ASAP Rocky stirred controversy during his "Don't Be Dumb" tour stop in Phoenix earlier this week after making remarks that some fans have labelled disrespectful toward women. The rapper, who has been in a relationship with superstar Rihanna since 2019, told the crowd: "Thank god y’all didn’t know me when I was single ‘cause I would have fcckk the shhtt out of you if you was pretty." The audience responded with loud cheers, seemingly taking the comment as playful banter. However, online reactions were more divided, with some Rihanna fans criticising the statement as inappropriate and disrespectful.
Online Reactions and Fan Backlash
Netizens on social media expressed mixed opinions. User pretty_doness commented: "This is why Rihanna refers to him as her 'baby daddy' – she can’t afford to lose her wealth via divorce, why she won’t marry him. But I didn’t hear him saying what this blogger mentioned, he only appreciated those ladies and went along singing, unless I am tripping." Another user, uzomamaka_amerndarl, said: "Men must be men even when married!" Others like jessymara_ asked: "No be men again?" while olayimartha quipped: "You go hear am when you reach house." Some defended Rocky, with chimamanda______ stating: "Am I the only one who doesn't find fault in the video?"
Context of Rocky's Relationship with Rihanna
Rocky appeared to be reminiscing about his past lifestyle, saying he would want to get "freaky between the sheets" with some in the crowd before he got tied down. The couple, who share three children – sons RZA and Riot, and daughter Rocki – have been seen supporting each other publicly. Rihanna attended the opening night of Rocky’s tour earlier this year, though she was not present at the Phoenix show.
Rocky's Mother Wanted Him with Rihanna
In a previous interview with The New York Times, Rocky disclosed that long before he and Rihanna began dating, his mother was already rooting for them to end up together. According to him, his mom repeatedly hinted that the Barbados-born singer was the woman she wanted for her son, even when he was dating other people. "Rihanna has always been my boo. I always messed with her," he said. He explained that his mother was convinced Rihanna was the right partner, to the point of urging him to rethink his relationships at the time. "My mother used to say, ‘I know you like this girl that you are with right now, but I want you with Riri,’" he recounted. At the time, Rocky insisted Rihanna was nothing more than a friend. His mother, however, saw something else. "She would insist that Rihanna is a real one and that I should go for her. I’m telling you, mothers know best," he added.
Timing and Readiness for the Relationship
A$AP Rocky also opened up about why they didn’t get together earlier, despite knowing each other for years. The rapper said timing played a major role, admitting he wasn’t mature enough for the type of relationship they share now. He stated: "At any time before this, I don’t think I was ready for something like that. I don’t think she was, either." Rocky described their eventual relationship as something that unfolded naturally, without pressure, and at a moment when both of them were prepared emotionally and mentally. Today, the couple share three children together and remain one of Hollywood’s most adored families.
Rihanna's Yoruba Language Lesson
In related news, Legit.ng recalls that Rihanna was seen learning to speak the Yoruba language to the joy of fans. UK-based makeup artist Damilola Adejonwo, aka Senorfenty, posted a video on Instagram trying to get the international music star to learn his language. In the clip, Rihanna was with Senorfenty at the Fenty event when he was heard instructing the music star on how to say "Mo wa pa", which means "I’m fine".
Rihanna Meets Ayra Starr in London
Legit.ng earlier reported that Ayra Starr met with Rihanna in London. The MAVIN Records signee was at the Fenty show in London. A video of their interaction went viral online. In the trending clip, Ayra could not hide her excitement as she chatted with Rihanna. She went on to disclose how Rihanna’s country, Barbados, was her favourite place to be in the world. In response, the Fenty boss went on to explain how she got to know about the 21-year-old Nigerian singer.
