A$AP Rocky Releases Helicopter Single, Album Due January 16

A$AP Rocky released his new single "Helicopter" on January 12, 2026, along with a visually striking music video, building anticipation for his long-awaited fourth studio album, "Don't Be Dumb," set for Friday, January 16, via A$AP Worldwide and RCA Records.

The track, co-written by Rocky and Kelvin Krash and co-produced with Soufien 3000, features trap-infused beats and an atmospheric, nostalgic vibe. Rocky delivers confident lyrics that nod to early 2000s hip-hop influences, including a reference to North Carolina rapper Petey Pablo's 2001 hit "Raise Up." Lines like "Take my white tee off, spin it like a helicopter" and mentions of brands such as Puma and Gap underscore his signature blend of bravado and cultural callbacks. The song arrives as Rocky's second single of the year, following the indie rock-tinged "Punk Rocky," which debuted on January 5 with a video featuring actress Winona Ryder, composer Danny Elfman, multi-instrumentalist Thundercat, and rapper A$AP Nast.

Directed by Rocky and Dan Streit, the "Helicopter" video employs 3D-rendered animation to create a chaotic, high-energy narrative reminiscent of early Grand Theft Auto video games. It prominently showcases the...