Previously on "Bel-Air"...
I want to apologize for the past.
- We were young. - Yes.
But while I could excuse it in college, as an adult,
I can own it.
I'm sorry, Viv.
Oh.
Uh, I'm--I'm sorry.
- That cannot happen. - No, I agree.
It seems like everybody made up except for us.
I just wish things could have started a little differently.
We still got time for a do-over.
Mom, Dad, I would love for you to meet my friend Amira.
Prioritize yourself right now.
Let Carlton do the same.
Me and LaMarcus have a very special announcement.
I got down on my knee
and asked the love of my life to marry me.
I'm sorry that I hurt you, Jazz.
Every time something in life gets hard, you run.
It's only a matter of time
before you run away from that nigga, too.
If you'll consider teaming up, final spot
in "Young, Gifted, and Black" is yours.
We are really about to start a business together.
You, uh, got any ideas?
A million.
*
- Think about our hobbies. - OK, what do we like to do?
Master class for Black athletes.
A bread pudding dessert ball.
- Chest toupees. - Uncle Phil could use that.
Think about it.
The freedom to drive around in peace without worrying
about getting pulled over.
The app would hack into local police scanners
so you would know exactly where the speed traps are.
Dope. Not a bad idea.
No. Just an illegal one.
- How illegal are we talking? - Right.
Picture this.
A shopping cart you don't have to push.
They just follow you around the store, Aunt Viv.
It feels unnecessary.
OK, I think you guys are going to love this one.
An online trading post for designer clothes.
- I mean, that's fire. - Right?
Like, it's--it's brilliant. You--you would totally use it.
Absolutely.
In fact, I already do.
It's a very popular app called Depop.
Damn it!
- Good morning, Will. - Good morning.
You're up and at 'em early, nephew.
Just catching up on Quentin's reading list.
You know he reads a book a week?
I just love the way this guy thinks.
Check this out.
"You got to shift into that hustle mentality.
"Learn you can create your life instead of letting
life happen to you."
Yeah, I read Quentin's memoir--he's a smart young man.
Yeah, and he's always thinking about what's next.
Imagine--
one of the biggest fighters in the world at 22,
millions in endorsement deals, at the top of his game.
And what does he do? He pivots.
He starts investing into startups, you know.
He got into crypto before anybody
even knew what that was.
And look at him now.
See, that's the hustle I'm trying to have.
I love where your head's at, Will.
Mm-hmm.
But now that you're not playing basketball this summer,
it seems like you got a lot of free time.
And we've been thinking that you
might want to pick up some hours at the country club.
Hours?
Well, Quentin held down a full-time job
while he was training for his first fight.
I mean, you spend your days at the club anyway.
I made a few calls. They're still hiring.
What are y'all talking about?
Will getting a job at the club.
Why?
Carlton, your father and I think
you could use a job, too. - Wait, what?
You could stand to learn the value of a little hard work.
Yo, literally, what is happening?
Your therapist said that structure is important.
You know, a routine would be good for you.
I have a routine.
Wha--you--we have to turn in our business plan
this week, right?
Look, man, we been racking our brains, and we got nothing.
I think if we want to have an idea,
we should be out there networking, you know.
The country club is full of power players.
It's full of kids we go to school with.
The stares, the sad eyes, the "how are yous?"
You can't hide from life, son.
All right, sooner or later, the day will come.
Great. I vote later.
- Carlton, I believe in you. - And I appreciate that.
This is nonnegotiable.
Keep us posted.
♪ High-res vision
♪ High tops fitting just right ♪
♪ Rich almost like that, I don't drop right style ♪
♪ Drop top whipping all night, V12 high screen ♪
♪ Breaking necks when you see me on sight ♪
♪ Break brand-new respect
♪ Ain't slept, next check just right ♪
It's always good to see you, Mr. Briggs.
Well, I was pleasantly surprised you wanted a job.
You've been a regular on our pickleball courts.
Yeah, man, I'm still trying to figure out my sweet spot
on that ground stroke.
It's all about lining up
the hand-eye coordination. - Yeah.
Yeah.
And, uh, how are you, Carlton?
I mean, really, are you taking care of yourself?
I am. Thanks.
Your parents have been members for years,
and I will do anything to help.
Well, that's amazing to hear because, uh, me and Carlton
are actually a part of a very prestigious
entrepreneurship program. - Oh.
Yeah, we would love the opportunity
to grow our business skills.
Uh, account management, maybe--maybe sales.
Well, I'm afraid at this juncture,
the options are a little limited.
Oh, darn. Maybe next summer.
No, we're not picky.
Yeah, we'd be happy to learn the business
from the ground up. - Good.
I have something perfect for you two.
Cha-ching.
Don't tell me we're gonna be pit pigs.
Pit what?
It's what we call the cart cleaners.
Will, you're one of us now.
Welcome to the pit.
You, my friend, you're a little overdressed.
*
I should be in bed right now.
*
Sister!
I have treats for you.
So we have fresh crepes with lemon sauce,
a twist of jasmine ganache, and whipped cream.
Yum! What's the occasion?
Girl, this cookware company gave me,
like, a dozen crepe makers.
You want one?
Give one to your friends or something.
I mean, how does it feel to be so in demand?
It's wild.
I just signed with this big agency,
and I'm excited to see what's next.
Your sis is kind of blowing up.
Here.
I mean, too bad all social media cares about
is your engagement. - I know, right?
That video damn near broke the Internet.
Mm.
Ash...
what do you have against LaMarcus?
I mean, he's fine enough, but he's no Jazz.
OK?
Anyway...
OK, so what are the plans for sister-sister day?
Whatever you want to do.
OK, so I'm thinking mani-pedis,
lunch at Nobu, vintage shopping,
and a quick stop at Charlie's Vinyl.
That's it.
I saw you sneak that in there.
You're not slick. - What?
Jazz set aside a few albums for my new record player.
And you said whatever I want.
*
My body was not made for hard work.
Yeah, but at least we're almost finished.
Wait, Carlton?
What, you're back?
And you're working as a pit pig?
Wait, what is this, like, rehab-mandated or--
Nope, parent mandated.
And Carlton doesn't need his resident dope dealer anymore,
so, uh, take your cart and hit the green.
OK, we are loaded, and we are up next.
Oh, hey, Carlton.
Look at you. Back on your feet.
Mr. Sinclair, thanks.
Please, stop.
It's Paul.
Smith, right?
I've been cheering you on at every Bel-Air Academy game.
You're one hell of a player, aren't you?
I'm all right.
Sorry, sorry.
I'm Connor's dad. - Uh, stepdad.
Well, listen, I appreciate that.
Always nice to meet a fan, Paul.
You're staying fit?
We're going to need you in top shape
to take us through the final next season!
You know, actually, I quit
basketball for the summer.
Me and Carlton are starting a business.
Why the hell would you do that?
Oh, we got into this young entrepreneurship program
run by Quentin Harrison.
It's actually a pretty big deal.
Oh, yeah.
Trying to build some generational wealth,
like y'all, you feel me?
Ah, good for you, son. Do you know what?
I work for Google, so if you ever need anything,
you know, like an introduction or a connect, you let me know,
OK? - Yeah.
Let's go.
- Welcome back. - See you, dude.
See, man? You hear that?
Look, that's the type of time I'm trying to be on--
out there caddying or some shit,
connecting with those guys,
instead of hanging here scraping bumpers.
Hey, yo, fraternizing with the members is against policy.
OK, well, some of those members
are actually our friends, so chill out.
I'm not trying to hear none of that shit
you talking about, OK?
When you're on the clock, you're one of us.
Simple. Just do your job.
What?
He ain't talking to me like that.
Good.
Focus.
If your gut's telling you something's off, listen to it.
Go again. Harder!
Keep that left up.
I got it, old man. Yeah?
All right. Show me what you got.
Oh! You trying to clock me?
- You know I told you. - You told me what?
You ready for a break now, yeah?
I think I am.
I used to train at a boxing club in Angel Estates.
I guess I still got a lot to learn about you.
Same here.
Like exactly what you're keeping me safe from.
Look, you just have to trust me for now, yeah?
Mysterious and that.
I got it.
Anything to do with the Hill Boys Syndicate?
That who you ran with back in the day?
Ahh. Where did you hear that?
Oh, I heard a lot of things growing up.
Well, like I said before,
you can't believe everything you hear.
You get me? - So you didn't kill a man?
What kind of house manager do you think I am?
*
Ready for our next round, huh?
Sparring team.
All right, you ready for the sparring team.
Yo, yo.
When y'all start working here?
Oh. Oh, shit. What up, Q?
What's happening?
You know, we still trying to hustle from all sides,
like you said in your book, you know?
Getting the coin from the bottom up.
No doubt. You know, I respect the hustle, man,
but what's up with y'all idea?
Uh, actually, we are--
You know, we're still working out the details.
both: Yeah. Fine tuning.
Hmm. I let you in this program
because I saw something special, but y'all behind.
Look, um, I know this opportunity
is once in a lifetime, and I promise you,
we won't let you down.
A'ight.
I'm trying to put you in front of some top investors
before the end of the summer.
Yeah, and that would be amazing.
You a baller, Will.
You know how to work good against the clock.
Damn right I do.
You got 48 hours to pitch me on your business plan,
or I got to move on-- point blank.
All right, I'ma holla at y'all.
*
Viv, I hate to bombard you the second you come
out of the elevator, but your call sheet is,
like, a mile long, so we need to start
rolling calls, like, now.
Oh, here's your coffee. Oh, cute top.
I also need you to approve the layout for the LACMA exhibit
by lunch, and I set aside 15 minutes
for us to go over your vision for the donor dinner.
Good morning to you, too, Cruz.
Oh, sorry. Did I not say that?
Good morning.
Well, what on Earth?
Neeman season.
How exciting.
Neeman season.
Yes, applications are officially open.
Oh, OK.
Now you hold the keys to the kingdom.
So, from now until you announce the next fellow,
you're basically the most powerful
woman in the art world. - Ooh.
Yeah.
Oh.
Hey, babe.
I just got into the office. Everything OK?
No, um, the dates got mixed up,
so now I'm looking for a new caterer
for my firm opening party tomorrow.
Um, well, did you talk to Hilary?
I did, but she said, and I quote, "Sorry, Daddy.
Booked and busy," end quote.
Now, I hate to ask, but I know your contact list runs deep.
Any ideas?
Uh...
I got you.
I got this.
Let me see what I can do.
Mm. Thank you, babe.
I love you. Mwah. You're the best.
OK, well...
Most powerful woman,
and yet I'm still my husband's party planner.
Mm, they really are helpless, aren't they?
That's why I don't have one.
But I'm not opposed if you know any good candidates.
Cruz...
♪ What am I doin' in here? What am I doin'? ♪
♪ What am I doin'? What am I doin' in here? ♪
Later, Jazz.
Yo, what the fuck?
Shit.
- Jazz! - Ash-Bash! What's up?
Oh, I got those Shamir records you wanted.
Let's make this quick, Ash.
Seriously?
Believe me, it's not my choice.
Can't stay away from a brother,
even after basking in your post-engagement bliss.
Careful, Jazz. You sound pressed.
"Pressed"?
What, over your little arranged marriage?
Come on, now, Hilary. - Stop it.
What me and LaMarcus have is rock solid,
unlike you and your little Baddie of the Month Club.
- OK. - Uh, what's this?
Delinquent taxes?
Uh, just some store paperwork.
You know? No big deal.
It seems like a big deal, Jazz.
What's going on?
What's going on is, I need to ring you up
and get back to work, but thank you.
*
I know this place isn't fancy,
but the food is five-star-- West African-inspired tacos.
Also, the chef is easy on the eyes.
Stay focused, Cruz.
OK, more important-- he's available last minute.
- Oh, OK. Now you're talking. - Yeah.
Shareef, this is Vivian Banks.
Hi.
Nice to meet you. - You as well.
I, uh--I hear you're in a bit of a bind?
Yeah.
Chicken or goat?
Goat sounds a bit adventurous.
Uh, chicken. - That's a good choice.
Mm.
*
One chicken for the lady.
Thank you.
OK, let's see.
Oh, my God. - Mm-hmm.
- What? - It's good, right?
This is amazing.
I think you're hired.
Mm. Mm-hmm.
*
Look, bruh, I ain't trying to be a dick,
but you missed a spot-- a few, actually.
First of all, I ain't your bruh,
and nobody's going to notice.
I got way better shit to focus on.
Right. Right.
You know, I used to see you in your little tennis shorts,
doing cannonballs in the pool and shit.
What happened, hmm?
Mommy and Daddy make you get a job?
You don't know me, Zaire. Now watch out.
- Oh, I don't? - No, you don't know.
My mama worked a double shift her whole life.
I ain't scared of no hard work.
Caught in between both worlds.
Same.
I live in Inglewood, go to school in Brentwood.
Just got some cool teachers looking out.
Hooked me up with this summer gig.
- You're a private school kid? - Hey, don't get it twisted.
You don't know my story either.
But, I mean, gig not that bad, bro.
We all know the ins and outs of this place.
You can either complain about the system,
or you can make it work for you.
But can the system help me
with my entrepreneurship program?
Look, man I'm just looking for some inspiration for ideas,
that's all.
Hole nine.
See, them tech guys,
they get real chatty after a couple beers.
One question, they'll tell you how they
started their whole empire.
Be back in 20?
20.
*
Hold the cart. Golfers are playing through.
Hey, can you believe Will is throwing away basketball?
I don't get it.
I mean, does no one tell him
he's throwing away his entire future on a--on a pipe dream?
Trust me. Will is delusional.
He wants to be a Bel-Air kid so bad.
That's a waste.
Just dribble the ball.
We're clear.
*
Everything OK?
You look a little tense.
Uh, no. Yeah, no, I'm fine.
Just, uh--just chilling.
Nothing to do
with whoever you just sent a text to right now?
I know the last thing you want to talk about
is my relationships.
I know dating is a big part of being a teenager,
and I want all of that for you.
Yeah, well, it doesn't look like that's
going to happen anytime soon.
I want you to be happy.
But maybe it's better if you get your life together first
before you bring somebody else into it.
OK.
But...
since you're open, and--and I appreciate that...
Amira really helped me through rehab...
like, a lot.
And I just don't want to lose that.
She sounds really special.
She really is.
We can even talk to Dr. Thomas about it.
All I ask is that you keep an open mind.
I'll talk to your dad.
*
I appreciate you taking the time to look over my discovery.
I know you're busy with your own cases.
It's the least I could do,
with all the businesses your firm sent my way.
Nightcap? - Yeah, maybe a finger or two.
To us...
and an even more fruitful partnership than I imagined.
We do stay winning.
So, um, I got to ask--
did you tell her...
about the kiss?
There's nothing for Viv to know.
We put it behind us, remember? - We did.
I did. I just, uh...
just still feel a little guilty.
Let's keep the past in the past.
- It'll be our secret. - Thank you.
I'll see you tomorrow, then.
*
I just think that's absolutely fantastic.
I would be so honored.
I mean, who else can say they have
a recommendation from the head of the Neeman Foundation?
Oh, Will!
*
Hey, Will.
Hey, Jackie.
Jackie just asked me to write her recommendation
for her Juilliard application.
Oh, OK, that's--that's dope. Congrats.
- I figured I'd shoot my shot. - I'll be rooting for you.
Please tell your uncle I said hi.
And if you need anything else, just let me know.
Thank you again, Mrs. Banks.
- You look good. - It's been a minute.
So country club boy these days?
Uh, yeah.
Yeah, you know...
Becoming more and more like Carlton every day.
I was low-key bummed when I heard you left the team.
I thought I'd be seeing you this summer.
Doc says something went down with your pops?
That was nothing.
You don't have to do that with me.
He told me that basketball was the only thing I was good at.
As if he even knows me.
My mom used to throw little shots
about not having a dancer's body.
But every recital...
whose face was I looking for in the audience?
Right. It's like we shouldn't give a fuck, but--
We do.
But, hey, look at you now...
Miss Juilliard.
Maybe we're both bigger than the boxes
they try to put us in.
*
Well, anyway, I should-- - Yeah.
No, thanks for, uh, stopping by.
Mm-hmm, yeah.
*
Don't be a stranger.
*
What it do, buddy?
Girl, those pants are fire. I'm stealing them.
Hey, baby boo. You look new.
I'm Spencer, group moderator.
Carlton.
Newcomer.
All righty, then.
Sit anywhere your little heart desires,
preferably in the first two rows.
Everyone's always trying to hide in the back.
Hurts my feelings.
Amira.
Hey.
Carlton?
What are you doing here?
Well, you know, I'm just trying to stay sober,
like everyone else.
I mean at this meeting, the one I told you I come to?
OK, I-I've been texting you.
All right? I Snapped you.
You're totally ghosting. Is everything OK?
Just trying to set a boundary.
Is this because of my mom?
Because she's totally coming around.
I am an all-or-nothing kind of girl.
So...
with you, I think it'd be best we just go cold turkey.
OK?
I-I totally respect you wanting to put a pause
on whatever this is, but...
I don't have anyone else I can talk to about this stuff.
All right, look, I need you.
This is nothing.
It has to be.
You stalking me isn't going to make this shit any better, OK?
- Whoa, stalking. I-- - You know what?
You stay, and I will find another meeting.
*
You don't have to sit in the front row if you don't want to.
*
And how is it possible that we can't come up
with one viable business idea?
Maybe this whole pivot was a stupid move.
Maybe we chuck it,
lean into this pit-pigs thing as our natural calling.
Look, I hate to be that nigga,
but y'all are bitching
over some real bougie-ass shit right now, man--no cap.
I mean, look, y'all get to give up,
try new things, start over,
find yourself, drop out, quit.
It don't work like that for everybody.
Some of us, when we go down, we stay down.
*
Wait, I'm sorry. Who invited you?
Like, does my dad fuck with you like that?
Hey, I invited him.
Jazz's been going through it with his record shop.
Tax collector has been on his ass.
Ah. Shit, I'm sorry, man.
Oh, man, I appreciate it.
It just seems like everybody want a piece of South LA
right now.
There's a lot of new businesses coming in.
I might even lose my fucking record shop.
Like...
Where's the bar at?
Catch y'all.
Boys, you made it.
What up, G?
I'd like to introduce you to my son, Frederick.
- Oh. - This is Carlton.
Yo, great to finally meet you.
- You too. - And this is--
- Will, the legend. - What's up?
I heard we got a lot in common--outsiders and all.
Oh, yeah.
Not so much an outsider anymore.
- Yeah, it's nice to meet you. - You too.
So what brings you to Bel-Air this summer, Frederick?
Seemed as good a time as any, before classes start back up--
some long-overdue bonding time.
- You hungry? - I'm starving.
- Come on. - Come on.
Well, that seems to be going well.
Mm. I don't know, you know?
Boy's got a lot of questions I can't answer.
I think he's wearing thin.
Maybe you should tell him the truth.
Well, if there's one thing this Carlton situation's taught me,
it's trust your kid to meet you halfway.
Trust is a new one for me, Phil.
What do you think about giving him a job at the firm?
Give him some freedom, but you can still keep an eye on him.
*
Oh.
Oh, sorry. I got caught up at work.
both: Oh.
This looks great. Fantastic turnout.
And your caterer is a hit.
Thanks again for pulling off a miracle, baby.
Oh, hey, Erika.
Viv. Oh, so good to see you.
- Oh. - You look great.
Oh, some clients just walked in.
Excuse me.
Baby, I am so glad you're here.
You know I'm always better with you by my side.
Of course.
Oh, Viv, this is Dave and his wife, Gloria.
They sit on the Los Angeles Urban League Board.
Oh, you all do incredible work.
And I hear you're a brilliant fundraiser.
We always need support.
Yeah, we'd be happy to host something at the house.
- Yes, well... - Really?
Well, we'll make it something easy.
Say, a luncheon or a cocktail hour?
Yeah, we'll send over some dates.
And that fundraiser that you threw last year
was such a success, you know.
Maybe we can do something in that vein.
Ladies, and gentlemen, may I have your attention, please?
I have a few words.
Look at Philip Banks & Associates
ready to run this damn city!
Yeah!
We owe so much of our launch success
to our partnership with Carson and Lake law firm.
Thank you for the business you've sent our way.
Now, I could not have done it without the support
of my incredible family,
especially my stunning wife,
who makes me look good just by standing next to me.
But today is also about each and every one of you.
I mean, look at the power players
you're rubbing elbows with right now.
We've got media mogul Byron Allen in the house,
ladies and gentlemen.
Thank you.
Uncle Nearest founder, Fawn Weaver.
And Mielle Organics co-founders
Monique and Melvin Rodriguez...
and so many more.
Thank you. Welcome, welcome, welcome.
Now, my firm is dedicated to letting the ladder down
so that the next generation can climb.
So let's lift each other
and share in the hard-fought battle scars
that won our success.
It starts right now, right here, today.
Cheers, folks. all: Cheers!
Listen, business is nothing more than a sport.
And the way we keep score is with money.
Now, the good news is, you're on the right track,
because it's about ownership, ownership, ownership.
I've been an entrepreneur for decades,
but when I heard the story of Uncle Nearest,
the enslaved man who taught Jack Daniel
how to make whiskey,
I knew that my purpose would be manifested.
When you got your ride-or-die partner,
you are halfway there.
The best way to find your idea--
figure out what it is that makes you the special sauce.
How are you going to make this succeed?
What you're trying to say is just as important
as whatever it is you are trying to do.
And I only need you to remember one thing.
Greatness is a decision.
And when you decide to be unstoppable, you will be.
♪ Work a plan now
♪ Can't I, can't I, can't I, can't I? ♪
*
Shareef. Shareef.
Vivian. I was hoping you'd swing my way.
Oh, my God. Everything is perfection.
As long as the queen is happy.
Ugh.
Oh, OK, so, Shareef, I wanted to introduce you
to my daughter Hilary.
- Oh, pleasure. - She's also a chef.
- Your tacos were magnifique. - Mm, thank you.
Was that alligator pepper I tasted?
Mm-hmm.
I didn't even know they had that in LA.
Oh, I got all the homeland hook-ups.
Mm.
Leimert has some good markets.
Crenshaw, West Adams--
You see, I knew you two would have a lot to talk about.
- You know I do. I love-- - Yes, I know.
OK, I got to be real with you--my mind is blown.
How do you have an adult daughter?
I mean...
You guys could be sisters.
- Pardon me, ladies. - OK.
What?
That fine-ass chef was flirting with you, like, hard.
And apparently Mama still got it.
I'm telling Daddy. - What?
There's nothing to talk about.
Jazz.
Mr. Banks.
- I'm glad you made it out. - Congratulations.
There's a lot of big dogs in here.
Yeah, just a few.
Hope you got to do a little networking.
I know you know the value of ownership.
Oh, absolutely.
So how's the vinyl store doing?
I heard a lot of businesses in your area have been struggling.
You know, I'm just hanging in there.
Yeah.
Well, I'm always looking for opportunities to extend
my investment portfolio.
If you have any interest, I'd be happy to infuse the store
with a little liquid capital,
and with the vinyl market exploding the way it has...
We could grab some time this week and talk about it.
I appreciate that, Mr. Banks.
- All right. - Mm-hmm.
- It's good to see you, Jazz. - Good to see you.
*
This is not a good time.
No.
You know I can't talk when Geoffrey's around.
No, I-I swear I ain't said nothing.
Geoffrey has no idea.
OK.
OK, cool. I'll talk to you later.
*
Yeah.
OK, yeah, um, I will have it to you first thing Monday morning.
All right, you too.
You've certainly been keeping my husband busy.
Me? No, no.
I mean, we do work some late nights,
but I swear we put it all behind us.
OK.
Is everyone enjoying themselves?
Oh, thank you.
You two... have fun tonight, hmm?
*
Hilary, I need to talk to you.
What are you still doing here?
The party's over. - I don't need your charity.
- Excuse me? - Oh, what?
You're trying to play me?
You told your dad to give me a business loan, right?
- I hope you took it. - Hell, no, I didn't take it!
Of course not. Still so proud.
Still stuck in your own way. - OK, so check this out.
I need you to stay in your lane and stay out of mine.
Oh, really?
Says the person who keeps popping up
at every Banks family function?
Oh, word?
But you don't just pop up at my record shop?
What are you talking about? - I didn't want to do that.
I told you that. That was my sister.
Oh, your sister.
Yeah, yeah, yes, Ashley loves me.
And Will, he also loves me.
And now your dad loves me.
It seems as if Jazz is actually a great fucking guy, Hilary.
So, if we hate each other so much,
why do we keep ending up in the same fucking room?
I don't know. How about you tell me?
♪ Let it be known I'm not afraid ♪
♪ It's just a bad situation, bad situation ♪
What--what--what is this?
*
Um, I'm sorry.
I...
♪ I'm not afraid
I'm gonna go.
♪ It's just a bad situation, bad situation ♪
♪ I'm letting go 'cause I can't wait ♪
♪ To end this bad situation, bad situation ♪
Fuck.
*
Y'all came all the way down to the club
and pulled me out of my poker game.
What's up? - You said 48 hours.
We had to catch you before time ran out.
So we're mixing it up with the heaviest hitters
in the CEO game tonight.
And all I kept thinking was, how the hell does a kid like me
get in a room like that? - And then it hits us.
We're the special sauce. - Mm-hmm.
OK, so hit me with what you got.
We share our story--
the addict who got a second chance.
And the West Philly basketball phenom
who dared to reach for more.
And then we brand our message, right?
Turn it into some fly merch. I'm talking tees, sweats, swag.
But it's not just a brand. It's a lifestyle.
Yeah, we could build this into books, events, podcasts.
We want to build a conversation and a legacy.
And we want to keep it 100
by giving some of the proceeds to Black-owned businesses.
Starting with Charlie's Vinyl in Inglewood.
I fuck with Charlie's.
We want to let the ladder down
to lift the culture up, to grant access.
The same access that changed my life.
I'm leaning in, boys. So what you're gonna call it?
both: Blackccess.
Ooh, that's hot.
OK.
I'm down. - OK, OK, all right.
Congratulations, baby...
- Mm. - On a successful night.
It was so nice having you by my side today.
- Mm. - Working the room.
Dream team.
Mm.
And you know I love it. - Mm.
But all those dinners and fundraisers
you volunteered me for, I ain't doing none of them.
Mm-mm. Baby, I don't have the time.
I'll do my best, but--
You have different priorities
that don't revolve around me and my every need.
Yeah, that part.
But my baby is a boss now.
both: Mm, mm, mm.
Yes, sir. Get used to it.
Mm, I like it.
I like it a lot.
And what was going on with your girl Erika?
What was she on? - Huh? I didn't really notice.
Oh, come on. How could you not?
I mean, she definitely had too many drinks,
that's for damn sure.
Why? Did she say anything to you?
Every time I got near her,
she'd find a reason just to run off.
I wouldn't put too much on it.
Welcome back, everyone,
to what has been an absolutely thrilling match
here at Villa Park.
It's Aston Villa 2, Arsenal 2,
with just 15 minutes left on the clock.
Both teams are fighting tooth and nail for a crucial goal...
It's true.
I ran with the Hill Boys.
I started as a Top Boy.
It was...
dirty work.
Saw a lot...
climbed fast.
I was good...
second-in-command good.
Hmm.
Then you came along.
You made me want to be a different man.
I wanted out of the game.
*
And that didn't go down so well.
My boss...
the boss...
even after years of serving by his side, he...
*
He tried to take my life.
I fought back.
It was him or me, you understand?
He was a friend,
a father beloved by his young-uns.
Been hiding ever since.
But they may have finally found me.
*
They know who you are now.
*
I need you close. That's why you're here.
*
Uh, my first meeting...
I didn't show up for me
or my sobriety.
I came here for a girl,
which I'm sure you probably all witnessed.
My entire life, I've been an expert
at lying to get my own way.
Since I got out of rehab...
I just want to make my family proud of me.
And after everything I put them through, I...
So I smile, and I say that I'm all good...
and I'm excited for the journey ahead...
because I know that they just want to know
that I'm gonna be OK.
But I think I'm still lying...
About--about the anxiety every time I leave the house,
about feeling like a pariah every time someone whispers
about me or doubts me.
*
I don't know.
I just didn't know that I would feel this alone.
Carlton, look around.
You're not alone anymore, kid.
*
Oh, these people are doing too much.
Mm, this one isn't about Neeman season.
Enjoy.
*
So I guess I'm the stalker now.
I-I didn't see you in there.
Um... - I hung in the hallway.
You were brave and honest.
Um...
I am a walking shit show.
Let a lot of people down multiple times.
Been there.
So the thought of someone needing me--
Look, I shouldn't have put that on you.
I'm sorry.
But what scares me even more...
I need you, too.
So why don't we just be scared together?
*
♪ Whip the whip so hard and make them nauseous ♪
♪ Yeah, you with them big dogs now ♪
♪ Proceed with caution
♪ Play with big bands
All right, boys, let's stack her up and send her out!
You're good. Get out.
Get out of here. - Go, go, go.
Move! Come on!
Come on, let's move. Let's make a move.
Make a move. - All right.
All right. Break time, fellas.
Oh, also, Briggs wanted me to introduce y'all
to our new yoga instructor.
I actually think y'all know her.
Hey, y'all.
Your Aunt Viv put in a good word for me.
That's my aunt-- always looking out.
Oh, my mom is so messy.
♪ Can I get a trigger warning? ♪