Making a Statement Amidst Hip-Hop’s Big Three Rivalry
A$AP Rocky made waves at Rolling Loud California this past weekend by unveiling a new song that boldly addresses the long-standing rivalry between Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and J. Cole. Perched dramatically on the edge of a helicopter, the Harlem-born rapper delivered a fiery performance that cemented his stance on the so-called “Big Three” of hip-hop.
“I ain’t on J. Cole’s, I ain’t on Drake’s, I ain’t on Kendrick’s side / I choose homicide, they gon’ see a different side,” he rapped, making it clear that he refuses to align with any of them.
Beyond the industry feud, Rocky also took aim at A$AP Relli, a former associate from A$AP Mob, who had previously sued him over a 2021 incident—a case that Relli ultimately lost. Rocky dismissed him with biting lyrics:
“N-ggas do the most when they irrelevant / Claiming A$AP, but we were never friends.”
New Music and Album Speculation
Alongside this bold track, Rocky treated fans to several new songs, collaborating with top producers Metro Boomin and BossMan Dlow. However, he remained elusive about whether these tracks would appear on his long-awaited album, Don’t Be Dumb.
Rocky has been teasing the album for some time. In a recent GQ interview, he confirmed it is in its final stages:
“I’m in the mixing and mastering realm of it… The album’s done. I just want to drop it.”
Tensions With Drake Resurface
Rocky’s history with Drake has long been a subject of speculation, especially regarding past rumors about Rihanna’s alleged involvement with the Canadian rapper. Their tensions escalated when Drake seemingly dissed Rocky and Rihanna in his 2023 song Fear of Heights, prompting Rocky to respond in tracks like Highjack.
Despite this, Rocky has downplayed the beef in interviews:
“Certain n-ggas was throwing shots for years. I ain’t in the middle of that shit. That’s not how I retaliate right now.”
He further emphasized that real-world problems outweigh rap feuds:
“I got bigger fish to fry than some pussy boys. It is real beef outside… That little kitty shit ain’t about nothing.”
What’s Next for A$AP Rocky?
With Don’t Be Dumb seemingly on the horizon, fans are eagerly awaiting Rocky’s next move. Will this latest track spark a response from Drake, Kendrick, or J. Cole? Will Rocky’s new album finally arrive after years of anticipation? One thing is certain—he’s making sure the world is watching.
