The story follows Jamal King, a 21-year-old brother living in Bayview, a gritty town in California that is plagued by violence, drugs, and gang activities. Jamal is a talented rapper and songwriter, but his skills go unappreciated by the gang he is a part of, the 84th Crowned Disciples, who dismiss his dreams of making it as an artist as just another wannabe rapper. He's tired of being held back and wants to make a better life for his young daughter, Aria.
However, leaving the gang is easier said than done, and Jamal soon finds himself in a dangerous game that leaves him having a huge target on his back. His former associates don't take kindly to his departure and to make matters worse, Jamal's older brother was the former head seat of the gang, but he left the life behind, leaving Jamal to face the consequences. Now, Jamal is determined to protect Aria from the dangers of the streets and use his love for music as his ticket to find "A Way Out". But with his criminal past hanging over his head, Jamal can't get a regular job and must rely solely on his musical talent to pave the way to a better future.
Jamal must navigate the dangerous and cutthroat world where survival is a ruthless game, meeting new faces that could potentially aid him or take advantage of his situation while protecting his daughter from the haunting consequences of his past decisions. As he strives for a better life, tough choices emerges, with the potential to either advance or to destroy his chances of success. Jamal's knowledge and talent become crucial as he stays one step ahead, adapting to the challenges of both his new life as a father and the relentless pursuit of his music.
Kira Davis always kept up this good image that her parents want her to be. Living in small town out of Virginia, her parents are the very well known around town.
Her mom is the famous Dr. Blake Davis and her dad is the lawyer everyone goes to when they need legal help. Because of her looks and who her parents are, everyone expects Kira to do wonderful things like her parents.
Little do everyone know, Kira's parents are hiding a secret from her and when trouble finds it's way to the small town, their little secret turns in to a big secret. Now since Kira's older, she sees what her parents really are and doesn't want to become what they are.
So, she does unthinkable things by getting caught up with her best friend of nine years, Devon Jackson.
As she falls in love with Devon, more secrets are being exposed to the light. Now, Kira has choose between her dad and mom with what's going on.
Which side will she choose if her life depend on it?