A$AP Rocky
Biography
Rakim Athelaston Mayers, known professionally as ASAP Rocky, is an American rapper, music producer, and record executive. Born on October 3, 1988, in Harlem, New York, United States, he is male and has 42 known acting credits in the database. He began his musical career as a member of the hip hop collective ASAP Mob, adopting his moniker from the group. His single Peso was leaked online in August 2011 and received radio airplay within weeks, followed later that year by his critically acclaimed debut mixtape Live. Love. A$AP. This breakout project led to a joint venture record deal with Polo Grounds Music, RCA Records, and Sony Music Entertainment. He is also known by the names ASAP Rocky, Rakim Mayers, and Rakim Athelston Maye.
Career overview
Rakim Athelaston Mayers, known professionally as ASAP Rocky, is an American rapper, music producer, and record executive. Born and raised in Harlem, New York, on October 3, 1988, he began his musical career as a member of the hip hop collective ASAP Mob, which is where he adopted his moniker.
In August 2011, his single titled Peso was leaked online and began receiving radio airplay within weeks. Later that year, Rocky released his debut mixtape titled Live. Love. A$AP to widespread critical acclaim. This breakout project led to a joint venture record deal with Polo Grounds Music, RCA Records, and Sony Music Entertainment.
As an active figure in the entertainment industry, his biographical profile on the Movie Database records 42 known credits under acting. Throughout his career, he has been recognized under various alternative names including ASAP Rocky, Rakim Mayers, and Rakim Athelston Maye.
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Full Filmography
49 titles- Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes 2026 : Le concert événement (2026) as Self - Guest
- A$AP Rocky Songline (2026) as Self
- Highest 2 Lowest (2025) as Yung Felon
- Highest 2 Lowest (2025) Songs
- If I Had Legs I'd Kick You (2025) as James
- In Whose Name? (2025) as Self
- Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes 2024 : Le concert événement (2024) as Self - Guest
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) Songs
- B.I.B.L.E. - The Documentary (2022) as Self
- F9 (2021) Songs
- Monster (2021) as William King
- A Man Named Scott (2021) as Self
- Stockholm Syndrome (2021) as Self
- Have a Good Trip: Adventures in Psychedelics (2020) as Self
- LA Originals (2020) as Self
- 500 Days in UCLA (Cut Footage Documentary) (2020) as Self (archive footage)
- Untold Stories of Hip Hop (2019) as Self
- Uncle Drew (2018) Songs
- AWGE DVD: Volume 3 (2018) as Self
- AWGE DVD: Volume 2 (2018) as Self
- AWGE DVD: Volume 2 (2018) Executive Producer
- AWGE DVD: Volume 2 (2018) Director
- Bright (2017) Songs
- Frank Ocean Full Concert FYF Fest 2017 (2017) as Attendee
- Cherry Bomb: The Documentary (2017) as Self
- AWGE DVD: Volume 1 (2017) as Self
- Zoolander 2 (2016) as A$AP Rocky
- Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016) as Rakim Mayers
- Money Man (2016)
- Money Man (2016) Director
- Dope (2015) as Dom
- Fresh Dressed (2015) as Self
- Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014) as Self - Guest
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self - Guest
- Divergent (2014) Songs
- SVDDXNLY (2014) as Self
- SVDDXNLY (2014) Executive Producer
- A$AP Rocky & A$AP Ferg - Live at The Hordern Pavilion (2013) as Self
- Comedy Bang! Bang! (2012) as Self
- The Eric Andre Show (2012) as Self
- National Anthem (2012) as John F. Kennedy
- Ridiculousness (2011) as Self
- BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge (2010) as Self
- Keeping Up with the Kardashians (2007) as Self
- MTV Video Music Awards (1984) as Self
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Cameo (uncredited)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Musical Guest
- American Music Awards (1974) as Self - Musical Guest
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Audience Member
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is A$AP Rocky best known for?
A$AP Rocky is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Highest 2 Lowest (2025), Highest 2 Lowest (2025), If I Had Legs I'd Kick You (2025), In Whose Name? (2025).
When and where was A$AP Rocky born?
A$AP Rocky was born on October 3, 1988 in Harlem, New York, USA.
How many credits does A$AP Rocky have?
A$AP Rocky has accumulated over 49 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 2026.
What is A$AP Rocky's background in cinema and television?
Rakim Athelaston Mayers, known professionally as ASAP Rocky, is an American rapper, music producer, and record executive. Born on October 3, 1988, in Harlem, New York, United States, he is male and has 42 known acting credits in the database. He began his musical career as a member of the hip hop collective ASAP Mob, a...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- National Anthem (2012) as John F. Kennedy — aged about 23
- American Music Awards (1974) as Self - Musical Guest — aged about 14
- The Eric Andre Show (2012) as Self — aged about 23
- MTV Video Music Awards (1984) as Self — aged about 4
- Keeping Up with the Kardashians (2007) as Self — aged about 18
- In Whose Name? (2025) as Self — aged about 36
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