Ezri Walker

Jamal partners with Angelo Dubois to host a summit for gun violence awareness, Lucious tries to win over Cookie, Hakeem and Shine start to record new songs together, and Andre gets into trouble with the police.

Cookie calls in a favour to have mega-superstar Kitty record a new song with Jamal, hoping he will overcome his inability to perform. Andre finds trouble while Hakeem and Gram compete for Tiana's attention.

Lucious ignites an epic battle with Cookie with the announcement of his new project. Jamal connects with a musician in rehab, and Tiana and Hakeem fight Nessa for a place in the music showcase.

Cookie hosts a free park concert to appeal to the masses and help Angelo's mayor campaign. The FBI continues its investigation of Lucious and freezes Empire's assets.

Angelo has concerns about Cookie's past jeopardising his attempt to become major. Meanwhile, Tariq's birthday celebration takes an unexpected turn.

Cookie battles with guilt over her encounter with Lucious and tries to move forward with Angelo. Meanwhile, Leah reaches out to Tariq for help with taking down Anika.