A$AP Rocky is embracing fatherhood with full enthusiasm, and he’s not shy about sharing his newfound “dad swag.” In an interview with Vogue published on April 15, the 36-year-old rapper, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, opened up about how becoming a father has transformed his lifestyle and priorities.
Since the birth of his son with Rihanna, A$AP Rocky has found joy in making small but meaningful changes to his routine. “I could justify doing things, like not going to the club or just leaving after five minutes, and s–t like that,” he shared with a chuckle. The rapper explained that fatherhood has given him an excuse to embrace a more relaxed and laid-back life.
He humorously added, “I act tired and I don’t even be tired. I’m like, ‘Oh my back hurt, let me sit down.’ Dad swag on full. They can’t f–k with me, man.” It’s clear that A$AP Rocky is thoroughly enjoying his role as a father, with a noticeable shift toward appreciating the quieter moments of life.
Rocky’s “dad swag” is more than just a joke—it’s a badge of honor for him. “I think becoming a father helped me just get my dad swag bag. I’m really on that. That’s what I do. I’m on that dad swag. I love it,” he explained with a grin.
With two young boys at home—3-year-old RZA and 21-month-old Riot—A$AP Rocky is witnessing their individual personalities develop in real-time. “The older one, he stays to himself—he likes his books,” Rocky revealed. As for Riot, his younger brother? “He likes to take stuff from his brother so his brother can chase him.”
From dad jokes to bedtime stories and sibling antics, A$AP Rocky is not just adjusting to fatherhood—he’s thriving in it. His journey into fatherhood seems to have sparked a fresh sense of fulfillment, and it’s clear that he’s relishing every moment of it.
