The rapper is rumored to be backing a potential boxing match between Soulja Boy and DDG—a clash that stems from a volatile dispute involving allegations about DDG’s relationship with actress and singer Halle Bailey. Tensions came to a head during a livestream hosted by Adin Ross, where both rappers traded verbal jabs. Ross dropped the idea that Drake might bankroll the fight. “Honestly, knowing Drake, he might just pay to see this happen,” Ross speculated. “I won’t put him on blast by calling him out on stream, but I truly believe he might be interested.”

Drake has yet to publicly address the rumors. The animosity intensified after Soulja Boy accused DDG of being physically abusive toward Bailey. “You claim to be a fighter, right? Let’s settle this in the ring,” Soulja Boy said. “You think you can just put your hands on the Little Mermaid? Not on my watch.”

DDG questions Soulja Boy’s credibility as whispers of Drake’s involvement loom

DDG fired back, brushing off the accusations and implying his opponent’s mental state was compromised. “Soulja Boy is just ranting. He needs help,” DDG said. “You can’t fight, so stop pretending you want to challenge me. You were supposed to fight Chris Brown years ago, and that never happened.”

Neither artist is new to the celebrity boxing circuit. DDG defeated TikTok star Nate Wyatt in 2021 and had previously been linked to matches against PnB Rock and Toosii—neither of which ever came to pass. The bout, if finalized, would join a wave of rap-adjacent fight cards that have included Blueface, Benzino, and KSI. What sets this one apart is the possibility of a heavyweight outside the ring—Drake—pulling strings behind the scenes.

During a recent livestream, Cenat said that he has love for Bailey and DDG and feels caught up in the middle.

“I know there’s a lot of things going on but you gotta understand bro,” Cenat said. “This is how I view it personally bro […] there is two sides of a story going on right now and I am in the middle to where I have to be able to just see things play out […] There’s 2 sides to every story and you gotta be able to respect both of them, all you can do is pray for both sides.”

After breaking up in October 2024, Bailey said that DDG became violent toward her in January when they argued over the visitation schedule of their child.

Bailey accused DDG of pulling her hair and slamming her face into his car’s steering wheel, and her tooth was chipped in another incident where he allegedly entered her home without her permission back in March. 

As HOT97 previously reported, Bailey was officially awarded sole legal and physical custody of her son, Halo Saint. Her request was granted following a series of serious allegations by DDG, whose real name is Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr.

In her legal filings, she accused DDG of repeated emotional and physical abuse. As part of her custody request, she also filed for a temporary restraining order that requires DDG to remain more than 100 yards away from both her and their son. That order will stay in place until a court hearing takes place in June 2025.

Labeling the industry as “fake,” DDG didn’t hold back. He accused Soulja Boy and Ray J of being even more disingenuous for weaponizing his private turmoil to grow their platforms. According to DDG, the pair’s attempts at streaming are not only opportunistic but unsuccessful. “Pick a new hustle,” he told Soulja Boy bluntly, suggesting his current tactics weren’t generating enough money to be taken seriously.

Ray J, meanwhile, inserted himself in another way—by coming to the defense of Bobby V. DDG’s recent single, “what i prefer,” samples Bobby’s early-2000s R&B classic “Slow Down,” and Ray J took issue with what he perceived as a lack of proper clearance.

During the livestream, Bobby V joined the conversation via phone and said he wasn’t aware the track had been cleared. Ray J later doubled down on Instagram, shading DDG over the sample and taking a jab at his first-week album sales.

In response, DDG insisted that the sample had been cleared through all legal channels. He dismissed Ray J’s interference as hypocritical, revealing that Ray had recently messaged him, asking to collaborate on livestream content. The irony wasn’t lost on DDG, who accused him of chasing the same clout he pretended to condemn.

Meanwhile, as the drama unfolds online, Halle Bailey appears unfazed. The Grammy-nominated singer was recently granted custody of their infant son and is spending the summer in Italy while filming an upcoming movie. Her silence has been interpreted by many as a subtle statement of its own—one that contrasts sharply with DDG’s very public unraveling.

The ongoing feud underscores a larger tension between hip-hop’s legacy figures and its new-age influencers. For DDG, the fight seems less about personal redemption and more about controlling a narrative he believes others are twisting for clicks.

But in an era where spectacle often eclipses substance, it remains to be seen whether his version of events will shape public opinion—or simply add to the noise.

Bailey, 25, welcomed Halo in December 2023, but their relationship ended the following year. In her legal filings, she accused the 27-year-old of repeated emotional and physical abuse. As part of her custody request, she also filed for a temporary restraining order that requires DDG to remain more than 100 yards away from both her and their son. That order will stay in place until a court hearing takes place in June 2025.

Bailey also asked the court to restrict DDG from having unsupervised contact with Halo. She proposed that if any visits are allowed, they should occur once a week in Los Angeles and be monitored by a professional visitation service. She wants the court to block any attempts by DDG to take Halo out of the county without approval.

Her filings include a request for a child abduction prevention order. She stated that DDG has previously hidden their son from her, threatened to take him away, and refused to cooperate with her on custody and parenting decisions. Bailey asked that he be barred from applying for or holding Halo’s passport or any other travel documents unless she gives written permission.

She also wants DDG to share full travel details if he takes Halo anywhere with her consent, including airline information, addresses, and contact numbers. In her statement to the court, Bailey wrote, “I realize that there is no placating Darryl. I cannot allow this abuse any longer. I cannot keep living like this.”

The 25-year-old singer and actress has filed for sole custody of her infant son, Halo Saint, following serious allegations against her ex-boyfriend, rapper DDG. The move comes after a Los Angeles judge granted Bailey a temporary restraining order on May 13, 2025, citing claims of physical and verbal abuse.

Bailey, who gave birth to Halo in December 2023, is seeking full legal and physical custody. In court documents, she asks that DDG—born Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr.—be denied unsupervised visitation due to concerns for Halo’s safety. She proposes that any contact be limited to six hours per week, supervised by a professional agency, and restricted to Los Angeles County.

Her filing reveals a troubling timeline. Bailey alleges the abuse began before Halo’s birth and worsened after the couple split in October 2024. She describes a pattern of verbal attacks, including being called derogatory names, harassed, and maligned on social media. DDG has publicly accused her of infidelity and claimed she was keeping Halo from him, which Bailey says led to further harassment by his online followers.

A January 2025 incident stands out in the court filing. Bailey says DDG became “very agitated” during a custody exchange. “Halo was crying,” she recalled. “I kept asking him to stop calling me names. I didn’t feel safe. He was upset and I was afraid to leave Halo with him.”

The restraining order marks a critical shift in their relationship, once widely admired for its affectionate public image. Now, Bailey’s allegations have thrust the couple into a custody battle that could reshape their co-parenting future.

Her legal team argues that DDG’s “volatile temperament and lack of respect” pose a danger to their son. Bailey claims there were multiple incidents of physical aggression during their relationship, with tensions escalating after their breakup. The court will now determine whether these accusations warrant permanent restrictions on DDG’s access to his child.

For Bailey, the priority is clear: protecting Halo’s well-being. Though she’s requesting supervised visitation, her petition reflects a willingness to preserve the father-son bond under strict conditions. The case also raises urgent conversations about domestic violence, accountability, and the challenges of co-parenting after abuse.

As public interest grows, those following the story want answers. Will the court side with Bailey? Will DDG respond in court? What lies ahead for Halo?

In the coming weeks, court proceedings will offer insight into the allegations and shape the future of this fractured family.

Bailey has accused DDG of physical, emotional and verbal abuse during their two-year-relationship, which ended in October 2024. In legal filings, Bailey alleges that DDG assaulted her in January 2025, resulting in a chipped tooth and bruises.

She also claims that he entered her home without permission in March and sent her a threatening message. Bailey has provided photographic evidence of her injuries and has been granted a temporary restraining order against DDG, which mandates he stay at least 100 yards away from her and their 17-month-old son, Halo, until a court hearing scheduled for June 6, 2025.

The streamer/ rapper gave fans an update this morning. “I’m chillin btw.. i have no worries [wink emoji] streaming later on, no days off!” he wrote online.

His mother, Tonya, also seemingly responded to the allegations. “I don’t usually comment or say anything on this internet even with all the negativity, the lies, and hatred toward mine,” she began, per The Shade Room. “However, these accusations have made me realize that I have been quiet too long.”

TMZ broke the news of the order. On Tuesday, the Grammy-nominated singer filed a police report and secured a domestic violence restraining order in Los Angeles.

According to court documents, the first alleged altercation occurred in January, months after the couple’s October breakup. Bailey claims DDG became enraged while picking up their son, shouted profanities at her, and physically attacked her. She says he pulled her hair, slammed her face against the steering wheel, and chipped her tooth.

Despite the pain, Bailey stayed in the car to protect Halo and later informed DDG’s family of what happened. She submitted photos of bruises and dental injuries with her legal filing.

In March, Bailey says DDG entered her home without permission, walked into her bedroom, and sent her a photo of her empty bed with a message she viewed as an accusation of infidelity. A few days later, she says he returned, smashed her Ring camera, grabbed her phone, and sped off, yelling as he threw the phone from his car.

Bailey says she filed another police report after that incident and has surveillance footage to support her account. Around the same time, DDG claimed on social media he had been “fighting to see” his son—comments Bailey sees as misleading and part of a broader pattern of online harassment.

The tension escalated over Mother’s Day weekend. While vacationing in St. Lucia with Halo and her sister, Bailey received messages from DDG accusing her of being on the island with singer Brent Faiyaz. She denied the claim and asked to be left in peace.

A judge granted the restraining order, requiring DDG to stay 100 yards away and banning him from posting about Bailey or their child. Bailey also received approval to travel to Italy for two months to film a movie.

Her legal move adds to the growing scrutiny surrounding DDG’s conduct and reflects a broader issue of public figures seeking safety from toxic relationships in the spotlight.

Drake, known for giving props to artists on all levels, didn’t hesitate to support him. During a livestream with Adin Ross, DDG joined the chat, and the timing lined up for a surprise FaceTime with Drake. Their conversation was positive and lighthearted. “Congrats on your album!” Drake told him. DDG responded with a simple, “Appreciate it brother.”

Things got even more entertaining when Drake teased Adin Ross for not checking out the album, even though he’s often around DDG on stream. DDG jokingly asked Drake if all his friends listen to his music. Drake answered, “yeah,” leaving Adin to laugh awkwardly and try to defend himself.

The two rappers also mentioned their previous basketball matchup, agreeing they needed to run it back. DDG once shared that he got beat badly by Drake at The Embassy, the rapper’s private court.

Toward the end of the call, Drake dropped a subtle update on his next solo project. He said he’s currently in the “countryside” working on the album, which fans believe will be called Iceman. Drake had first mentioned it on his Anita Max Wynn tour, promising that when the time is right, he’ll return with “a one-on-one conversation” fans “need to hear.” The album remains a mystery, but anticipation is clearly building.

During a livestream with model India Love, DDG set the record straight about the situation. “If I’m being honest, I rented it,” he confessed. “I thought it was a cool idea. It made for a great moment, and one day, he’ll be able to look back at it.” His explanation followed widespread skepticism over why a toddler would be gifted a real car.

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A Milestone Celebration Amid Co-Parenting Challenges

The celebration also marked the first time DDG and his former partner, Halle Bailey, were seen together publicly since their split. The two came together for their son’s big day, with Bailey leading a heartfelt rendition of “Happy Birthday” in front of guests. Both parents later took to social media to share their excitement. Bailey reflected on the milestone, writing, “A year ago today, my baby arrived—can’t believe he’s 1! More to come later.” DDG also shared his joy, posting, “THE BEST BABY IN THE WORLD JUST TURNED 1!”

This isn’t the first time DDG’s parenting decisions have drawn criticism. Months prior, Bailey voiced frustration over their son’s unexpected appearance on a livestream hosted by popular content creator Kai Cenat. “Just so everyone knows, I’m out of town, and I didn’t approve of my baby being on a stream tonight,” she posted on X in November. “I wasn’t told in advance, and I’m really upset that he was in front of millions of people without my knowledge. As his mother, I want to protect him, and it’s disappointing not to have been consulted—especially while I’m away.”

Later, Bailey elaborated on her concerns, opening up about her experience with postpartum struggles and the need for clear parental boundaries. “Going through severe postpartum is challenging, and there are limits I need to have respected. People don’t always understand what someone is dealing with until it becomes too much.” While some fans empathized with Bailey, others questioned her response. Despite the divided opinions, DDG has publicly acknowledged her feelings, signaling an effort to navigate co-parenting amid their personal challenges.

Produced by Cash Cobain, the track finds DDG pleading for access to his son. “Don’t take my son because he’s all I got / I’m just having fun, I don’t love these thots,” he raps, blending vulnerability with defiance.

In another verse, he suggests Bailey hasn’t moved on and expresses frustration over money influencing his time with Halo. “Tryna make me pay to see my son, that’s gonna make me hot,” he laments, later adding, “It’s not about the money, it’s more about the principle, you know I’m rich.”

DDG expanded on his grievances in a vlog, revealing he gets only “very minimal time” with Halo. He also claimed he was recently forced to leave Bailey’s home during a visit. In a follow-up video, he shared his deeper concerns. “I just don’t want it to come to the point where he’s like, ‘my pops ain’t around,’ and that’s my main thing.”

Despite his frustrations, DDG insisted he wants to avoid legal action. Calling the court process “extremely messy,” he made it clear he hopes to resolve the situation without escalating the conflict.

DDG and Halle Bailey began dating in early 2022, making their relationship public after being spotted together at an Usher concert. Their romance quickly became a topic of interest, with DDG frequently expressing his admiration for Bailey on social media.

In December 2023, they welcomed their son, Halo. However, by early 2024, rumors of their breakup surfaced, and DDG later confirmed their split. Their co-parenting situation soon turned contentious, with DDG accusing Bailey of limiting his access to their child.

The tension escalated when he released a diss track addressing their custody battle, further fueling public speculation.