American musician A$AP Rocky takes the cover story of Highsnobiety Magazine‘s latest edition lensed by fashion photographer Ryan McGinley. In charge of styling was Sebastian Jean, with set design from Javier Irigoyen. Beauty is work of hair stylist Tashana Miles, makeup artist Michelle Waldron, and manicurist Sonya Meesha. For the cover A$AP Rocky is wearing Givenchy and his own necklaces.
On his career: I think while I’m still here, I got a duty to aspire to inspire. There’s really only a few people who control the culture, and when I tell you that I’m at the forefront, believe dat!
On fatherhood: Being a parent changes everything for you.
On change: The industry is always evolving and changes give opportunities to direct ideas. I think it is important to try to embrace the newness and the ever-changing world.
On making his dreams a reality: You only dream for half of the things I did with my influence alone.
On his work: Everything that I am working on excites me – or I wouldn’t be doing it!
Photography © Ryan McGinley for Highsnobiety, read more at highsnobiety.com
