A$AP Rocky fans will have to wait a little longer for his much-anticipated album Don’t Be Dumb. Originally set for release on August 30, the album’s debut has been pushed into the autumn, according to a new Billboard profile and confirmed by Rocky’s representatives to Pitchfork. The follow-up to his 2018 album Testing has been eagerly awaited, and the delay adds to the anticipation for what promises to be a star-studded project.
To tide fans over, Rocky has dropped the music video for his recent track “Highjack,” a collaboration with folk singer Jessica Pratt. The stylish black-and-white visual captures the mood of the track, blending Rocky’s signature flair with Pratt’s ethereal vocals. The video continues Rocky’s tradition of pushing the boundaries of hip-hop visuals, offering a glimpse into the aesthetic direction of his upcoming album.
Don’t Be Dumb is set to feature an impressive lineup of collaborators, including Tyler, the Creator, Pharrell Williams, Mike Dean, Hitkidd, Madlib, and Metro Boomin. One of the most intriguing aspects of the album is the rumored contribution from Morrissey, the former Smiths frontman, which has been speculated since 2021. With such a diverse array of talent involved, the album is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about releases of the year.
While the delay is disappointing for fans, the release of “Highjack” and its accompanying video provides a tantalizing preview of what’s to come. As we move into the autumn, all eyes will be on A$AP Rocky to deliver an album that lives up to the growing anticipation.
