Marcell Johnson

The discovery of a dark secret throws a wrench into Lucious' deeply personal music video about his mother, whilst secret affairs compromise Hakeem and Jamal.

In an effort to end the cycle of violence, Jamal refuses to make music until his family makes peace. Meanwhile, the Feds want Anika to testify against Lucious and Cookie calls a meeting at Hakeem and Laura's wedding.

Cookie announces that the number one album for Empire's 20-For-20 will be a competition between the label's top artists. The family plan a special Prince and Princesses-themed birthday party.

Cookie tries to convince the board that Lucious is fine. Eddie helps Lucious in the studio. Detective Pamela Rose has some information.

The Lyons band together to help Hakeem with his custody battle for Bella; Claudia grows more possessive of Lucious; Jamal introduces Warren to Lucious; Andre begins seeing a new therapist; one of Becky's old flames returns.

Lucious and Thirsty attempt to counter Eddie's takeover by presenting him with legal papers. Meanwhile, Cookie reflects on her tumultuous relationship with her mother.