A$AP Rocky unveiled the official cover art for his long-awaited album Don’t Be Dumb on social media, revealing that the artwork was designed in collaboration with celebrated filmmaker Tim Burton. The release of the artwork on December 16, 2025, marked a major step in the rollout of the project, which has been teased for several years after delays and multiple pushbacks. Rocky’s social post featured striking, Burton-influenced visuals and signaled movement toward a full release, drawing widespread attention from fans and media alike.

The Harlem artist’s post immediately drew reactions, including a supportive comment from Rihanna, reinforcing the couple’s public creative partnership and adding momentum to the album’s promotion. The artwork reveal also fueled conversations across social platforms about the aesthetic direction of Don’t Be Dumb, with fans discussing its gothic, cinematic style and Burton’s distinctive influence.

Cover art sharing came amid other updates surrounding the album. A$AP Rocky has confirmed that Don’t Be Dumb is finished and ready for release, though he has avoided setting a specific date in earlier interviews to avoid disappointing his audience. Prior to the artwork announcement, he engaged fans with teasing visuals and performances of new material tied to the project throughout 2025.

In late November, Rocky’s live performances incorporated Don’t Be Dumb branding and hinted at a possible release date, with visual clues suggesting January 16, 2026, as the planned launch, though speculation continues among fans as no official date has been formally declared.

The collaboration with Tim Burton on the album’s artwork follows months of buildup around the album’s aesthetic and production, including contributions from composer Danny Elfman, known for his frequent work with Burton. Rocky previously discussed playing the near-completed project for Burton, who reacted positively to the music, further linking the album’s creative universe to Burton’s artistic sensibilities.

The reveal of Burton-designed visuals for Don’t Be Dumb adds to a long era of anticipation for A$AP Rocky’s fourth studio album, marking a milestone in the campaign that blends music, fashion, and cinematic influences as fans await the full release.