Rapper Soulja Boy has asked a judge for a DNA test after his ex-girlfriend, Jackilyn Martinez, filed a lawsuit seeking child support for their three-year-old son. The rapper, whose real name is DeAndre Cortez Way, told the court he is not certain he is the father of the child, KeAndre Cortez Way.
Legal Filing Details
According to court documents obtained by media outlets, Soulja Boy stated that he is unsure of his paternity and requested a DNA test to confirm whether he is the biological father. The filing also indicates that the rapper is willing to share the costs of the pregnancy and legal proceedings if the test confirms he is the father.
Jackilyn Martinez filed the lawsuit in late 2025, seeking custody of KeAndre while proposing that Soulja Boy be granted visitation rights. In her court filing, she claimed the rapper only occasionally sent her money after she repeatedly asked for financial assistance. She is also asking the court to award child support.
Alleged Email Included in Filing
As part of her filing, Martinez included an email she claims Soulja Boy sent to her legal team. The email reportedly reads: "Stop emailing me, you dumb bitch. There will be no litigation or settlement idk who the f*** u think u talking to." The case remains ongoing, with no court date set as of yet.
Background and Implications
Soulja Boy, known for hits like "Crank That (Soulja Boy)," has faced previous legal issues, including child support claims from other women. This case highlights the complexities of paternity disputes in family court, where DNA testing is often used to establish legal fatherhood. If the test proves Soulja Boy is the father, he could be ordered to pay retroactive child support and contribute to pregnancy expenses.
Martinez's lawsuit seeks not only financial support but also a formal custody arrangement. The outcome of the DNA test will likely determine the next steps in the case, which has drawn significant media attention due to the rapper's celebrity status.
