Rihanna, the global pop sensation and Fenty empire founder, has once again put her heart on full display, this time showering her longtime partner A$AP Rocky with praise for his prowess as a father. In a candid new interview, the 37-year-old singer described Rocky as a “phenomenal” parent and her “ultimate teammate” in navigating the joys and chaos of raising their three young children. The comments, which come amid their expanding family life, highlight the couple’s deep bond and mutual admiration, offering a rare glimpse into their private world as parents.

Speaking to People magazine in a wide-ranging conversation about life post-baby number three, Rihanna didn’t hold back. “The greatest thing about him is seeing him be a dad,” she said, her voice brimming with affection. “He’s patient, loving, and so present—it’s a major turn-on, honestly. We’re in this together, like true teammates. He makes me feel seen and supported every step of the way.” She went on to joke about the slight downside: her sons’ fierce loyalty to their father sometimes leaves her feeling like “the extra” in their boys’ club dynamic. “RZA and Riot are obsessed with him—they light up when he’s around. It’s beautiful, but yeah, it annoys me a little when I’m sidelined,” Rihanna laughed. “Rocki [their newborn daughter] might tip the scales back in my favor, though.”

The Barbados-born superstar’s words echo sentiments she’s shared before, but they hit even harder now, just weeks after welcoming their third child, daughter Rocki Irish Mayers, on September 13, 2025. Rihanna announced the arrival on Instagram with a tender photo of herself cradling the bundled infant, wrapped in a soft pink blanket, alongside a pair of tiny pink boxing gloves tied with ribbons—a nod to the couple’s shared love for bold, stylish flair. The post, captioned simply “Rocki Irish Mayers, Sept 13 2025,” racked up millions of likes and congratulatory messages from fans and fellow celebs alike.

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky—real name Rakim Athelaston Mayers—first sparked romance rumors in 2018 after years of friendship and flirtation in the music world. They went public in 2021, with Rocky calling her “the love of my life” in a GQ profile that same year. Their relationship has been a masterclass in low-key glamour: red-carpet power couple moments at events like the Met Gala, where they’ve turned heads with coordinated high-fashion looks, balanced against quiet family outings in New York and Barbados. But it’s their commitment to parenthood that has truly defined them in recent years.

The couple’s family tree started growing in 2022 with the birth of their first son, RZA Athelston Mayers, named after the Wu-Tang Clan producer. Rihanna stunned the world by revealing her pregnancy during a Super Bowl halftime performance in February that year, rocking a sheer ensemble that showcased her baby bump unapologetically. “It was the perfect moment to share our joy,” she later reflected in an Interview magazine sit-down. RZA’s arrival marked a turning point for both parents. Rocky, then 33, told Complex magazine that fatherhood was their “best creation so far,” crediting it with sharpening his priorities and infusing his music with deeper themes of balance and gratitude.

Riot Rose Mayers followed in August 2023, adding another bundle of energy to their household. Rihanna has described the toddler as a spirited chaser—always swiping toys from big brother RZA to spark playful pursuits—while RZA, now 3, is the introspective type who prefers curling up with books. Through it all, Rihanna has been vocal about how Rocky’s hands-on approach has transformed her view of him. “Loving him differently now that he’s a dad—it’s next level,” she told the New York Post in 2023. “He’s great, patient, loving… and the kids are obsessed.” In her latest comments, she doubled down, emphasizing the teamwork aspect: “Parenthood is epic, but it’s his energy that makes it feel effortless. We’re building this legacy together.”

Rocky, for his part, reciprocates the glow-up in spades. In a September 2025 W magazine feature, the 36-year-old rapper hailed Rihanna as a “great mom” while cheekily dubbing himself “the greatest dad in the whole wide world.” He opened up about how becoming a father twice over (now thrice) has reshaped his artistry, weaving tales of work-family juggle into tracks on his upcoming album. “Once you’re a parent, you embody it—no matter what,” he said. “Coming home to heaven every day? God is good.” The Harlem native, known for hits like “F**kin’ Problems” and his influential fashion line AWGE, has long balanced street cred with sophistication, but fatherhood seems to have softened his edges without dulling his edge.

Their story isn’t without its headlines. Just last year, Rocky faced legal heat after a 2021 Hollywood shooting incident, but he was cleared of all charges in late 2024, avoiding up to 24 years behind bars—a relief that allowed the family to focus on brighter chapters. Rihanna stood by him fiercely through the ordeal, posting cryptic but supportive messages on social media. Now, with Rocki in the mix, the couple appears more united than ever, channeling their experiences into creative outlets. Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty brands continue to dominate, while Rocky gears up for a 2026 tour tied to his long-awaited project Don’t Be Dumb.

Fans have eaten up these peeks into the Ri-Rocky domestic bliss, flooding comment sections with heart emojis and memes about “couple goals.” One viral TikTok stitched Rihanna’s latest clip with clips of Rocky wrangling the boys at parks, captioned “When bae levels up as daddy 😍.” It’s a far cry from their wild-child days—Rihanna’s Anti era tours and Rocky’s A$AP Mob cyphers—but one that resonates in an age when celebrity parenting feels increasingly relatable.

As Rihanna puts it, “When someone sees you completely, believes in you, and thinks you’re worthy of being the mother of their kids—it’s a great feeling.” For a pair who’s built empires on beats and beauty, it’s clear their greatest hit is the family they’ve created. With three under four and counting, expect more unfiltered gems from this powerhouse duo—because if there’s one thing Rihanna and A$AP Rocky do best, it’s keeping it real.