The Harlem rapper expands his artistic reach by starring alongside Denzel Washington in Spike Lee's upcoming film 'Highest 2 Lowest', while also working on his highly anticipated fourth album.
- Dec 12, 2024
AceShowbiz - A$AP Rocky, the talented rapper, is making a significant transition into acting. He will play the lead role in Spike Lee's upcoming crime drama "Highest 2 Lowest".
The film, announced in February 2024, is a modern adaptation of Akira Kurosawa's classic 1963 thriller "High and Low". Denzel Washington was initially rumored to play the lead, but it has been confirmed that A$AP Rocky will take center stage.
Rocky, born Rakim Meyers, has proven his acting chops in films such as "Dope" (2015), "Zoolander 2" (2016) and "Monster" (2018). "Highest 2 Lowest" marks a major step forward in terms of collaborators and prestige, with a star-studded cast that includes Ice Spice, Jeffrey Wright and Ilfenesh Hadera. Rocky is also set to appear in the upcoming A24 dramedy "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You".
Simultaneously, Rocky continues to work on his music. Despite teasers and pre-order links, his highly anticipated album "Don't Be Dumb" has been delayed again to 2025. The rapper has released three well-received singles, but fans are eagerly awaiting the full project.
Spike Lee believes that "Highest 2 Lowest" will be "dynamite" and has praised Denzel Washington's performance in the film. The film is set for a summer 2025 release, with A24 handling theatrical distribution before it streams globally on AppleTV+.
A$AP Rocky's transition to movie star is in full swing, but it remains to be seen how this will impact his musical career. Regardless, his dedication to both art forms is evident in his upcoming projects.
