Maybe Ras was warning the police when he wrote “Won’t Catch Me Runnin’” back in 1995. Nevertheless, word is that one of hip-hop’s best lyricists is on the run from one time. Sources from his label (Priority) have confirmed that Ras Kass has fled to New York to avoid his arrest.
The incident stems from Ras, real name John Austin III, being arrested for DUI for the third time. He was scheduled to appear in court on January 12th, 2003 where he would have likely received the mandatory 9 month sentence. Ras no-showed the hearing and left for NYC.
Ras was scheduled to release his highly anticipated/delayed third album, “Goldyn Chyld.” His last album, “Van Gogh,” was never officially released after 2 years of delays. His upcoming album features production from Dr. Dre, DJ Premier, Hi-Tek and Scott Storch to name a few. Ras is best-known for his debut, “Soul on Ice,” regarded by many to be one of the most lyrically brilliant albums ever made. Stay up Ras…
