A$AP Rocky, the Harlem-born rapper whose slick rhymes and high-fashion hustle made him a global icon, has found his ultimate role: Super-dad to his and Rihanna’s growing brood. At 37, the artist born Rakim Athelaston Mayers is juggling three kids—sons RZA (3), Riot Rose (2), and newborn daughter Rocki, welcomed in early 2025—with a cool that’s got fans dubbing him the “Dad Swag King.” From matching Loewe fits with his boys to beachside bonding in Barbados, Rocky’s hands-on parenting alongside pop titan Rihanna, 38, is stealing the spotlight, proving family life can be just as fly as their red-carpet legacy.

Rocky’s fatherhood glow-up has been a 2025 highlight, especially after a year packed with career wins and legal battles. Fresh off his critically acclaimed album Don’t Be Dumb, which dropped in August and hit No. 2 on the Billboard 200, the rapper’s been open about how his kids fuel his hustle. “I’m the greatest dad in the whole wide world,” he declared in a September interview with Complex, grinning as he described RZA’s obsession with his old tour merch and Riot’s knack for mimicking his dance moves. Social media’s eating it up: Clips of Rocky pushing a double stroller in NYC, decked in Gucci shades and a tracksuit, or cradling baby Rocki in a custom Fenty blanket have racked up millions of views, with fans crowning him a “fatherhood fashion icon.”

The family’s chemistry shines brightest in candid moments. This summer, the crew—Rihanna, Rocky, and their three tots—jetted to Barbados for a sun-soaked getaway that turned heads. Paparazzi snaps caught Rocky and RZA twinning in tiny yellow swim trunks, building sandcastles, while Riot toddled nearby in a mini version of his dad’s signature bucket hat. Rihanna, glowing post-Rocki’s birth, posted a rare Instagram carousel of the fam, captioning it: “My heart’s full 🇧🇧.” One standout shot—Rocky tossing Riot in the air as RZA giggled—sparked a viral X thread, with users gushing, “This man makes dad life look like a music video.” The trip wasn’t just vibes; it doubled as a nod to Rihanna’s roots, with the couple reportedly eyeing a kid-friendly compound on the island for future escapes.

Rocky’s dad game isn’t just for the ‘Gram. Insiders say he’s all-in at home, splitting diaper duties and bedtime stories at the couple’s $14 million Beverly Hills mansion. A September TikTok from Rihanna showed him teaching RZA to rap along to A$AP Mob’s 2011 hit “Peso,” the toddler’s off-key flow sending fans into a frenzy. “He’s got bars already!” one commenter wrote, while another noted Rocky’s knack for making fatherhood “cool without trying.” The rapper’s even leaned into kid-friendly fashion, collaborating with Rihanna’s Fenty Kids line to drop pint-sized bomber jackets and sneakers that mirror his AWGE brand’s aesthetic. RZA and Riot rocked the gear at a September LA pop-up, strutting in mini leather jackets and oversized tees that screamed Rocky’s DNA.

This family-first flex comes amid a rollercoaster year. Rocky’s Don’t Be Dumb, his first full-length project since 2018’s Testing, arrived after delays tied to a high-profile legal saga. In 2024, he faced trial for a 2021 shooting involving former friend A$AP Relli, who alleged Rocky fired at him during a Hollywood dispute. Rocky pleaded not guilty, claiming self-defense; a judge convicted him on one count of assault with a firearm in August 2024, handing down a suspended sentence and two years’ probation. The ordeal kept him in LA courtrooms while Rihanna held down their home front, but sources say the kids were his anchor. “Every night, I’d come home to them, and it’s like the world didn’t exist,” he told Rolling Stone post-verdict, crediting RZA’s bear hugs for keeping him grounded.

Rihanna and Rocky’s partnership—sparked in 2019 after years of flirty collabs—has evolved into a powerhouse. Since RZA’s birth in May 2022, followed by Riot in August 2023 and Rocki in January 2025, they’ve balanced dueling empires: Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty raked in $1.4 billion last year, while Rocky’s AWGE creative agency and music ventures keep him booked. Yet, they prioritize family. A July 2025 Vogue cover story detailed their routine: Morning dance parties to Bob Marley (RZA’s pick), craft time with Riot gluing glitter everywhere, and Rocky reading Rocki to sleep with Dr. Seuss. “We’re not perfect, but we’re real,” Rihanna said, laughing about Rocky’s failed attempt at braiding RZA’s curls.

The kids are already mini-influencers. RZA, named after Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA, made waves at Paris Fashion Week in February, toddling down a kids’ runway in a Dior onesie, while Riot’s debut in a Fenty Kids ad—rocking a denim jacket with his dad’s face printed on it—broke the internet. Baby Rocki, barely nine months, already has a cult following after Rihanna posted her in a custom pink Fenty beanie, those big brown eyes sparking “future star” memes. Fashion insiders predict the trio could front major campaigns by 2026, with brands like Gucci and Balmain circling.

Rocky’s hands-on vibe sets him apart in a celeb world where nannies often dominate. He’s been spotted solo at RZA’s preschool drop-off in Tribeca, chatting with other dads, and took Riot to a Brooklyn skate park last month, teaching him to balance on a tiny board. “Fatherhood’s my best project yet,” he told GQ, describing how he swapped late-night studio sessions for early mornings with Peppa Pig. Experts applaud the approach. “High-profile dads like Rocky normalize active parenting,” says Dr. Marcus Bright, a family sociologist. “It’s not just optics—it’s modeling balance for a generation.”

Still, it’s not all smooth. Tabloids have buzzed about Rocky and Rihanna’s “open relationship” rumors, fueled by their separate travel schedules—her in Paris for Fenty, him in Tokyo for AWGE pop-ups. Both shut it down, with Rihanna tweeting in June: “We good, y’all nosy.” The couple’s also faced scrutiny over their kids’ high-profile exposure, with some X users arguing it’s “too much too soon.” Rocky clapped back in a podcast, saying, “My kids ain’t hiding—they’re born to shine.”

As Rocky preps for a 2026 world tour and Rihanna teases new music, their family’s the real headliner. A September clip of Rocky and RZA vibing to Don’t Be Dumb’s lead single “Tailor Swif” at a SoHo listening party went viral, with the toddler’s head-bobbing earning a shoutout from collaborator Travis Scott. Meanwhile, Rihanna’s been spotted sketching Fenty designs inspired by Rocki’s baby wardrobe. With a $1.7 billion net worth between them, the couple’s building a dynasty—but it’s the small moments, like Rocky carrying a sleeping Riot through LAX, that keep fans hooked.

On X, the “A$AP Dad” hashtag trends weekly, with montages of him baby-wearing Rocki or high-fiving RZA at basketball games. As one fan put it: “Rocky’s out here proving you can be a boss and a bottle-warmer.” With the family reportedly eyeing a London move for 2026 to tap into Europe’s fashion scene, expect more of this stylish clan. For now, Rocky’s living his truth: Mic in one hand, sippy cup in the other, making fatherhood the ultimate flex.