A$AP Rocky says Rihanna’s kids need their ‘rough cousins’ to stay humble

A$AP Rocky has revealed the unusual way he plans to keep his children grounded despite growing up in one of entertainment’s most famous families.

The rapper, who shares three children with Rihanna, opened up about parenting during a recent interview with VIBE Magazine, explaining how he hopes to prevent his sons RZA and Riot, and daughter Rocki, from becoming spoiled by fame and privilege.

Rocky acknowledged that his children are growing up with opportunities most people can only imagine, but said he is determined to make sure they remain humble and connected to reality.

Speaking candidly about raising children in the spotlight, the Harlem rapper said he wants to teach his sons discipline and ensure they avoid the stereotype often attached to celebrity offspring.

“I want to make sure that I teach my boys discipline and keep them grounded, keep them humble as much as possible,” Rocky said. “I got to make sure they chill with their cousins, the rough cousins that’s going keep them on their toes.”

The comment quickly drew attention online, with many fans praising the rapper’s humorous but practical approach to parenting.

The discussion formed part of a wider conversation about fatherhood and family life. Rocky explained that becoming a parent has changed his outlook, saying he strives to be emotionally present, available and loving with his children.

The rapper also revealed that he no longer holds recording sessions at home, preferring to keep certain aspects of the music industry away from his young family.

Elsewhere in the interview, Rocky reflected on welcoming his third child with Rihanna and recalled the light-hearted atmosphere during the birth of their daughter.

“We were laughing while she was in labor, literally laughing and cracking jokes,” he said.

Despite now being a father of three, Rocky admitted that each new arrival still brings the same excitement and uncertainty.

“It was just so exciting because you just don’t know what to prepare for,” he said. “The second and third time was really similar to the first experience.”

The interview offered a rare glimpse into how Rocky and Rihanna are balancing parenthood with their global fame, while trying to ensure their children remain grounded despite growing up in extraordinary circumstances.