A$AP Rocky Was ‘Shocked’ After Learning Denzel Washington's Music Preference
Denzel Washington’s acting career is one of the most well-respected in Hollywood, and you’d be hard-pressed to find many who aren’t fans of the iconic actor.
While there's no shortage of stories around Washington and his impact that extends far beyond acting, the latest one turned more than a few heads. Specifically, the interaction left popular rapper A$AP Rocky "shocked" following his conversation with the 70-year-old actor.
During a conversation with Variety, Rocky detailed the interaction with Washington, whom he just filmed Highest 2 Lowest with, a Spike Lee remake of the Akira Kurosawa crime drama High and Low.
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Rocky explained that Washington plays "more Memphis rap than anybody I know," revealing his conversation with the Training Day and Glory star.
"He’s just like, 'Alright, so what you f--- with, kid?' [I’m like,] 'Pardon me?' I tried to sound all old school and s--- like, 'I like Slick Rick…' and he’s like, 'Oh, I f--- with Rick, of course. Rick the Ruler.'" Rocky said.
"Then, he started saying Nas lyrics out of nowhere. Then Pac, then DMX, and then he starts talking about the young cats — Moneybagg Yo, NLE Choppa, NBA YoungBoy and these guys. I’m like, 'What is this man doing?!' But I’m here for it, like I f--- with it. I was shocked. He’s an OG. You would expect him to listen to Miles Davis all day. Nah, he said, 'Throw on NLE Choppa.'"
Washington's music preferences made a noticeable impact on the 36-year-old rapper, and it's bound to leave more than a few fans surprised as well.
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