In a candid and revealing interview, rapper A$AP Rocky has shared intimate details about his family life with partner Rihanna, offering a rare glimpse into their parenting dynamic and the distinct personalities of their three young children.
Contrasting Personalities of Their Sons
The 37-year-old artist, born Rakim Athelaston Mayers, spoke on the NYT Popcast last Friday about how his two sons exhibit remarkably different temperaments despite their close age gap. He explained that three-year-old RZA Athelston Mayers and two-year-old Riot Rose Mayers are separated by just fourteen months, creating a tight bond between them.
However, their personalities could not be more different. Rocky described RZA as "really antisocial" and noted that the child has "never eaten candy a day in his life and hates it." This stands in stark contrast to his younger brother Riot, whom the rapper characterized as a natural "socialite" who "wants to steal the room when he comes in."
Rocky elaborated on Riot's more outgoing nature, revealing that his younger son is "addicted to cotton candy" and enjoys "typical little kid stuff," highlighting the charming differences between the two boys.
Welcoming Their Daughter Rocki
The couple expanded their family on September 13 with the birth of their daughter, Rocki Irish Mayers. According to Rocky, the four-month-old has already made a significant impact on their household dynamics. He affectionately stated that she "just kind of took over the whole household" with her vibrant presence.
Rocky expressed particular delight in his daughter's resemblance to him, gushing that she looks "exactly identical to me. My twin, bro." He also noted her developing personality, describing her as "very talkative at four months" and someone who "likes to giggle and smile," suggesting she might inherit some of her father's charismatic energy.
Parenting Philosophy and Relationship Insights
Throughout the interview, Rocky referred to himself and Rihanna as "cool a** parents," indicating a relaxed and supportive approach to raising their children. This parenting style appears to be an extension of their strong personal connection, which Rocky detailed with evident affection.
The rapper reflected on their relationship timeline, noting that while they first met in 2011 when Rihanna enlisted him for her song "Cockiness (Love It)," they didn't begin seriously dating until 2020. Rocky emphasized their deep compatibility, mentioning they were born in the same year and that his late father was from Barbados, Rihanna's home country.
"I got with a very special woman," Rocky shared. "It's just like we were on the same page... My family, when I go back, I get to see both sides of my family. It's so many similarities, it's just funny. We laugh about it a lot. She was always my boo, you know what I'm saying?"
Recent Developments and Future Plans
Rocky's family revelations come amid significant professional developments. On Tuesday morning, he announced his 42-date "Don't Be Dumb Tour," scheduled to kick off on May 27 in Chicago. The tour will support his newly released 15-track fourth studio album, marking a busy period for the artist.
Ticket sales for the tour will begin with UK and Europe presales starting Wednesday at 9am, followed by CashApp Card presales at 10am the same day. North American presales commence on Friday at 10am, with public tickets going on sale January 27 at 9am.
The interview also touched on Rihanna's potential interest in expanding their family further. On January 12, the nine-time Grammy winner hinted she might be ready for baby number four after commenting on Love Island alum Montana Brown's Instagram post about pregnancy plans for 2026, responding with "Wait! So I'm not crazy then? Bet!"
This family-focused discussion represents a more personal side of the typically private couple, offering fans unprecedented insight into their lives as parents and partners while both continue to navigate their successful careers in the entertainment industry.
