Rihanna was Excited About A$AP Rocky’s Not-Guilty Verdict
A touching sight for the world: A$AP Rocky hugging his longtime girlfriend, Rihanna, after being acquitted from a felony assault charge. The star singer and businesswoman gushed about the victory on her Instagram page, stating how it was through divine intervention that she was thanking, “The glory belongs to God and God alone,” with an added, “Thankful, humbled by His mercy!”
The Trial and Charges Against A$AP Rocky
On the other hand, A$AP Rocky (whose real name is Rakim Mayers) faced two serious felony charges of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, from his fight in 2021 with his former friend Terell Ephron (more popularly known as A$AP Relli) over in Hollywood. Should he be found guilty of all charges against him, Rocky risks 24 years in prison. However, last week, he was acquitted after spending three weeks in trial proceedings, with the jury in Los Angeles finding him not guilty.
A Relationship Built on Friendship
The bond between Rihanna and A$AP Rocky has grown from a strong friendship to what is now, according to them, a romantic relationship. Their friendship dates back to when they started working together in 2011 on the remix of Rihanna’s song “Cockiness (Love It).” Things started moving toward romance for the two just around the end of 2019. Rihanna said the onset of COVID-19 sped up their developing relationship, stating, “COVID sped up our relationship… we were going to start a family.” They have two sons, RZA and Riot.
Emotional Courtroom Moment
The reading of the verdict brought textbooks to bursting anticipation. A$AP rocky could barely contain the feeling when he heard that he was acquitted, rushing to embrace Rihann, as happened to most pure reliefs and gratitudes. Covered during those heartfelt scenes was Rihanna, witnessing most of it, having been a strong follower forever through that trial. The scene went viral very quickly as fans marched forward for the rapper’s legal triumph.
Key Arguments in the Trial
The trial relied mainly on contrasting manifestations regarding whether the “gun” involved in the scene was actually a real firearm or not. Prosecutors alleged that A$AP Rocky shot a real bullet at Relli, while the defense contended that he used a prop weapon borrowed from a set of a music video. Interestingly, there was no recovery of any bullets as exhibits, making the case very weak against the accused. Defense attorney Joe Tacopina called Relli a “perjury machine,” claiming his very surreal allegations were made to extort Rocky.
Legal and Career Repercussions
Thanks to his not guilty ruling, A$AP Rocky can not only keep his freedom but also safeguard his thriving career. The rapper will perform at the Rolling Loud music festival in March, serving as a celebrity chair for the prestigious Met Gala later in May. In addition, Rocky will star in a Spike Lee-directed film with Denzel Washington. Rocky also thanked the jury after hearing the verdict: “Thank y’all for saving my life.”
Relli’s Claims and Lawsuits
Relli was also an individual who said he was shot by A$AP Rocky and has already filed a civil suit to recover damages from this act. But it has now jeopardized his legal claims because of not guilty verdict against him. He also claimed about defamation against Rocky and his lawyer. Another case is also on the verge of facing dramatic impediments.
Final Thoughts
While the trial was under the spotlight, it turned out to be A$AP Rocky’s win in the long run. Acquitted of the charges, he symbolizes a robust case for a well-fortified legal defense with credible evidence when channeled into high-stakes cases. Now, as he goes ahead, both his personal and professional life seem set on a very strong front with little but very strong support from his ever loyal wife, Rihanna, and their growing family.