ASAP Rocky returned to court this week to enter a plea in the ongoing assault case against him brought by former ASAP Mob member ASAP Relli, maintaining his innocence. Although he had previously pled not guilty to shooting Relli in the hand, after a judge ruled that prosecutors had enough evidence to warrant a trial, he was compelled to do so again. According to Rolling Stone, Rocky and his lawyer, Joe Tacopina, hope that the trial can begin by September, so that the “DMB” rapper can focus on “enjoying his family.”
Who Is ASAP Rocky Accused Of Shooting?
Rocky is accused of shooting Relli in November 2021 after a confrontation over a mutual friend’s funeral expenses. Relli, whose real name is Terell Ephron, says that after he sent Rocky an email accusing him of being “fake,” he was ambushed by Rocky, who pulled a handgun on him. He said that after “talking a bunch of sh*t” to Rocky, the rapper turned around and fired several shots, with one hitting Relli in the hand.
Relli is also suing Rocky for assault, battery, negligence, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Tacopina has characterized the accusations as a shakedown, an attempt to extort money from Rocky in exchange for Relli dropping the charges. While detectives recovered private security footage they say backs up Relli’s account, they have so far been unable to find any physical evidence that ties Rocky to the alleged crime. No guns were recovered and no fingerprints were found on the shell casings Relli says he collected from the scene.
Did ASAP Rocky Plead Not Guilty?
Not only did ASAP Rocky plead not guilty — twice — but he and Tacopina also maintain that they have evidence to back up their own insistence that Relli tried to extort Rocky and perjured himself in court by saying he never asked Rocky for money.
It happened. This morning, January 8, Kid Cudi finally revealed the tracklist for Insano. In September, Cudi announced that he had “to push Insano back til January,” and now, it is one of Uproxx’s “Most Anticipated Albums Of 2024” list. It will also be one of the first significant drops of the year, as Insano is due out this Friday, January 12.
“INSANO is to be enjoyed from the beginning to the end,” Cudi wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Please if u can, refrain from jumpin around just to hear the features. Experience it like a film, put it on and let it ride. Trust me. I designed it that way for the best experience possible [smiley emoji, peace-sign emoji, praying-hands emoji, stars emoji] thanx.”
See the full Insano tracklist below.
1. “Often I Have These Dreamz” Feat. DJ Drama
2. “Keep Bouncin’”
3. “Get Off Me” Feat. Travis Scott
4. “Most Ain’t Dennis”
5. “Wow” Feat. A$AP Rocky
6. “ElectroWaveBaby”
7. “A Tale Of A Knight”
8. “Cud Life”
9. “Too Damn High” Feat. Lil Yachty
10. “Getcha Gone”
11. “At The Party” Feat. Travis Scott & Pharrell
12. “Mr. Coola”
13. “Freshie”
14. “Tortured”
15. “X & Cud” Feat. XXXTentacion
16. “Seven” Feat. Lil Wayne
17. “Funky Wizard Smoke”
18. “Rager Boyz” Feat. Young Thug
19. “Porsche Topless”
20. “Blue Sky”
21. “Hit The Streetz In My Nikes”
INSANO is to be enjoyed from the beginning to the end. Please if u can, refrain from jumpin around just to hear the features. Experience it like a film, put it on and let it ride. Trust me. I designed it that way for the best experience possible thanx
Rihanna is gushing over A$AP Rocky’s fatherhood abilities. Speaking with Access Hollywood at the Fenty x Puma launch party, Rih Rih revealed that Rocky’s fatherly duties turn her on.
“I loved him differently as a dad,” Rocky said. “This is major, it’s a turn on. It’s just like, ‘Wow. What a leader, what a great, patient, loving.”
She added, “And my kids are obsessed with him. I’m just a background, I’m an extra. It happens. It doesn’t matter if it’s girls or boys, they love their dad differently and I love to see it.”
Last year, a kid was introduced to Rihanna, and he did what any of us would do: pause, gasp, and become speechless.
The memorable moment happened at the Vegas F1 Race. The kid met A$AP Rocky, who handed him a t-shirt from his collection. Afterwards, the kid was led to another section and the magic moment happened. You can see it go down below.
Most Rihanna fans accepted years ago that the pop artist would be shifting her focus to her Fenty Beauty line. But it looks like ASAP Rocky may now be doing the same. Today (January 4), Fenty Skin and Fenty Beauty shared a new advertisement for the brand’s new Lux Balm.
The clip features Rocky in a video montage rocking the balm, and showing off tubes of the product. In the background of the clip is a portion of Rocky’s song, “RIOT (Rowdy Pipe’n)”
“Flossy, glossy / Nah, b*tch, this ain’t lip gloss / balm up in my palm collab’ / New with my baby mom,” raps Rocky on the song.
According to a description of the balm. “This juicy, Barbados Cherry-powered lip balm packed with vitamin E + shea butter brings dry lips back to life with instant hydration”
In recent time, Rocky has appeared in many fashion campaigns, including some for Gucci. However, he still continues to tease new music. In an interview with Dazed Digital, he opened up about his long-awaited fourth album.
“I’ve been really experimenting as usual and what I like about this is it feels like my best work yet,” said Rocky.
The Lux Balm is now available at Sephora and Kohl’s stores, as well as FentySkin.com.
Since his emergence in the hip-hop scene in the early 2010s, ASAP Rocky has carved a prominent position and significant influence in the music industry. His distinctive style and unmatched flow have earned him a substantial fortune.
As of 2024, WealthyGorilla estimates the rapper’s net worth at around $20 million. This article delves into the various sources of his impressive wealth.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 17: ASAP Rocky performs during Yams Day 2020 at Barclays Center on January 17, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images)
Born Rakim Mayers in 1988, ASAP Rocky grew up in Harlem, New York City. He began his foray into the world of music in 2007, joining the ASAP Mob, a Harlem-based collective of rappers, producers, and creatives. With his debut mixtape Live. Love. ASAP in 2011, he quickly gained attention, which was available as a free download online. This mixtape’s success led to a record deal with Polo Grounds Music, RCA Records, and Sony Music Entertainment, worth an estimated $3 million.
In January 2013, ASAP Rocky released his debut studio album, “Long. Live. ASAP,” which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. He followed this up with two more successful albums: At. Long. Last. ASAP in 2015 and Testing in 2018. Collaborations with some of the music industry’s biggest names, such as Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna, and Tyler, the Creator, along with album sales, have significantly contributed to his net worth.
ASAP Rocky’s Influence In The Fashion Industry
MILAN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 24: Asap Rocky wears black sunglasses, a white shirt, a black tie, a black striped print pattern oversized blazer jacket, diamonds earrings , outside Gucci, during the Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2023/2024 on February 24, 2023 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)
In addition to his work as a rapper, ASAP Rocky has established himself in the fashion world. He has participated in various high-profile fashion campaigns, partnering with brands like Calvin Klein, Dior Homme, and Guess. His keen sense of style and fashion influence has led to lucrative deals and endorsements, adding to his wealth.
Entrepreneurship and Acting Boosting ASAP Rocky Net Worth
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA – MARCH 10: A$AP Rocky attends AWGE presents: A$AP Rocky x GUESS Club on March 10, 2017 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Todd Williamson/Getty Images for GUESS)
ASAP Rocky’s entrepreneurial spirit has also played a role in his financial success. In 2016, he launched his creative agency, AWGE, which provides a platform for him and other creatives to collaborate on various projects, including merchandise, music videos, and collaborative albums. Through AWGE, Rocky has worked with popular brands like Under Armour, Needles, and Selfridges on exclusive collections.
Rocky has also dabbled in acting, appearing in several films, such as “Dope” (2015) and “Monster” (2018). While his acting career is still in its early stages, these roles have undoubtedly contributed to his growing net worth.
Legal Challenges and Their Impact on ASAP Rocky Net Worth
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 13: A$AP Rocky attends 2021 Tribeca Festival Premiere of “Stockholm Syndrome”at Battery Park on June 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for Tribeca Festival)
It is important to note that Rocky has faced several legal issues over the years. In 2019, he became involved in a high-profile incident in Sweden, resulting in assault charges and a later conviction. The case garnered worldwide attention, and although he did not receive a prison sentence, the financial and legal implications of the case may have impacted his net worth.
Conclusion/TLDR
LONDON, ENGLAND – JULY 01: (Editorial Use Only) ASAP Rocky performs on the main stage during Day 1 of Wireless Festival 2022 at Crystal Palace Park on July 01, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)
In conclusion, ASAP Rocky’s estimated net worth of $20 million in 2024 can be attributed to his success as a rapper, his influence in the fashion industry, his entrepreneurial ventures, and acting roles. Despite facing legal challenges, his wealth stands as a testament to his enduring influence and relevance in the world of entertainment. We can expect his net worth to continue to grow in the coming years.
Metro Boomin has big plans for the year, despite having one of his best year’s professionally in 2023. After releasing his second studio album Heroes & Villains in December 2022, he stampeded into 2023 with a parade of releases including the Spider-Verse soundtrack, Young Thug’s album Business Is Business, and even a symphony orchestra. But even with all these accomplishments in his rearview, he looks to remain as busy as ever in 2024, with not just one but three new albums on the way — and maybe even more.
After boasting “2023 was great but just watch what I do 2024” on Twitter, a fan asked how many albums he’ll be dropping in 2024. “3 at the very least,” he replied. And although he didn’t go into detail, hints he shared throughout last year gave us some clue what those albums could be.
Shortly after the release of Heroes & Villains, ASAP Rocky joked that his next album, Don’t Be Dumb, would have so much input from Metro that it should be called Flacko Boomin. Then, a month later, Future suggested that his joint album with Metro would be the “album of the year” — although there’s still no sign of it, almost a full year later. JID also confirmed he and Metro have a joint project in the works, and just before the holidays, Metro said he and Zaytoven are working on a few ideas for a potential project, either with an artist or a compilation of artists.
A lot has changed for Rihanna and ASAP Rocky this year, but at the end of it all, they remain among our favourite style icons. For the Bad Gal, 2023 began with a bang as she prepared for (and bodied) her Super Bowl Halftime performance. During that, she confirmed that baby number two was on the way before spending the spring and summer serving up more maternity inspiration for fans.
Now, Rih and Rocky continue to settle into parenthood, though they’ve admitted they’re still hoping to add a little girl into the mix in the future. It’s unclear if the fashionista hopes to get pregnant again so soon after having Riot, like she did with RZA, or if she’ll be taking time to focus on releasing the music she’s been promising fans for some time now, and heading out on a subsequent tour.
Rihanna and ASAP Rocky Enjoy the Final Moments of 2023
ASAP Rocky and Rihanna are seen at Carbone on October 04, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Jackson Lee/GC Images)
While we wait to find out what her 2024 plans are, paparazzi have spotted the Fenty Beauty founder out in Aspen with her family. Earlier this week, cameras caught all three Mayers boys and their matriarch, with Rocky stealing the show in his disco ball-inspired pants. The Testing rapper paired the bold piece with a brown and white fur coat over a grey hoodie, notably carrying both of their little boys, who were also dapperly dressed. Rih looked far more casual than ASAP in her mom jeans and shacket. Still, she and the New Yorker did cutely coordinate by rocking the same shoes.
In terms of their aesthetics, Rihanna and ASAP Rocky are always on point. However, the Barbadian is reportedly dealing with her share of anxiety over the possibility of her man serving time in prison over his gun trial with ASAP Relli. Read more about that at the link below, and since we can’t post them directly on HNHH you can find paparazzi snaps of Riot and RZA’s parents out in Aspen by clicking the Via.
Rihanna is gushing over A$AP Rocky’s fatherhood abilities. Speaking with Access Hollywood at the Fenty x Puma launch party, Rih Rih revealed that Rocky’s fatherly duties turn her on.
“I loved him differently as a dad,” Rocky said. “This is major, it’s a turn on. It’s just like, ‘Wow. What a leader, what a great, patient, loving.”
She added, “And my kids are obsessed with him. I’m just a background, I’m an extra. It happens. It doesn’t matter if it’s girls or boys, they love their dad differently and I love to see it.”
Last month, a kid was introduced to Rihanna, and he did what any of us would do: pause, gasp, and become speechless.
The memorable moment happened at the Vegas F1 Race. The kid met A$AP Rocky, who handed him a t-shirt from his collection. Afterwards, the kid was led to another section and the magic moment happened. You can see it go down below.
It’s been a while since we heard new music from either ASAP Rocky or Rihanna, as the power couple has been busy enjoying parenthood. During this week’s launch party for Rihanna’s latest Puma sneakers, the singer offered some insight into parenthood, including a self-deprecating dig at one of her own signature features that youngest son Riot didn’t inherit.
She was also asked about possible collaborations between her and her boyfriend Rocky, responding, “We did that already — twice.” Of course, she was talking about their two boys, not songs, but if you were wondering whether they’ve also recorded any songs together, we’ve got you covered there.
Their earliest collaboration was the 2011 “Cockiness” remix, which transformed the sixth single from her sixth studio album, Talk That Talk. Produced by “A Milli” producer Bangladesh, dubstep-influenced track received mixed reviews and peaked at No. 17 on Billboard‘s “Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles” chart.
Meanwhile, although Rihanna has yet to appear on any of Rocky’s songs, she has appeared in two of his music videos. In 2013, the video for “Fashion Killa” from Rocky’s debut studio album Long. Live. A$AP. featured Rihanna and followed the couple on a shopping date. Then, in 2022, Rocky kicked off marriage rumors about the couple when his video for “D.M.B.” not only starred Rihanna but also featured Rocky wearing a grill reading “Marry Me.”
In her red-carpet interview Rihanna expressed optimism about any future collaborations, saying, “Anything Rocky and me collaborate on is going to be fire,” because of their shared creative sensibility. Check out the interview below.
From her Fenty empire to her fashion deals and, of course, her chart-topping music, “Umbrella” singer Rihanna is known for many things. But the title she holds above all is mother. Rumors have begun to circulate that she and beaux Asap Rocky are working on expanding their family, but the couple has two confirmed children as of today.
Yesterday (December 18), before the Fenty x Puma Creeper Phatty launch party in Los Angeles, California, Rihanna opened up about her journey through motherhood so far. While chatting with Access Hollywood (around the 1:30 mark), she confessed that she let go of all expectations going into it but was seemingly looking forward to passing on her distinctive forehead to her children.
“You don’t have an idea [when you picture your future family]. I hoped that I could have kids one day. And I hoped that I could have them in love. I hoped I could be a part of a family that breaks generational curses… it’s happening, and I can’t believe it,” said Rihanna.
She continued injecting some humor into the conversation. “The only thing I imagined was probably the forehead on RZA,” said Rihanna, referring to her oldest son.
“Riot doesn’t have it. I’m like, wait, are you sure? You can’t lose this thing,” giggled the singer.
