The Harlem rapper weighed in on the growing use of artificial intelligence in music, explaining why he prefers working directly with musicians and producers while teasing new music from his upcoming Don't Be Dumb Disc 2.

A$AP Rocky is sharing his thoughts on the growing influence of artificial intelligence in the music industry, making it clear that while he sees potential benefits in the technology, he prefers a more traditional approach to creating music.

During a new interview with Complex, the Harlem rapper discussed the ongoing debate surrounding AI-generated music and whether artists should embrace the technology in their creative process.

Rocky acknowledged that AI can be useful in certain situations but emphasized that he personally prefers making music through hands-on collaboration with producers, musicians, and beatmakers.

When asked about the increasing use of artificial intelligence in music, Rocky offered a balanced perspective, noting that different artists have their own creative processes.

He referenced artists including Tyga and Fenix Flexin, whose reported involvement with AI-generated music has sparked criticism online.

While Rocky admitted he was unfamiliar with the specifics of their production methods, he explained that his personal preference is to create music himself rather than rely on artificial intelligence.

The rapper also pointed out that AI can serve practical purposes in music production, such as separating vocals from instrumentals.

Using Kanye West's song "Good Morning" as an example, Rocky explained how the technology could help artists isolate an instrumental track and use it for their own creative work.

However, he acknowledged that AI continues to carry negative associations within the music industry, particularly when it comes to fully generated songs.

Rather than criticizing artists who choose to use the technology, Rocky suggested that everyone should have the freedom to determine their own creative standards.

He emphasized that his approach involves collaborating with real musicians and producers to develop the sound he wants to achieve.

Rocky's comments arrive as artificial intelligence continues to spark debate across the entertainment industry.

AI-generated vocals, instrumentals, and even entire songs have raised questions about originality, artistic ownership, and the future of music production.

While some musicians view the technology as an opportunity to experiment with new sounds, others have expressed concerns about its potential to replace human creativity.

Rocky appears to fall somewhere in the middle, recognizing AI's usefulness without embracing it as a central part of his creative process.

His comments highlight the distinction between using AI to assist with production and depending on the technology to create an entire song.

Rather than establishing rules for how other artists should work, the rapper made it clear that he intends to continue creating music in a way that feels authentic to him.

Elsewhere in the interview, Rocky shared an update on his highly anticipated second installment of Don't Be Dumb.

The rapper revealed that his upcoming single, "Shroom Clouds," is scheduled to arrive on Friday, October 16, with Disc 2 expected to follow shortly afterward.

Rocky explained that he wanted to finish his recent world tour before focusing on completing the project, emphasizing that he would rather deliver quality music than rush its release.

The upcoming installment is expected to feature a collection of songs tied to different eras of his career, including previously released tracks such as "Sundress," "Babushka Boi," and "Hijack."

According to Rocky, several tracks will feature revised production, new verses, and additional material, alongside a handful of previously unheard songs.

He also teased that the project would include approximately two guest appearances.

Although an official release date for Disc 2 has not been announced, the rapper suggested that fans will not have to wait much longer.