After nearly a decade away from solo albums, Harlem’s own A$AP Rocky is officially back. His long-teased fourth studio album, Don’t Be Dumb, is set to drop tomorrow midnight, January 16, 2026 — marking his first full project since Testing in 2018.
What We Can Expect
• Fresh vibes + evolution: Rocky has described this era as a reintroduction, shaped by growth, fatherhood, and artistic evolution — not just a simple return to form.
• Cinematic ambition: The album’s cover art was crafted by Tim Burton, and there are whispers of a related visual project or short film, hinting at Rocky’s expansion into storytelling and world-building beyond traditional hip-hop formats.
• Sound and singles: New singles like “Punk Rocky” — featuring Winona Ryder in its star-studded video — and the gritty “Helicopter” show Rocky playing with genre textures, blending sharp rap flows with punk, indie visuals, and cinematic flair.
Rumored Features & Collaborations
While the full official tracklist hasn’t been released yet, production credits are stacked with all-star names like Pharrell Williams, Mike Dean, Madlib, Metro Boomin, The Alchemist, and Dean Blunt, suggesting a rich sonic palette.
There are also rumors (not yet officially confirmed) of features from Rihanna — given the longstanding connection and social media exchanges and potential contributions from close collaborators like Tyler, The Creator and Playboi Carti circulating among fans.
From Golden Era to New Chapter?
Rather than strictly reliving the golden sounds of early A$AP Rocky (think Live.Love.A$AP vibes), Don’t Be Dumb feels like a forward-thinking hybrid — blending his Harlem roots with experimental production, punk-rock aesthetics, and cinematic ambition. Early singles also lean into eclectic energy far beyond typical trap formulas.
Quick Facts
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Album Title: Don’t Be Dumb
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Release Date: January 16, 2026
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Years Since Last Album: ~8 (since Testing in 2018)
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Confirmed Producers: Pharrell, Mike Dean, Madlib, Metro, Alchemist + more
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Visuals: Cover art by Tim Burton; high-concept videos already released
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Singles Out: Punk Rocky, Helicopter
All eyes on Rocky tomorrow — tap into the new album on our New Music Friday playlist. We’re already spinning “Punk Rocky” and “Helicopter” on repeat. At hiphopadellic, we live for these global moments in rap culture… and this one feels like the start of a whole new Rocky era.