A$AP Rocky has released a new single entitled ‘Highjack’, which features Jessica Pratt on backing vocals. Rocky co-produced the track with Hitkidd, Zach Fogarty, Greg Kurstin, Jordan Patrick, and Rex Kudo. During an interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, Rocky revealed that he enjoys collaborating with alternative sounds, stating, “I love just different sounds and whatnot. [Jessica Pratt] kind of gave me this kind of Portishead meets Stevie Nicks vibe a little bit.” Rocky also added that he worked with Jon Batiste on this track to make it feel soulful.
Rocky hinted at future collaborations with a variety of artists including Fatman Scoop, Flavor Flav, Slick Rick, Morrissey, and Busta Rhymes for an upcoming track titled ‘Hood Happy’. The rapper promised that this upcoming collaboration is “coming soon”. The article also mentions that Rocky’s new album, ‘Don’t Be Dumb’, is set to be released on August 30th. The album is now available for pre-saving and pre-ordering. The NFR Podcast has reported that ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ will include features from Tyler, The Creator, Metro Boomin, Madlib, Pharrell Williams, Swedish House Mafia, The Alchemist, Clams Casino, Mike Dean, and more.
There is also speculation that Rocky will respond to Drake’s disses on the new album. On Hot 97, DJ Kast One mentioned that he had heard Rocky addressing several topics that are currently making headlines, and that the list of subjects “keeps going on strong.” Rocky has kept fans excited with his new releases, enticing collaborations, and hints at future projects
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