A$AP Rocky

Biography

Rakim Athelaston Mayers (born October 3, 1988), known professionally as ASAP Rocky (/ˈeɪsæp/ AY-sap; stylized as A$AP Rocky), is an American rapper, music producer, and record executive. Born and raised in Harlem, he embarked on his musical career as a member of the hip hop collective ASAP Mob, from which he adopted his moniker. In August 2011, Rocky's single "Peso" was leaked online and within weeks began receiving radio airplay. Rocky released his debut mixtape Live. Love. A$AP, later that year to widespread critical acclaim. The success of what is considered his breakout project led to a joint venture record deal with Polo Grounds Music, RCA Records, and Sony Music Entertainment.

Known For

Zoolander 2

as A$AP Rocky

Dope

as Dom

Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping

as Rakim Mayers

Keeping Up with the Kardashians

as Self

Saturday Night Live

as Self - Cameo (uncredited)

Have a Good Trip: Adventures in Psychedelics

as Self

The Eric Andre Show

as Self

Ridiculousness

as Self

Monster

as William King

Comedy Bang! Bang!

as Self