A$AP Rocky Drops Surreal 'Punk Rocky' Video Featuring Winona Ryder and Cookies

A$AP Rocky is back with a playful and chaotic new music video for his single 'Punk Rocky,' teasing his upcoming album 'Don't Be Dumb.' Five of Rocky's six alter personalities, strange imagery, and an exuberant garage jam session are all featured in the clip. A notable cameo by Winona Ryder, who brings cookies to the scene and creates one of the most talked-about moments in the video, adds a touch of Hollywood charm. 

A Surreal Garage Jam Brought to Life

A$AP Rocky has dropped the music video for his latest single 'Punk Rocky,' giving fans a first taste of his forthcoming album 'Don't Be Dumb' ahead of its 16th January, 2026 release. In contrast to the rapper's typical hip-hop beats, the visual combines chaotic, surreal images with an indie-rock-leaning tune that has overdriven guitar riffs and a breezy dream-pop mood that supports the high-energy garage jam session. 

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Five of Rocky's six alter personalities from the new album are introduced in the video, which he co-directed with Folkert Verdoorn and Simon Becks. Each character adds individuality and nuance to the visual story.

The song's lyrics touch on love and heartbreak, with Rocky repeating lines like "I wanna fall in love, don't want no broken heart" over the pulsating track that feels both experimental and introspective. Rocky's performance, which features pink hair rollers and a swollen eye and is accompanied by a garage band that exudes a raw and rebellious energy, is the most striking aspect of the video.

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The imagery changes to physical and metaphorical interpretations of the song's themes, including a memorable moment where Rocky's injured eye seems to scream the words itself, as the visuals spiral into a strange scenario where police arrive to arrest Rocky and his crew. 

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Winona Ryder's Memorable Cameo and Supporting Cast

Winona Ryder's brief but delightful appearance as Rocky's next-door neighbor is the video’s most memorable scene. Ryder finally approaches the garage scene carrying a dish of cookies while lounging on her porch in casual clothing, a simple gesture that adds warmth and humour to the clip’s otherwise frenetic energy. 

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Given her prior partnerships with visual artists like Tim Burton, who created the album's cover art, her appearance not only contributes a nostalgic, cinematic aspect but also connects to the larger artistic universe surrounding 'Don't Be Dumb.'

Alongside Ryder, the video features cameos from composer Danny Elfman on drums, bassist Thundercat, and A$AP Nast, each contributing to the clip's vibrant, collaborative atmosphere. Fans and the media have already started talking about Ryder's cameo, which was characterized by cookies and her casual presence amid the mayhem. 

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A New Chapter: 'Don't Be Dumb' and What's Next

'Punk Rocky' serves as the lead single for 'Don't Be Dumb,' A$AP Rocky's fourth studio album and his first in nearly eight years since 2018's 'Testing.' With a broad range of production talent, including Danny Elfman, Pharrell Williams, Mike Dean, Madlib, Metro Boomin, and others, the project has been eagerly awaited and promises an eclectic and beautifully textured soundtrack. Earlier singles like 'Tailor Swif,' 'Highjack,' and 'Ruby Rosary' were all part of the album's release, and now 'Punk Rocky' solidifies the record's artistic concept. 

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With 'Don't Be Dumb' set to drop this January, 'Punk Rocky' stands as a bold preview of what's to come from one of hip‑hop's most adventurous voices.

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