Kodak Black, the 26-year-old rapper known for his chart-topping hits and sometimes controversial life, is about to become a father for the fifth time. The Florida native, whose real name is Bill Kahan Kapri, announced that he and his girlfriend, Maranda Johnson, are having a baby boy. This follows just days after the news revealed at their gender reveal party, where blue smoke was released to signify the arrival of another son into Kodak’s growing family.
BREAKING: Kodak black and his girlfriend are expecting a baby boy, this will be his 5th child 🎉❤️ PIC.TWITTER.COM/G5T64R63TJ
— Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) AUGUST 21, 2024
On August 20, a very vibrant video surfaced online showing that indeed Kodak was spotted with his new girlfriend, throwing what seemed to be a gender reveal party. The couple, surrounded by friends and family, counted down as fireworks lit up the sky. The reveal, confirmed by a sign that read “Baby Kapri,” is a boy, which was announced amidst blue smoke filling the air. Kodak, dressed casually, couldn’t contain his excitement, throwing his hands up in joy alongside his girlfriend, who sported a bright yellow outfit accentuating her baby bump.
Kodak Black has had a quite eventful journey to becoming a father, just like his career. In 2016, he became a first-time dad following the birth of his son named King Khalid Octave. He further boasts three more: daughters Izzabelaa and Queen Yurih, and most recently, a son named Prince Kapri born earlier this year. Each of these children is from different relationships, hence adding a bit of flavor to being a dad.
Despite all this, as a result of all that, he has succumbed to the fact that he needs to be there for his kids. From celebrating birthdays to just sharing time with his kids, he is known to share those moments of their lives on social media, which shows a different and soft side that most fans rarely see. As such, Kodak tries to be present in his children’s lives.
In the past, Kodak has openly shared his experiences of fatherhood, often reflecting on the joy it brings him. Following the arrival of Prince Kapri, he told TMZ, “I’m happy to be home with my family and my new son.” He described the experience of helping deliver his baby as “very special,” emphasizing the significance of bringing a new life into the world.
Controversy-turned-exciting news has not been the only emotional ups and downs for Kodak. Just a night before the gender reveal party, he hopped onto Instagram Live to vent about how lonely he feels, sharing, “Now I understand nobody give af about me if I ain’t paying.” This was quite an open admission, which helped move many fans by pointing out that he suffers beyond the glamour of fame.
The arrival of his fifth child has given Kodak a fresh perspective on fatherhood. In a recent interview, Kodak shared in his excitement over having another son, stating he’s going to be more active in his son’s life this time around. “If this baby is a boy, I’ll be right there, hands-on.” He said with laughter. He added humorously that he may do things a little different if the baby is a girl. This sentiment shows his commitment to being a present and engaged father.
Kodak seems to want to be a good father based on what he calls his own sour-upbringings. His father had left; he was raised by his single mother, so thus he grew up without a father figure. This upbringing has really shaped his views on family and has made him decide to be as involved as possible in the Life of his children.
From the highs and lows of his career to personal life, Kodak remains committed to his children. As he gets all dressed up to welcome baby number five into his life, Kodak Black floats into a new phase. There remain so many challenges toward the path of parenthood, especially with kids from different relationships—a thing which Kodak literally stands prepared for, whatsoever is to come his way. He literally said just recently that being a father wasn’t going to stop there; well, surely not with the announcement of a baby boy on his way.
Although Kodak has not trodden an easy path into being a father himself, he seems to realize the importance of family. His single mother raised him in a rough neighborhood after his father left home, so he knows how much he wishes things could be different for his children. In interviews, he speaks openly about what he hopes for his children. He often points out the key role of his Haitian roots, which helped shape the man he came to be today—even more through his music and explicitly in personal identity.
Kodak Black has had enough trouble with legal cases, and such experiences must have influenced his view of life and fatherhood. Mandates for drug rehabilitation and weapons charges form only a part of the list. At the same time, he speaks of turning his life and devoting himself to his family.
As Kodak prepares to welcome his fifth child, it’s clear that he’s not just a rapper but also a devoted fathe. Being a dad is top of his list; he speaks parametric about his children, so this new baby coming into the world brings even more joy in his heart. Here’s to Kodak Black and this new journey!
