‘Luke Cage’ Soundtrack: Hear Gang Starr Songs That Inspired the Episode Titles (Videos)

Read synopses of each episode in the Marvel-Netflix series and listen to songs by the legendary rap group that gave them their names

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Episode 1: “Moment of Truth”

With tension building in the streets of Harlem thanks to ruthless club owner Cottonmouth, Luke finds living a quiet life increasingly difficult.

Episode 2: “Code of the Streets”

Luke is pulled deeper into the fight for his neighborhood when, as a favor to an old friend, he tries to help a kid who’s in trouble with Cottonmouth.

Episode 3: “Who’s Gonna Take the Weight?”

In the aftermath of a chaotic event at a favorite Harlem hangout, Luke heeds the call to action — and hits Cottonmouth where he’ll feel it most.

Episode 4: “Step in the Arena”

As he rescues a victim of Cottonmouth’s vengeance, Luke remembers his earlier life and the conspiracy that led to his superhuman strength.

Episode 5: “Just to Get a Rep”

Cottonmouth strikes back at Luke by taking his vengeance out on the people of Harlem, while detectives Knight and Scarfe face an unexpected threat.

Episode 6: “Suckas Need Bodyguards”

After Cottonmouth and Scarfe’s bloody clash, Luke realizes that saving the community may turn former allies into enemies, and enemies into allies.

Episode 7: “Manifest”

Mariah’s political career comes under fire, and Cottonmouth picks up information that could put Luke on the run.

Episode 8: “Blowin’ Up the Spot”

Mariah campaigns to turn the city and the police against Luke, and not even Misty or Claire may be able to save him.

Episode 9: “DWYCK”

With Luke wounded and on the run, Misty faces a soul-searching interrogation, while Mariah’s rise to power takes a dark turn.

Episode 10: “Take it Personal”

Luke gets closer to the truth about Reva and her part in his fate, while Mariah wrestles with the morality of her new role. Misty hunts for Luke.

Episode 11: “Now You’re Mine”

In one bold move, a friend from the past puts Luke on the defensive, Misty in dire straits, and Harlem’s safety in jeopardy.

Episode 12: “Soliloquy of Chaos”

Misty digs deeper for the truth as the neighborhood’s power players throw the city into confusion.

Episode 13: “You Know My Steez”

With all of Harlem bearing witness, Luke takes on the fight of his life in hopes of emerging as the defender his city needs.

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