Wu-Tang Clan's Legendary Artist RZA opened up about A$AP Rocky and Rihanna's decision to name their first son after him while speaking with Capital Xtra radio host DJ Semtex on Friday.

In doing so, he described it as a "great honor" and wished the best for the younger RZA.

For RZA, the naming choice was a profound recognition:

"To know that there’s some inspiration from the Wu that entered their hearts and have them name their child after the Abbot, that’s a blessing, bro."

He extended his well wishes to his young namesake, emphasizing the weight behind the name:

"I always say that the RZA is not just a name, it’s also a title. I’m rooting for him.”

A$AP Rocky and Rihanna's first son is only one of three children they share.

In addition to RZA, who was born in May 2022, they have a second son, Riot, who was born in August 2023, and a daughter, Rocki, who they welcomed in 2025.

This personal tribute is not the only notable recognition RZA has received recently.

In February, his iconic group, Wu-Tang Clan, achieved a significant milestone by securing their first-ever nomination for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

This nomination comes nearly a decade after the group first became eligible, fulfilling a long-held hope for the artist.

He has been a vocal advocate for Wu-Tang Clan's induction into the prestigious institution for years now.

In a 2019 interview with Rolling Stone, he stated:

"I think we should [get in], and I do care. It may take some time to get in there. I think it’s good for us and I think it’s good for rock n’ roll, because hip-hop is a form of music that grabs from every genre, but definitely grabs from rock n’ roll."

This year could indeed be the year for Wu-Tang, potentially placing them among a select group, as only 15 other rap acts have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to date, further solidifying the group's indelible impact on music history and culture.