A$AP Ferg

Darold Durard Brown Ferguson Jr., known professionally as FERG (formerly A$AP Ferg), is an American rapper from Harlem, New York City. He is a lead member of the hip hop collective ASAP Mob and has built a successful solo career with a distinctive aggressive, trap-infused East Coast sound. His biggest hits include "Plain Jane" (2017), which peaked at number 26 on the Hot 100 and went multi-platinum, and "Move Ya Hips" featuring Nicki Minaj and MadeinTYO (2020), his highest-charting single at number 19. As of 2026, Ferg continues to release music, perform at festivals, and run his clothing line, remaining a key figure in hip-hop and streetwear culture.[edit]

Ferg was born on October 20, 1988, in Harlem, New York City. He grew up in the Apthorp Houses, a housing project in Harlem. He attended the High School of Art and Design, where he studied fashion and graphic design, fueling an early interest in streetwear. After his father's death in 2003, he began selling drugs to support his family before turning to music. A pivotal moment came when his childhood friend and ASAP Mob founder, ASAP Yams, encouraged him to rap. Yams gave him the moniker A$AP Ferg and featured him on the 2012 track "Get High" with ASAP Rocky.[edit]

Ferg's career broke through in 2013 with his debut single "Work," followed by the star-studded "Work (Remix)" featuring ASAP Rocky, French Montana, Schoolboy Q, and Trinidad James. The remix became his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned a triple-platinum certification from the RIAA. His debut studio album Trap Lord (2013) debuted at number 9 on the Billboard 200 and received critical acclaim, establishing his aggressive, trap-infused East Coast sound. The album was originally going to be called Ferg Forever. He won Rookie of the Year at the BET Hip Hop Awards in 2013 and was featured on the XXL 2013 Freshman Class cover. His second album, Always Strive and Prosper (2016), peaked at number 8 on the Billboard 200. His biggest commercial hit came with "Plain Jane" (2017), which peaked at number 26 on the Hot 100 and went 5x platinum. The song's success was bolstered by a remix featuring Nicki Minaj. In 2020, "Move Ya Hips" (featuring Nicki Minaj and MadeinTYO) peaked at number 19, becoming his highest-charting single to date. He released his third studio album, Floor Seats II (2020), and has continued to release singles and collaborative projects into 2024, including the singles "Doe" and "Allure". He also released the Yams Day EP in 2022 in tribute to ASAP Yams.[edit]

Ferg is known for his aggressive, high-energy trap music with Harlem-centric slang and lyrics focused on luxury streetwear and hustle culture. His aesthetic is gritty, fashion-forward, and heavily influenced by 90s hip-hop and skate culture. Media often describes him as the hype man of ASAP Mob, but he is also respected as a solo artist with a distinct sound. He is seen as a fashion icon within the streetwear community. Fans are generally referred to as Fergs or simply ASAP Mob fans; there is no official fandom name. His social media voice is promotional, energetic, and often cryptic about new music, and he engages directly with fans, especially on Instagram, where he has about 2.5 million followers. He has appeared on magazine covers such as XXL's 2013 Freshman Class, The FADER issue #87, and multiple Complex features.[edit]

A$AP Ferg stands as a defining figure in contemporary hip-hop, yet the iFANN Global Fame Engine has evaluated his current standing and determined that he does not currently hold a placement in the published Global Top 1,000 rankings or any Top-100 scope list. While his career spans over a decade of influential releases and high-profile collaborations, the data indicates no active ordinal position for the artist in the current global hierarchy. This absence of a ranked slot reflects a status where fame is sustained through cultural legacy and niche dominance rather than a surge in immediate global metrics tracked by the engine. His audience remains a dedicated but unorganized group; research confirms there is no formal, official name for his fanbase, nor are there documented rituals, campaigns, or internal folklore unique to his solo following distinct from the broader A$AP Mob community. The collective identity often overshadows individual fandom structures, leaving his supporters without a unified moniker or organized project history such as fan-funded initiatives. The narrative surrounding his public image has recently shifted toward the dissolution of his original collective, a verified event involving the removal of the 'A$AP' prefix from his name and subsequent friction with former peers, which now defines his modern mythology more than traditional performance legends or viral crowd moments.[edit]

Before achieving rap stardom, Darold Durard Brown Ferguson Jr. worked as a graffiti artist and honed skills as a fashion illustrator, designing graphics for his own album covers and merchandise. He stands 6 feet 0 inches (183 cm) tall and draws deep inspiration from his father, whose boutique Wish was a legendary Harlem streetwear store and who Ferg dubbed the original Trap Lord for his entrepreneurial spirit. His debut album, originally titled Ferg Forever, was released as Trap Lord, cementing a persona rooted in family legacy. The rapper frequently credits ASAP Yams for coining his stage name and maintains a long-standing friendship with ASAP Rocky. Notable quotes include his observation that Plain Jane began as an accidental freestyle and his reflection on his father's dual nature as both a hustler and a businessman. Recent lore documents a significant fracture in the hip-hop collective landscape: in 2025, Ferg publicly declared the end of the A$AP Mob and dropped the 'A$AP' prefix from his name, a move reported to have caused friction with founding member A$AP Rocky. This shift, confirmed by multiple outlets, marks a departure from the group's origins in 2006 and its earlier dynamic as 'A$AP Rocky & D Ferg,' adding a layer of real-world drama to his professional biography.[edit]

Ferg was raised by his father, Darold Ferguson Sr., who owned the streetwear boutique Wish, which sold brands like Karl Kani and FUBU, and was a respected figure in Harlem. His father struggled with drug addiction and passed away in 2003. Ferg has not publicly named his mother or any siblings. He has one daughter, born in 2015, from a previous relationship; the mother's identity is not publicly known. Ferg has not shared details about his current household or pets.[edit]

Ferg is closely associated with ASAP Rocky, his childhood friend and fellow ASAP Mob member. The late ASAP Yams gave him his stage name and launched his career. He has collaborated frequently with Nicki Minaj, who appeared on remixes of "Plain Jane" and "Move Ya Hips." Other frequent collaborators include MadeinTYO, Schoolboy Q, French Montana, and Trinidad James.[edit]

Ferg has been notoriously private about his romantic life. He has no confirmed public relationships. In 2018-2019, he was briefly linked to actress Renée Goldsberry after they were seen together, but neither party confirmed a relationship. He has one daughter, born in 2015, from a previous relationship; the mother's identity is not publicly known. As of 2026, Ferg is reportedly single and focused on his music and business ventures.[edit]

Heading into 2026, iFANN currently estimates A$AP Ferg's net worth at $5 Million. This financial assessment attributes value to his enduring presence in music sales and streaming royalties, driven by albums such as Trap Lord and Always Strive and Prosper alongside hit singles like Plain Jane and Work (Remix). Significant revenue streams also originate from touring, including headlining the Always Strive and Prosper Tour and the Mad Man tour, as well as festival appearances. The entrepreneur established the streetwear brand Trap Lord in 2012, which generates income through clothing and accessories sales and features collaborations with Adidas. Additional wealth accumulation stems from endorsement partnerships with major athletic brands including Adidas and Puma. The trajectory of his earnings shows steady growth since his 2013 breakthrough, with peak financial years aligning with the commercial success of Plain Jane in 2017 and Move Ya Hips in 2020.[edit]

Ferg won the BET Hip Hop Award for Rookie of the Year in 2013. He has not won any other major awards.[edit]