At a Glance
- A$AP Rocky’s album “Don’t Be Dumb” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
- Rihanna celebrated the milestone on X, calling him her “baby daddy.”
- The album sold 123,000 equivalent units in its first week.
**Why it matters: The release marks Rocky’s first chart-dominating project in eight years and showcases the couple’s continued influence in music and pop culture.
A$AP Rocky’s new album “Don’t Be Dumb” was released on Friday, Jan. 16, and immediately climbed to the top of the Billboard 200 chart. The achievement was celebrated by his wife, Rihanna, who praised him on social media. The album also sets the stage for a summer tour and a deluxe edition teased for later this year.
Chart Performance
The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart dated Jan. 31 after selling 123,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. in its first week of release. This is Rocky’s first new album since 2018’s Testing.
Timeline of Key Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Jan. 16 | Release of “Don’t Be Dumb” |
| Jan. 22 | Rocky teased a deluxe version on The Joe Budden Podcast |
| Jan. 25 | Rihanna posted on X celebrating the No. 1 album |
| Jan. 31 | Billboard 200 chart shows the album at No. 1 |
Social Media Celebration
Rihanna, a Grammy-winning businesswoman, 37, took to X on Sunday, Jan. 25, with a post praising Rocky, 37, after his new album hit No. 1. She wrote:
“Just me here to let yall know my baby daddy got the NUMBER 1 ALBUM!!! Aaahhhhhh hah! DONT BE DUMB!!!”
She followed up with a message that highlighted how proud she was of Rocky’s success.
Collaborations & Deluxe Tease
“Don’t Be Dumb” features a wide range of collaborators, including:
- Brent Faiyaz
- BossMan Dlow
- Sauce Walka
- Slay Squad
- Gorillaz
- Westside Gunn
- Doechii
- Will.i.am
- Jessica Pratt
- Tyler, the Creator
- Jozzy
- Tokischa
- Imogen Heap
- Clams Casino
Rocky also hinted at a deluxe edition of the album during a Jan. 22 interview on The Joe Budden Podcast, promising additional tracks for fans.
Tour Dates
To promote the project, Rocky will embark on the “Don’t Be Dumb” Tour. The schedule includes:
- North America: May to July
- Europe: August to September
Family Life
Rihanna and Rocky confirmed their romance in November 2020. Together, they share three children:
- Rocki Irish: 4 months old
- Riot: 2 years old
- RZA: 3 years old
Both parents balance their careers with parenting, often sharing glimpses of family life on social media.
Rocky on Keeping Romance Alive
In an interview on The Ebro Show earlier this month, Rocky spoke about how the couple keeps their romantic spark alive:
“You got to spice it up. You got to still date. You got to still be friends,” he said. “We roll [music] dice. We play cards. Like, you know what I’m saying? Like, she a cheater. We be playing crazy eights. I love that girl to death, man. You know, word. We got to keep the funk going ’cause if not, what we doing then?”
These comments highlight the couple’s commitment to maintaining a strong partnership amid their high-profile careers.
Key Takeaways
- A$AP Rocky’s latest album, “Don’t Be Dumb,” tops the Billboard 200 after selling 123,000 units.
- Rihanna publicly celebrated the success on X, underscoring their partnership.
- The album features a diverse roster of collaborators and a deluxe edition is forthcoming.
- Rocky will tour North America and Europe from May to September.
- The couple’s family life remains a central theme in their public narrative.
