Highlights
- A$AP Rocky's net worth has doubled as of early 2024, and he has transformed into a devoted family man thanks to his partner Rihanna and their two children.
- A$AP Rocky's legal troubles and past incidents of misconduct have overshadowed his personal growth as a father.
- Rihanna's influence and financial wisdom are believed to have contributed to A$AP Rocky's increased net worth and career success.
Rakim Athelaston Mayers, best known as A$AP Rocky, was once a spoiled kid who often found himself enmired in trouble.
Thanks to his partner and love of his life, Rihanna – and with the arrival of their now 20-month-old son (RZA Athelston Mayers, named to honor Wu-Tang Clan member RZA), and four-month-old daughter, Riot Rose Mayers – A$AP Rocky is now a devoted family man.
On April 20th 2022 – less than a month before Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's first child, RZA, was born on May 13th 2022 – A$AP Rocky was in jail, arrested for allegedly shooting former childhood friend Terrel Ephron (also known as A$AP Relli) in November 2021.
Ephron asserted that he and Rocky were involved in a heated argument, and that A$AP withdrew a handgun, firing multiple shots, one of which grazed his fingers.
Although Rocky was released on bond after spending three hours in jail, after this incident, there were few public feuds or controversies involving Mayers following the birth of his first child.
But this charge has been like a thorn in A$AP Rocky's side; in November 2023, Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge M.L. Villar ruled that "sufficient evidence [existed] to allow the case against Mayers to proceed to trial."
If found guilty, he could face at least nine years in prison. In November 2023, Relli testified, claiming the incident was an "ambush," adding:
"But I would never be scared of Rocky ... We knew each other for years. I'm not scared of him."
That incident was not the first time A$AP Rocky found himself in trouble. He was arrested in 2019 after a sprawling altercation in Stockholm, Sweden.
In court, he asserted he had acted in the interests of self-defense, but he was found guilty, and he faced one month in a detention center.
In 2015, a brawl with his manager became news, and in 2013, he made headlines for allegedly slapping a woman at a music festival in Sydney, Australia.
However, the alleged victim of the music festival incident (Lisamarie Wade) failed to appear in court for a hearing, electing to file a subsequent lawsuit – which was settled out of court in 2015.
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Oscar Season, Part OneWealth On The Red Carpet: The Oscars' 'Best Actor' Nominees, Ranked By Net Worth
Ahead of the Oscars, let's take a look at this year's "Best Actor" nominees, their net worths, and who is favored to win.A$AP Rocky was allegedly involved in incidents of larceny, as well as several minor instances of misconduct in 2012 and 2013.
But now, this once reckless young star is now a father of two young children, and the world is witnessing his potential and newfound maturity.
Rihanna is also considered to be a driving positive force behind her partner's drastic change.
Rihanna acknowledged the evolution of A$AP Rocky while talking to Access Hollywood, and said of Rocky:
"I love him differently as a dad. This is major, major ... it’s a turn on. It’s just like, wow. What a leader, what a great, patient, loving, and my kids are obsessed with him."
Melodies Of Love: Rihanna And A$AP Rocky's Harmonious Connection
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were friends at first, before romantic love developed between them.
In 2011, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky collaborated on the super-hit song "Cockiness.
During that time, A$AP Rocky was dating Iggy Azalea, while Rihanna, who had broken up with Matt Kemp in 2010, was single.
At this point, they had no idea they would eventually fall in love with one another, and bring two adorable babies into the world together.
In 2013, their paths crossed again for the song "Fashion Killa":
Due to their tangible chemistry, rumors that they were dating followed like clockwork, spreading on the internet and gossip sites.
But A$AP Rocky was officially dating Victoria's Secret model Chanel Iman – and he would go on to engage in a few more relationships before getting together with Rihanna.
After a split with Tahiry Rose, who dated A$AP Rocky from 2014 to 2017, he had a brief relationship with Sophie Brussaux, who is now mother to Drake's son Adonis.
Rocky then dated Kardashian-Jenner sister Kendall Jenner for a year.
In 2020, a new spate of rumors started, suggesting once more that Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were seeing each other.
At that time, Rihanna was dating billionaire Saudi businessman Hassan Jameel, but they called it quits in 2020.
In 2021, Grammy nominee A$AP Rocky openly admitted that Rihanna was "The One," and he called her his "lady," and the love of his life.
Finally, after seven years of waffling and speculation, the two meant-to-be lovebirds were officially an item:
In July 2021, Rocky gushed about their relationship in a candid interview with GQ, and the magazine's coverage suggested the outcome was worth the wait for the couple:
"Rocky knows he probably shouldn't talk about Rihanna, the triple-A-list pop star, wildly successful fashion and beauty entrepreneur, and Category 5 cultural hurricane, but he can't help himself.
"As soon as I bring her up, he starts beaming like a teenager whose crush just accepted his prom invite. I could practically hear the angels singing. 'The love of my life,' he calls her. 'My lady.'"
Now, they are settled, creating their own love nest, and their two young children are strengthening their bond even more.
Oscar Season, Part TwoLights, Camera, Fortune: The Oscars' 'Best Actress' Nominees, Ranked By Net Worth
While we wait for the Oscars, let's take a look at this year's "Best Actress" nominees, their net worths, and who is favored to win.Rihanna: The Pivotal Force Behind A$AP Rocky's Net Worth
Despite hard times and a looming jail sentence, Rihanna always stands beside her partner.
Not only does Rihanna make A$AP Rocky a better person, but she is also the reason A$AP Rocky is serious about making some serious money.
Rihanna's net worth stands at a staggering $1.4 billion, and it is tracked in real time by Forbes. She is the wealthiest female musician of all time, and her business acumen is well documented and known.
Before dating Rihanna, A$AP Rocky's net worth was estimated at just $10 million ... although he did make Forbes list of highest-paid hip-hop acts in 2016, coming in thirteenth place.
In 2024, A$AP Rocky's net worth is estimated to stand at $23.2 million, a significant jump in a scant few years.
The two-time BET Hip Hop Award winner was able to accumulate $10 million in the initial nine years of his career, but he more than doubled his net worth in just three years.
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Rihanna Is Really High Up On The List!The Richest Musicians In The World, As Of 2024
The music industry can be lucrative, and these are the richest musicians in the world today, ranked by net worth.There is a strong chance his wealthy partner bestowed some financial wisdom upon A$AP Rocky, and now he is taking huge financial leaps.
A$AP Rocky is making music, getting millions of views and sales, earning millions through his music.
The most in-demand rapper is also producing and writing songs to earn money:
A$AP Rocky toured frequently in 2022 and 2023, adding further millions to his net worth.
There were reports of private events where A$AP charged between $100,000 and $200,000 per appearance, in line with estimates of his booking rates.
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Let's take a look at how these successful rappers earned their money, and how much their performances cost producers.In addition to his lucrative musical endeavors, A$AP Rocky also endorsed major brands like Adidas, Beats By Dre, Alexander Wang, and Bottega Veneta.
Like Kanye West (another Kardashian ex) A$AP Rocky is into the shoe game, designing styles for Under Armour, and collaborating with designers like Amina Muaddi to bring in additional income.
Fashion forward A$AP Rocky founded a creative agency by the name of AWGE (ASAP Worldwide Global Entertainment), which helps creators in different fields to showcase their talents.
Perhaps it was Rihanna's advice that led A$AP Rocky to invest his money in the $31 billion company Klarna in 2021, even becoming CEO of the billion-dollar company for a day.
A$AP Rocky's net worth is skyrocketing in 2024, and he is now focused on his music, making wise investment decisions, collaborating, and touring frequently, largely credited to the grounding influence of Rihanna – hinting that it's true the right "one woman" can mend the ways of men.
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