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A$AP Rocky Releases ‘Don’t Be Dumb,’ A Visual‑Minded, Genre‑Hopping Return Marked by High‑Profile Credits and Noted Drake Shots

Early listens are split, highlighting a perceived Drake diss on “Stole Ya Flow.”

Overview

  • The album is out now after years of delays, marking Rocky’s first full-length since 2018’s Testing.
  • Credits confirm an eclectic roster including Doechii, Tyler, the Creator, GorillazDamon Albarn, Brent Faiyaz, Jon Batiste, Thundercat, Westside Gunn and will.i.am.
  • Tim Burton designed the cover art, and Danny Elfman holds a production credit on “Stole Ya Flow.”
  • Multiple outlets identify bars on “Stole Ya Flow” as aimed at Drake; asked on the New York Times’ Popcast, Rocky said, “I think we all know,” later adding the song is for “whoever feels like it’s about them.”
  • Initial reaction is divided, with some praising cuts like “Whiskey (Release Me)” and the title track while others criticize aggressive tracks such as “STFU,” as fans also discuss the album’s cross‑genre approach and recent videos for “Punk Rocky” and “Helicopter$.”