In various ways, A$AP Rocky expressed how the pressures of his legal battle impacted his creativity and discusses using the experience as inspiration for new music. Following his acquittal on assault charges, the rapper shared in an interview with Variety how the trial affected his artistic process. The incident, involving allegations of gun use against an ex-associate, took a toll on his ability to create, with A$AP Rocky noting that it hindered his output for several years. Reflecting on the ordeal, he spoke about the lessons learned in terms of trust and personal accountability, emphasizing the importance of focusing on one's own actions amidst challenging circumstances. Alongside these personal developments, he is also focusing on family life and expanding into the film industry. A$AP Rocky, alongside his partner Rihanna, are raising two young sons and are expecting their third child. Moreover, he is set to appear in Spike Lee's upcoming movie, Highest 2 Lowest, featuring Denzel Washington, which is scheduled for its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in 2025.