Overview
- Rocky released “Helicopter$” on Jan. 12 with a Dan Streit–directed visual that leans into lo‑fi, PlayStation-era, Grand Theft Auto–evoking animation.
- After online speculation, Rocky repeatedly stated on social media that the video was not AI-generated.
- The new single was synced by ESPN for a College Football Playoff National Championship spot.
- A previously rumored Playboi Carti appearance does not appear on the official version of “Helicopter$.”
- Don’t Be Dumb is scheduled for Jan. 16 via A$AP Worldwide/RCA, with reported high pre-save activity, an unconfirmed fan-posted Target vinyl sighting, and a canceled Reddit AMA in which Rocky called subreddit moderators “clowns.”