ASAP Rocky

ASAP Rocky is the stage name of American rapper Rakim Mayers, prominent in hip-hop since the early 2010s.

The name combines A$AP (Always Strive and Prosper), his Harlem collective, with Rocky.

Known for his laid-back flow and fashion influence, he's also recognized for his relationship with Rihanna: ASAP Rocky's new album dropped last week.

rapper

Harlem

Manhattan neighborhood, cultural landmark

  • flowUnbroken forward movement
  • versesLines of poetry
  • barsRods, taverns, or measures

lyrics · mixtape · album · collaboration · Goldie · producer · hit · single · tour · concert

fashion

designer

One who plans appearances

Prada · streetwear · runway · haute couture · menswear · Rihanna · Met Gala · Vogue · GQ · braids

influence

pioneer

Early explorer or settler

trendsetter · groundbreaking · mentor · inspirational · impactful · transformative · tastemaker · trailblazer · charismatic · influential

Opposites
hip-hop aesthetic/style

ASAP RockyDMX

Lighting control protocol

Griselda · Onyx · 21 Savage · Russ

regional rap identity

ASAP RockyScarface

Criminal's disfigurement-based nickname

Three 6 Mafia · Ice Cube · Nipsey Hussle · Nelly · DJ Khaled

artistic persona and public image

ASAP RockyJ. Cole

Kendrick Lamar · Mos Def

Family

rock, rocks, rocky, rockier, rockiest, rocking, rocker, rockers

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Mostly American · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG-13