A$AP Rocky has pulled the plug on a planned Reddit AMA as tensions flare during the final stretch of his album rollout. On January 12, the Harlem rapper took aim at moderators of his official Reddit account, citing frustration with Reddit’s moderation practices ahead of the release of his long-awaited album, Don’t Be Dumb, due Friday, Jan. 16.
Rocky announced the decision in a bluntly titled post: “Was gon do AMA, Fuk It now!”
According to the rapper, the AMA had been scheduled as a way to connect directly with fans, but the plan fell apart after disagreements with subreddit moderators. Rocky’s upcoming album is one of the most anticipated hip-hop releases of 2026.
In the post’s description, Rocky sharpened his message. “Y’all mods are 🤡 clowns,” he wrote, before pivoting to promote the album: “DontBeDumb, Jan. 16 🔥🔥🔥 ✌🏽.”
The juxtaposition underscored his frustration. While he appeared eager to push the music forward, he rejected what he perceived as unnecessary gatekeeping on the platform.
The dispute follows recent issues between Rocky and the popular HipHopHeads subreddit, where a post promoting Don’t Be Dumb was reportedly removed. That incident appears to have amplified concerns about how Reddit communities regulate artist-driven promotion, particularly during release cycles. Rocky’s response suggests he views those decisions as limiting rather than protective.
A$AP Rocky Calls His Reddit Mods “Clowns” & Cancels AMA Over ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ LP
The Reddit blowup arrived amid another flare-up on social media. On the same day, Rocky forcefully denied claims that crowd scenes in his “Helicopter” music video were AI-generated.
Posting on X, he repeatedly wrote, “THIS VIDEO IS NOT Ai GENERATED!” before adding, “JUST GENERATIONAL🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 – DONTBEDUMB.”
The emphatic repetition reflected a heightened sensitivity to questions about his creative process. Rocky has been trailblazing his next chapter, including deals in fashion and film, ahead of the new music.
Together, the moments paint a picture of an artist asserting control on multiple fronts. Rocky is defending both his work and how it is presented. Canceling the AMA became a statement, not a retreat.
As Don’t Be Dumb approaches release, Rocky’s message is clear. Engagement with fans matters, but only on terms he considers respectful and authentic.
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