Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have officially welcomed their third child, a baby girl named Rocki Irish Mayers, born on September 13, 2025.
The couple shared the joyful news via Instagram, with Rihanna posting a tender photo of herself cradling Rocki and a close-up of tiny baby shoes, captioned simply: “Rocki Irish Mayers — Sept. 13 🎀”.
Rocki joins her older brothers RZA, born in May 2022, and Riot Rose, born in 2023, continuing the couple’s tradition of distinctive “R” names.
The pregnancy was first revealed at the 2025 Met Gala, where Rihanna debuted her bump in a dramatic white gown, and Rocky, serving as co-chair, teased, “It’s time that we show the people what we was cooking up”.
As Rihanna and A$AP Rocky celebrate the arrival of their third child, it’s the perfect moment to revisit the life and legacy of the man behind the music, the fashion, and now, fatherhood.
Early life and career
Rakim Athelaston Mayers, known professionally as A$AP Rocky, was born on October 3, 1988, in New York City.
Raised in Harlem, he began rapping at age nine and later joined the hip-hop collective A$AP Mob, from which he adopted his stage name.
Breakthrough and music success
Rocky’s breakout came in 2011 when his single “Peso” leaked online and gained radio play.
That same year, he signed with Polo Grounds Music (an RCA Records imprint) and released his debut mixtape Live. Love. A$AP to critical acclaim.
His first studio album, Long. Live. A$AP, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in 2013, featuring hits like “F**kin’ Problems” and “Goldie.”
He’s known for blending East Coast hip hop with experimental and psychedelic influences.
Fashion and entrepreneurship
Beyond music, Rocky is a fashion icon and entrepreneur.
He’s collaborated with brands like Dior, Guess, and Under Armour, and is the founder of the creative agency AWGE.
His style, often bold, gender-fluid, and trendsetting, has earned him global recognition in fashion circles.
Acting and directing
Rocky has also ventured into acting and directing. He’s appeared in films like Dope and recently starred alongside Denzel Washington in Spike Lee’s Highest 2 Lowest.
He directs many of his own music videos and is known for his strong visual aesthetic.
Personal life and relationship with rihanna
Rocky confirmed his relationship with Rihanna in 2020, though they had been close friends for years prior.
The couple has since become one of entertainment’s most beloved pairs, balancing global fame with a growing family.
Rocky has spoken openly about his desire for a daughter, saying during Rihanna’s third pregnancy; “I hope it’s a baby girl, man. I need that”.
Legal issues and resilience
In early 2025, Rocky was acquitted of firearms charges in Los Angeles. Rihanna was present throughout the trial, even bringing their sons to the closing arguments. The verdict was met with relief and celebration, marking a turning point in Rocky’s personal journey.
Musical style and influence
Rocky’s sound is characterized by its genre-blending nature, mixing cloud rap, alternative hip hop, and psychedelic elements.
He’s been nominated for two Grammy Awards and is widely respected for pushing creative boundaries in both music and fashion.
