Back in Jamaica after taking a hiatus from the local music scene, dancehall artist Kemar Highcon on Tuesday stopped by the studios of Fame 95FM to clear the air on several topical issues surrounding his career.
Regarding the grand theft auto case before the U.S. judiciary, Kemar did not disclose the granular details but emphasised that he is not facing deportation or prison time as initially reported by social media users and various media outlets. Noting that his attorney is handling the legalities surrounding the case, he’s presently a free man.
The Sauce Boss also implied that the situation derives from a former love interest in whose name he had allegedly purchased a motor vehicle before things went awry. He vowed not to repeat that mistake.
Despite the situation, he said he held no ill feelings towards the person and apologised if anyone had any towards him.
Promoting his latest single, “Grand Theft Auto” featuring Teejay and Rvssian, Kemar also used the opportunity to speak on the current music landscape in Jamaica, explaining that he loves the vibrance of the culture but is disconnected from the current topics in dancehall, many of which he finds to be “out of pocket.”
Kemar Highcon’s legal woes stem from his arrest on May 5th in Broward County, Florida, where he was accused of unlawfully possessing someone else’s property. He was taken into custody by Margate police and released on a U$500 bond. The charges relate to the theft of an automobile valued between U$750 and U$20,000, which can result in a third-degree felony charge, a potential prison sentence of five years, and a maximum fine of U$5,000.
Kemar Highcon is best known for his 2018 hit single “So Saucy,” which aided him in gaining prominence throughout the diaspora.
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