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A$AP Rocky Unveils Tim Burton–Credited Cover as ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ Rollout Accelerates

Pre-save links signal an imminent, visually driven album Rocky calls a “movie,” featuring score work from Danny Elfman.

Overview

  • Rocky posted the official artwork and thanked Tim Burton for helping him “make this movie,” telling fans the project is “coming soon.”
  • Pre-save links for Don’t Be Dumb appeared on streaming platforms after the reveal, providing the clearest release signal to date.
  • A Jan. 16 drop is being reported based on media coverage and Rocky’s earlier “01162026” hoodie, though no firm date has been officially confirmed.
  • Rihanna publicly cheered the announcement in his comments, joined by music peers including Pusha T and Ty Dolla $ign.
  • Rocky has attributed past delays to leaks and clearance issues, and he has cited contributors such as Danny Elfman, Metro Boomin and The Alchemist.