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A$AP Rocky, Rihanna's son RZA meets Wu-Tang legend
29 Apr
Summary
- A$AP Rocky named his son RZA after the Wu-Tang Clan producer.
- RZA expressed it was an honor to have his name passed on.
- RZA has recently been promoting his new film and upcoming Rock Hall induction.
Rapper A$AP Rocky, whose son is named RZA after the Wu-Tang Clan producer, recently connected with the icon via FaceTime. Rocky explained his reasoning for the name, stating, 'I'm named after one of the greatest rappers [Rakim], and my son, he's named after one of the greatest producers and artists. So we had to carry on tradition.'
RZA shared his feelings on the name, calling it an 'honor' and a 'title.' He expressed his well wishes for the child, stating, 'All praises due to Allah that every letter of that word resonates in your young God and he shines that light on the word.' Rocky appreciated the blessing and expressed hope that his son would meet the Wu-Tang leader.
Rihanna gave birth to RZA Athelaston Mayers on May 19, 2022. The couple has since welcomed two more children: son Riot on August 1, 2023, and daughter Rocki on September 13, 2025. RZA is currently promoting his upcoming film 'One Spoon of Chocolate,' set for U.S. theatrical release on Friday, May 1. This fall, he will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with the Wu-Tang Clan as part of the Class of 2026.
