” so people took to social media to speculate and try to guess what the next one could be. Reggie for Redman, perhaps, or Rick of Slick fame… never before have people been so dead-set on scrolling through a “rappers whose names start with ‘R’” list.
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Regardless of that speculation, there’s still plenty of rumors and reports to chew on besides the baby’s name. For example, a new PEOPLE report suggested that, according to an alleged insider, Rihanna feels her family is “complete” after her second child’s birth. Her and Rocky must be so busy with their careers and endeavors, and that might influence that feeling of satisfaction with two young kids on your hands. Still, the couple hasn’t shared anything about their little miracle yet, so any comments on it are purely speculative at this point.
Meanwhile, with both looking forward to album releases (hopefully dropping soon), we’ll see how parenthood impacts their lyricism and style. The A$AP Mob spitter is closer to that finish line than RiRi is, at least as of writing this article, but things could change quite fast. All we can do is sit, wait, and wish the power couple well in their family life. For more news and the latest updates on ASAP Rocky and Rihanna, come back to HNHH.
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Many publications are rolling out content all year celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop and Pitchfork is no different. The publication teamed up with legendary rapper Black Thought from The Roots to discuss hip-hop albums that inspired him. After identifying some certified classics like The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill and Outkast’s Speakerboxxx / The Love Below he shouted out a more recent project from A$AP Rocky. “This album ushered in a new era of New York hip-hop. It’s so braggadocious, it’s so macho, it’s so Harlem,” Black Thought said of Rocky’s 2013 album LongLiveA$AP. It wasn’t the only praise he had for the project either.
Thought elaborated on his love for the album. “It’s also genre-transcendent. He was able to blur the line between the New York hip-hop aesthetic—which was trending less at the time—and the aesthetic that was beginning to trend more: classic UGK, 8Ball, and MJG. He was the bridge between dope and trill in a way that was very necessary.” The rapper also dug into many of the reasons he sees parallels between himself and Rocky. “I see elements of myself in A$AP Rocky, and later on I’d find out we share a birthday. He’s named after Rakim, who’s a huge influence of mine. He’s mellow. But he’s also one of those people I admire for his ability to continue to innovate.”
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Black Thought himself has been an influential force in rap for decades and that hasn’t slowed down in recent years. Earlier this year he teamed up with El Michels Affair for a critically acclaimed new collaborative album Glorious Game. The album features KIRBY, Son Little, and Brainstory.
That album served as a follow-up to another acclaimed collaboration last year. Black Thought teamed up with Danger Mouse on an album called Cheat Codes that managed to really live up to its name. What do you think of Black Thought’s praise of A$AP Rocky and his debut album? Let us know in the comment section below.
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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky, the power couple adored by fans worldwide, shocked everyone by secretly welcoming their second baby in early August. While the name of their bundle of joy hasn’t been confirmed, fans are eagerly awaiting the reveal. Rihanna & A$AP Welcome Baby #2 It appears Rihanna and A$AP Rocky, who previously welcomed their […]
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Following a firestorm of rumors earlier this month, we now know that Rihanna gave birth to her second child, a boy, with A$AP Rocky. Moreover, reports from TMZ indicated that the singer welcomed him into the world on August 3. Also, the publication alleged that his name also begins with an “R” like his brother RZA, his father Rocky (Rakim) and his mother RiRi (Robyn). Congratulatory messages and celebratory posts flooded social media, although it’s understandable why the celebrity couple would want to maintain their privacy during this time. Regardless of those wishes, we’re now getting the first wave of alleged reports concerning this birth.
For example, a source who claimed have insight into the family told PEOPLE of the Barbadian superstar’s alleged remarks about her new baby boy. “Rihanna feels her family is now complete… it’s something she’s always wanted,” they told the news outlet. As of writing this article, neither the “Lift Me Up” vocalist nor the “RIOT” MC have spoken out about this beautiful occasion on social media. With that in mind, take these with a grain of salt, but we doubt they’re feeling anything less than wonderful right now.
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Furthermore, it feels odd to comment on this birth and feel like a certain weight lifted off of people’s shoulders. After all, this was quite the advertised and anticipated pregnancy, which is what a Super Bowl halftime show reveal will do. Nevertheless, Rihanna and Rocky have also gushed about parenthood following RZA’s birth and in the lead-up to this one. As such, it’s clear that their own excitement and love got many people truly invested in their family. Fans still want them to drop their albums already, but they’re also happy to see them happy.
Meanwhile, it’s possible that the power couple actually work with each other on one or both of these upcoming projects. Not only does that just make sense, but it’s incredibly exciting considering their musical creativity. That aside, congratulations to the parents, and we wish the little one the best of health and happiness in life. For more news and the latest updates on Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s family, stay up to date on HNHH.
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It’s now been several weeks since we’ve seen Rihanna serving up salacious maternity style around the world, leading many to assume she’s given birth to her and ASAP Rocky’s second child together. Earlier in August, reports claimed that the Barbadian vocalist welcomed a little girl, making her the matriarch of a family of four. Nothing has officially confirmed that news, though on Monday (August 21), TMZ announced that RiRi did give birth on August 3, however, the reported gender wasn’t accurate.
Rather, she and Rocky are the proud parents of two little boys. It’s unclear what they’ve named RZA’s little brother, though the outlet says they’ve decided on a moniker that begins with R. Seeing as their born names are Robyn and Rakim, it only feels fitting that their offspring would continue on with the tradition. The little one arrived in Los Angeles, and from what we know so far, he’s healthy and happy as can be, just like his sibling.
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Rihanna’s second pregnancy was a seriously busy one. She first confirmed that she was with child again during her Super Bowl Halftime performance, and since then, she and the Testing rapper have been steadily making their way around the globe. They spent time in Japan, showing off their always iconic outfits, and in Paris, the Bad Gal took centre stage while starring in Pharrell Williams’ first Louis Vuitton menswear campaign. She and Rocky sat front row, along with countless other celebrities, for the presentation. Afterward, she and her beau headed to Barbados for some fun in the sun before beginning the process of having a newborn all over again.
Now that Rihanna and ASAP Rocky have two babies under two to care for, some are wondering who to look to for maternity style inspiration. Thankfully, Ciara seems to have that under control after announcing that she’s expecting for the fourth time earlier this month. See her latest outfit photos at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
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A$AP Rocky now has fans on alert after a tweet hinting when his new album will arrive. Hitting Twitter, Rocky let fly a unique spelling of the month of August.
A$AP Rocky treated fans to an electrifying new video for his latest track, “RIOT (Rowdy Pipe’n),” directed by A$AP Rocky/AWGE. The song, released on July 21st, is a sneak peek into his highly anticipated upcoming album under A$AP Worldwide/RCA Records. Notably, the track boasts production credits from the multi-talented Pharrell Williams, adding to its allure.
Alongside the song release, Rocky collaborated with Beats to launch a campaign for the all-new Beats Studio Pro. In a short film titled “Iconic Sound,” directed and starring Rocky himself, the Beats Studio Pro takes center stage, showcasing the perfect blend of music and technology.
The excitement doesn’t end there; during his Rolling Loud performance, Rocky surprised fans with a sneak preview of three unreleased songs, including “STOLE YA FLOW,” further building anticipation for his forthcoming album.
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Whisky brand Mercer + Prince has unveiled its debut campaign, “Carefully Crafted,” featuring its founder, A$AP Rocky. In a captivating video, A$AP Rocky takes viewers on a behind-the-scenes journey through the creation of Mercer + Prince. He walks us through the meticulous process, from arriving at the Mercer + Prince lab to showcasing the core elements that make up each bottle – the artifacts, sculpting, aroma, and packaging. The clever twist on his name, A$AP (artifacts, sculpting, aroma, and packaging), highlights the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship.
Excitingly, Mercer + Prince has expanded to new markets, and whisky enthusiasts and A$AP Rocky fans can now find the brand in Boston, MA, and Jackson, MS, bringing the total to 11 states. The whisky has been spotted in the hands of A-list celebrities like Rihanna, DJ Khaled, and A$AP Ferg, among others, as it gains popularity worldwide.
Since its launch in March 2022, Mercer + Prince has been reshaping the spirits industry, combining art and culture into A$AP Rocky’s first liquor brand. The bottle’s innovative design, conceived from a napkin sketch by A$AP Rocky himself, includes two cups on both ends for sharing a drink with a friend. The whisky is expertly crafted, distilled from Canadian and Japanese whiskies, and aged in American White Oak barrels, resulting in an approachable and smooth flavor perfect for those venturing into the world of whisky.
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