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# Bodacious Shirtless Rapper Captures
Rapper A$AP Rocky Stops by Terry Richardson's Famous Studio

By M | Published 2013-07-16 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rapper-aap-rocky
References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2013/7/aap-rocky-visits-terry-richardsons-studio) & [terryrichardson](http://terryrichardson.com)

Iconic rapper A$[AP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audemars-piguet-x-ambush) [Rocky](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-blacked-out-collection) recently stopped by iconic celebrity photographer Terry Richardon's Los Angeles studio to have his picture taken for Terry Richardson's popular photo-blog, terryrichardson.com. The images are extremely casual and capture the rap artist in his element as a bodacious music-loving entertainer.

Whether posing in front of enormous American flags, draped in designer chains or with a towel hanging over his shoulder, rapper A$AP Rocky looks daringly fresh. Arriving at Terry's studio just after filimg his 'Shabba' music video, A$AP Rocky poses for Terry's camera as he nonchalantly smokes a rapper-worthy weed joint.

Showing off his grills and bling, A$AP opts for making goofy faces, rather than smiling for the camera. Shot entirely in black and white film, Terry does a fantastic job highlighting the [rapper lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-planes-1) and A$AP Rocky's bodacious attitude.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.5/10
- Popularity: 33% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Casual Photography:** The trend of using casual photography in capturing celebrities reflects the demand for more authentic and relatable imagery in the mainstream media.
- **Iconic Entertainer Imaging:** The trend of capturing entertainment figures in casual yet iconic imagery reflects the need to create more authenticity with the audience.
- **Designer Chain Fashion:** The trend of using designer chains as a statement piece in fashion shows the increasing demand for personalized and unique accessory choices.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Celebrity Photography:** The celebrity photography industry can explore new ways to capture and showcase the more genuine and unassuming side of its subjects.
- **Entertainment Industry:** The entertainment industry can incorporate more relatable and unscripted content to its marketing and promotions, reflecting a more genuine approach to its audience.
- **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can create more personalized fashion accessories, catering to the demand for unique and non-conformist fashion choices.

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