ASAP Rocky's Hilarious Reaction to Rihanna's Laugh Sparks Memes
ASAP Rocky's unexpected reaction to hearing Rihanna's contagious laugh during an interview becomes an internet sensation, as the online community playfully embraces his amusing response
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With 2023 winding down, ASAP Rocky may have given a last-minute contender for “Meme of the Year,” with some help from Rihanna’s laugh.
During their trip to Nevada for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Rocky and Rihanna, both aged 35, encountered a surprising moment while Rocky was giving an interview on Friday, November 17. Suddenly, something captured his attention and caused him to pause and inquire, "What on earth was that? What just happened?"
It turned out that the source of the unexpected sound was Rihanna, laughing off-camera. This incident gave rise to a viral meme.
Photographer Issa Khari shared a new #gif on X (formerly known as Twitter), encouraging everyone to enjoy it. The GIF was deemed a perfect addition to everyone's reaction collection. One fan humorously suggested that Rocky's expression indicated his awareness of Lewis Hamilton's presence, referring to Rihanna's rumored relationship with the Formula One superstar.
Overall, fans found Rocky's reaction amusing. One fan exclaimed, "ASAP got distracted by Rihanna's laughter and couldn't concentrate on anything else! Aww!" Another fan joined in, stating, "I can't stop laughing at that video of ASAP reacting to Rihanna's laughter because I totally relate." Some speculated that Rocky initially mistook Rihanna's laughter for tears, while others simply appreciated his undivided attention and affection towards his love.
Rocky discussed the race weekend and expressed that there is no necessity for him to collaborate with Rihanna on a song as they have already created something wonderful together - their children. He stated, "I believe we excel at collaborating by bringing new lives into the world."
The couple's first son, RZA, was born in May 2022. Rihanna announced her second pregnancy during the 2023 Super Bowl Halftime show, and in August, she gave birth to their second child, son Riot Rose.
"Collaborating" with his partner, Rocky jokingly referred to their children, RZA and Riot, as their best creation. He emphasized that nothing surpasses their presence, mentioning the assistance of a third designer named God who shaped everything and the presence of beautiful angels, making it the ultimate collaboration.
Rocky may not release any music, whether solo or otherwise, for quite some time. In a September interview with Vogue, he stated that fatherhood has become his top priority, causing a shortage of time to dedicate to his music. Despite this constraint, his pursuit of happiness drives him to continue creating.
