# Ovrkast Rejects Outkast Trademark Lawsuit

> Ovrkast denies copying Outkast's name, claims no intent to confuse fans.
- Title: Ovrkast Rejects Outkast Trademark Lawsuit · Rolling Stone
- Summary: Ovrkast denies copying Outkast's name, claims no intent to confuse fans. Ovrkast says he never intended to copy Outkast's name or confuse fans, rejecting…
- Keywords: ovrkast, outkast, trademark, lawsuit, hiphop, silas wilson, Rejects, Rolling Stone
- Source: Rolling Stone — https://rollingstone.com/music/music-news/outkast-ovrkast-speaks-out-trademark-infringement-lawsuit-1235632244
- Author: Charisma Madarang
- Published: 2026-09-26T00:58:34+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ovrkast, outkast, trademark, lawsuit, hiphop, silas wilson
## Ovrkast pushes back against Outkast lawsuit
California rapper Ovrkast is contesting a trademark infringement lawsuit filed by Outkast over his nearly identical stage name.
## Ovrkast denies copying Outkast name
Ovrkast states he built his name independently of Outkast and never intended to copy or confuse fans with their moniker.
## Ovrkast's statement on name
Ovrkast emphasized his deep respect for Outkast's legacy and hopes for a resolution to continue his hip-hop career.
## Outkast lawsuit claims
Outkast alleges Ovrkast, whose real name is Silas Wilson, knowingly used his name to trade on Outkast's fame and caused consumer confusion.
## Ovrkast's past interview
In a 2025 Rolling Stone interview, Ovrkast said he wasn't thinking about Outkast when his name was misread as such.
## Ovrkast reneged on agreement
Outkast claims Ovrkast broke a binding agreement to change his name to Overkxst and stop using it online.
## Key takeaway

Ovrkast says he never intended to copy Outkast's name or confuse fans, rejecting trademark infringement claims.