In a revealing interview, rapper Certified Trapper admitted that the controversial viral photos of him holding a baby in December 2023 were deliberately staged to generate attention while also addressing widespread media misrepresentation of his family life.
The incident, which sparked intense social media scrutiny and commentary on his parenting, was initially reported by many outlets as his first experience with fatherhood. However, Certified Trapper clarified that he is already a father of four, and the narrative of him being an inexperienced parent was entirely false.
The controversy erupted in December 2023 when images surfaced of Certified Trapper holding a baby in a manner many viewers deemed inappropriate. The photos quickly spread across social media platforms, with numerous media outlets framing the story as a new father dangerously mishandling his firstborn child. In reality, Certified Trapper is an experienced parent.
In a May 2024 interview, he set the record straight:
“That wasn’t my first baby, and in that picture, you see me with two other kids.”
He expressed frustration with the media’s portrayal, acknowledging the role of sensationalism:
“I understand what the media is doing… but you fall for that [expletive] sometimes.”
Perhaps the most striking revelation is Certified Trapper’s admission that the way he held the baby was a calculated move to go viral. When asked if he intentionally posed that way, knowing the reaction it would provoke, he responded,
“Hell yeah, hell yeah.”
He explained that while taking photos with the child’s mother, he initially “played it cool” with standard pictures before switching to the controversial pose.
“I did it like taking a picture, and then I knew it was probably going to go viral,”
he said.
Contrary to the viral narrative, Certified Trapper is a father of four, which he emphasized in his interview:
“I got four [kids].”
His music frequently reflects his role as a parent, with lyrics like
“I love my babies, I die for”
In his track Trap Story, underscoring the importance of fatherhood in his life. The misrepresentation of his parental status distorted public perception and overshadowed the reality of his established family life.
Certified Trapper has built a notable career in the rap scene, with a discography that includes tracks like First Day Out (October 2022), Tweakin (October 2022), Trap Story (January 2024), and Weekend (January 2025).
His music, known for its authentic street narratives and personal storytelling, has resonated with audiences across platforms like Spotify, where his 2022 song Baby further solidified his presence. The viral incident, while controversial, fits within a broader pattern of his strategic approach to maintaining visibility in a competitive industry.
