A$AP Rocky has officially announced that his highly anticipated album, Don’t Be Dumb, is in the final stages of production, with mixing and mastering currently underway. This confirmation has reignited excitement among fans eagerly awaiting the rapper’s first full-length project since 2018’s Testing.
The album includes A$AP Rocky’s artistic evolution over the past six years. Rocky has hinted at addressing societal issues and personal reflections. One track, reportedly titled “Shroom Cloud,” explores war and global survival, signaling a more contemplative tone.
Rocky has enlisted an impressive roster of collaborators for Don’t Be Dumb. Producers such as Pharrell Williams, Metro Boomin, and The Alchemist have contributed to the project. A$AP Rocky has taken a unique approach to promoting Don’t Be Dumb. During Paris Fashion Week in June 2024, he integrated the album’s title into his AWGE runway collection.
LEAKS & SAMPLE CLEARANCES ARE DISRUPTING THE ALBUM. ITS BEEN 6 YEARS & I WANNA MAKE THE BEST ALBUM EVER. IM SORRY FOR THE WAIT. https://t.co/rA0Z9u66Sy
— LORD FLACKO JODYE II (@asvpxrocky) August 22, 2024
The road to Don’t Be Dumb hasn’t been without challenges. A$AP Rocky revealed that leaks have been a persistent issue throughout the album’s production. “They leak my music, and I get over it,” he said in a recent interview. Despite these setbacks, Rocky has remained focused on delivering what he describes as his “best album ever.”
Although no official release date has been announced following the delays, industry insiders speculate that Don’t Be Dumb could drop in early 2025. With its star-studded collaborations, introspective themes, and innovative production, the album is poised to be one of A$AP Rocky’s most ambitious projects yet.
