Month: November 2015

  • How many people watched Empire?

    How many people watched Empire?

    How many people watched Empire?
    They say what goes up must come down and the Empire television show has not been an exception to the rule.  The show’s ratings have been consistently decreasing this season.  While some blame the show’s celebrity guest stars others, like 50 Cent, have criticized Lee Daniels for pushing “too much gay stuff.”

    Empire’s most recent ratings and the show’s number of viewers have been more believable as of late.  After the show’s record-breaking first season, the show set the bar extremely high for itself. So how many people watched Empire?

    How many people watched Empire?
    How many people watched Empire?

    For the TV show Empire, season 2 has been a cooling period after a red-hot first season of record-breaking numbers.  Empire’s second season has been an overall success and the show’s remaining episodes of this season will feature amazing guest stars including Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys and Lenny Kravitz.

    For cast members like Grace Gealey, the show’s numbers remain unbelievable considering the fact she made her acting debut on Empire.  The Empire television show is still the number 1 show of Wednesday nights yet its most recent episode, True Love Never, dropped to a season-low 4.2 ratings among the 18-49 adult demographic.

    One thing is certain: We still love the TV show Empire. Season 2 has offered great music along with numerous unforgettable moments.  Empire’s second season may lack the first season’s record breaking numbers yet the show continues to offer valuable enjoyable content week after week.

    Episode U.S. Viewers (millions)
    Pilot 9.9
    The Outspoken King 10.32
    The Devil Quotes Scripture 11.07
    False Imposition 11.36
    Dangerous Bonds 11.47
    Out, Damned Spot 11.96
    Our Dancing Days 13.02
    The Lyon’s Roar 13.9
    Unto the Breach 14.33
    Sins of the Father 14.9
    Die But Once 15.82
    Who I Am 17.62
    The Devils Are Here 16.18
    Without A Country 13.74
    Fires of Heaven 13.1
    Poor Yorick 12.22
    Be True 12.28
    A High Hope for a Low Heaven 11.68
    True Love Never 11.2

  • EMPIRE | Hakeem Vs. Freda from “My Bad Parts”

    EMPIRE | Hakeem Vs. Freda from “My Bad Parts”
    Hakeem tells Cookie and Laz how it is. Subscribe now for more Empire clips: ‪http://fox.tv/SubscribeEMPIRE See more of Empire on our official site: http://fox.tv/Empire Like Empire on Facebook: http://fox.tv/Empire_FB Follow Empire on Twitter: http://fox.tv/Empire_Twitter Follow Empire on Instagram: http://fox.tv/Empire_IG Follow Empire on Tumblr: http://fox.tv/Empire_Tumblr Like FOX on Facebook: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_FB Follow FOX on Twitter: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_Twitter Add FOX on Google+: http://fox.tv/FOXPlus Having taken TV audiences by storm in its record-setting first season, EMPIRE enters Season Two as the No. 1 series on broadcast television. From its jaw-dropping storylines to its chart-topping hip-hop soundtrack, EMPIRE instantly gained a legion of die-hard fans, creating a social media frenzy and making “Cookie” a household name. The series recently was nominated for three Emmy Awards, including one for Taraji P. Henson in the category of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. It also has received four TCA Award nominations, including Program of the Year, Outstanding Program, Outstanding Achievement in Drama and Individual Achievement in Drama (Henson). Henson and Howard both recently won the BET Awards for Best Actress and Best Actor, respectively, and Henson also won the NAACP Image Award for Entertainer of the Year. EMPIRE | Hakeem Vs. Freda from “My Bad Parts” https://www.youtube.com/user/EMPIREonFOX

  • EMPIRE | Battle from “My Bad Parts”

    EMPIRE | Battle from “My Bad Parts”
    Hakeem and Freda prepare for their rap battle. Subscribe now for more Empire clips: ‪http://fox.tv/SubscribeEMPIRE See more of Empire on our official site: http://fox.tv/Empire Like Empire on Facebook: http://fox.tv/Empire_FB Follow Empire on Twitter: http://fox.tv/Empire_Twitter Follow Empire on Instagram: http://fox.tv/Empire_IG Follow Empire on Tumblr: http://fox.tv/Empire_Tumblr Like FOX on Facebook: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_FB Follow FOX on Twitter: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_Twitter Add FOX on Google+: http://fox.tv/FOXPlus Having taken TV audiences by storm in its record-setting first season, EMPIRE enters Season Two as the No. 1 series on broadcast television. From its jaw-dropping storylines to its chart-topping hip-hop soundtrack, EMPIRE instantly gained a legion of die-hard fans, creating a social media frenzy and making “Cookie” a household name. The series recently was nominated for three Emmy Awards, including one for Taraji P. Henson in the category of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. It also has received four TCA Award nominations, including Program of the Year, Outstanding Program, Outstanding Achievement in Drama and Individual Achievement in Drama (Henson). Henson and Howard both recently won the BET Awards for Best Actress and Best Actor, respectively, and Henson also won the NAACP Image Award for Entertainer of the Year. EMPIRE | Battle from “My Bad Parts” https://www.youtube.com/user/EMPIREonFOX

  • EMPIRE | Crazy from “My Bad Parts”

    EMPIRE | Crazy from “My Bad Parts”
    Anika runs into Rhonda and they have a heart-to-heart. Subscribe now for more Empire clips: ‪http://fox.tv/SubscribeEMPIRE See more of Empire on our official site: http://fox.tv/Empire Like Empire on Facebook: http://fox.tv/Empire_FB Follow Empire on Twitter: http://fox.tv/Empire_Twitter Follow Empire on Instagram: http://fox.tv/Empire_IG Follow Empire on Tumblr: http://fox.tv/Empire_Tumblr Like FOX on Facebook: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_FB Follow FOX on Twitter: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_Twitter Add FOX on Google+: http://fox.tv/FOXPlus Having taken TV audiences by storm in its record-setting first season, EMPIRE enters Season Two as the No. 1 series on broadcast television. From its jaw-dropping storylines to its chart-topping hip-hop soundtrack, EMPIRE instantly gained a legion of die-hard fans, creating a social media frenzy and making “Cookie” a household name. The series recently was nominated for three Emmy Awards, including one for Taraji P. Henson in the category of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. It also has received four TCA Award nominations, including Program of the Year, Outstanding Program, Outstanding Achievement in Drama and Individual Achievement in Drama (Henson). Henson and Howard both recently won the BET Awards for Best Actress and Best Actor, respectively, and Henson also won the NAACP Image Award for Entertainer of the Year. EMPIRE | Crazy from “My Bad Parts” https://www.youtube.com/user/EMPIREonFOX

  • ‘Empire’ Cast Has The World In Its Prayers

    ‘Empire’ Cast Has The World In Its Prayers

    Pray for Paris
    Mallory Carra | Entertainment

    After the tragic events last week, the cast of Empire has posted many tributes on social media, sending prayers to Paris, Lebanon, and the world.

    Jussie Smollett (Jamal) posted Banksy’s symbol along with a prayer for the world.

    A photo posted by Jussie Smollett (@jussiesmollett) on Nov 13, 2015 at 5:30pm PST

    Taraji P. Henson (Cookie) tweeted this on the night of the Paris attacks.

    Bryshere Gray, a.k.a. Yazz The Greatest (Hakeem), tweeted his prayers as well.

    Grace Gealey (Anika “Boo Boo Kitty”) also tweeted her prayers to Paris and Lebanon.

    Kaitlin Doubleday (Rhonda) tweeted some passionate words about the tragic events.

  • #prayforparis #prayforpeace #prayfortheworld

    #prayforparis #prayforpeace #prayfortheworld

    Pray for Paris Pray for the World
    Pray for Paris Pray for the World
  • Cookie Lyon Fashion vs Olivia Pope’s Fashion

    Cookie Lyon Fashion vs Olivia Pope’s Fashion

    So who is a better dresser between Cookie Lyon and Olivia Pope? Fox’s Empire Season 2 has introduced viewers to a less flamboyant Cookie Lyon while we are all still inspired to pull off Olivia Pope’s look after every episode of Scandal.

    Cookie Lyon Empire Olivia Pope Scandal
    Cookie Lyon Empire Olivia Pope Scandal

    Cookie Lyon Fashion
    Cookie Lyon’s fashion varies to say the least.  From her Gucci dresses to those Fendi furs, it’s hard to hate on Cookie’s style.  For Fox, Empire season 2 shows a more reserved side of Cookie’s wardrobe.

    We have not seen as many animal prints this season, as Cookie has been back home from jail and has clearly had an opportunity to update her wardrobe.  Cookie’s fashion is now on the same level as her business goals.
    Cookie Lyon Empire Olivia Pope Scandal
    Cookie Lyon Empire Olivia Pope Scandal

    Cookie Lyon Fashion Olivia Pope
    Cookie Lyon Fashion Olivia Pope

    Cookie Lyon Fashion vs Olivia Pope Fashion
    Cookie Lyon Fashion vs Olivia Pope Fashion
    Olivia Pope Fashion
    Olivia Pope’s fashion is stunning.  Her modern feminine wardrobe is simply amazing.  She is always on point in her perfectly tailored suit and beautiful gowns. 
    Olivia’s style represents “new D.C.” from her unforgettable Max Mara pieces to that Christian Dior we couldn’t stop staring at.

    Hairstyles
    Taraji P. Henson’s hair is always flawless on the Empire TV show.  From that beautiful waist-length pony to her amazing loose curls, Cookie’s hair never fails to amaze.
    Taraji P. Henson Hair Olivia Pope Hairstyles
    Taraji P. Henson Hair Olivia Pope Hairstyles

    Cookie Lyon Hair
    Cookie Lyon Hair
    Olivia Pope’s hairstyles are nothing less than perfection on every episode of Scandal.  One of our favorite Olivia Pope hairstyles is her super-straight classic.

  • Jussie Smollett Songs

    Jussie Smollett Songs

    Jussie Smollett Songs
    Would Empire be successful without Jussie Smollett’s songs? Many have grown to known the amazing actor/singer by the name Jamal Lyon, from the Empire TV show.  The talented actor, who plays Jamal on Empire is making us lose our minds one track at a time.

    Jussie Smollett Songs
    Jussie Smollett Songs

    Jussie Smollett Heavy
    Jussie Smollett’s Heavy is singer’s newest track.  Ne-Yo and Smollett collaborated on numerous songs for Empire’s Season 2 soundtrack, including Heavy.  The soundtrack releases on November 20, 2015, the same day Adele’s highly anticipated third album will be released.

    Jussie Smollett and Ne-Yo also teamed up for the song ‘Never Love Again’ and Ne-Yo wrote ‘No Doubt About It’:
    How can we forget Jussie and Ne-Yo’s emotional track ‘Battle Cry’:



    Jussie Smollett and Raven Symone
    In the first season of the Empire TV show Raven Symone appears as Olivia Lyon, ex-wife of Jussie Smollett’s character, Jamal Lyon.  Prior to being on the show, Smollett and Symone were good friends.


    Jussie Smollett and Raven Symone not only starred on Empire together, the two are best friends in real life.  The two would even perform music renditions together, generally when they were out at clubs, having fun.

    Jussie Smollett and Raven Symone
    Jussie Smollett and Raven Symone

    Jussie Smollett and Raven Symone’s Baby

    Jussie Smollett and Raven Symone’s baby, Lola Lyon, has not been featured on the show’s second season.  In the first season we find out that Lola Lyon is actually the daughter of Lucious Lyon and not Jamal Lyon, played by Jussie Smollett.
    Jussie Smollett and Raven Symone Baby Empire
    Jussie Smollett and Raven Symone Baby Empire
    Here are some of Jussie’s amazing tracks that he recorded prior to Empire:
  • EMPIRE | Studio Sessions: “Heavy”

    EMPIRE | Studio Sessions: “Heavy”

    Jussie Smollett Heavy
    Jussie Smollett Heavy

    EMPIRE | Studio Sessions: “Heavy”
    Jussie Smollett and Ne-Yo talk about how they created the Empire song “Heavy.” Subscribe now for more Empire clips: ‪http://fox.tv/SubscribeEMPIRE See more of Empire on our official site: http://fox.tv/Empire Like Empire on Facebook: http://fox.tv/Empire_FB Follow Empire on Twitter: http://fox.tv/Empire_Twitter Follow Empire on Instagram: http://fox.tv/Empire_IG Follow Empire on Tumblr: http://fox.tv/Empire_Tumblr Like FOX on Facebook: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_FB Follow FOX on Twitter: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_Twitter Add FOX on Google+: http://fox.tv/FOXPlus Having taken TV audiences by storm in its record-setting first season, EMPIRE enters Season Two as the No. 1 series on broadcast television. From its jaw-dropping storylines to its chart-topping hip-hop soundtrack, EMPIRE instantly gained a legion of die-hard fans, creating a social media frenzy and making “Cookie” a household name. The series recently was nominated for three Emmy Awards, including one for Taraji P. Henson in the category of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. It also has received four TCA Award nominations, including Program of the Year, Outstanding Program, Outstanding Achievement in Drama and Individual Achievement in Drama (Henson). Henson and Howard both recently won the BET Awards for Best Actress and Best Actor, respectively, and Henson also won the NAACP Image Award for Entertainer of the Year. EMPIRE | Studio Sessions: “Heavy” https://www.youtube.com/user/EMPIREonFOX

  • Empire Boom Boom Lyrics

    Empire Boom Boom Lyrics

    Empire Boom Boom Lyrics

    Empire Boom Boom Lyrics

    Yet another banger from the Empire Season 2 Soundtrack.  This post provides Empire’s Boom Boom lyrics.   The official title of the song is ‘Boom Boom Boom Boom’ and the track features Freda Gatz (Bre-Z) and Lucious Lyon (Terrence Howard).

    ‘Boom Boom Boom Boom’ was inspired by Lucious’ mother, Leah Walker, played by Kelly Rowland.  The song will be featured on the Empire Season 2 Soundtrack, set to release Friday, November 20, 2015.

    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang

    From the bottom I got up to the top of the pro’s
    From the gutter to the shutter trimmed out in gold
    Life bless my soul God bless my mold
    Nothing less than the best so the rest is old
    Don’t wanna play chess wanna lock and load
    Wanna tag some toes wanna send you home
    It ain’t about the pain
    Tell ’em what’s my name

    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang

    Look
    From the bottom I started so it’s nothing that you can say to me
    A product of where I grew up and it’s the newest slavery
    People see you trying hard like why you wanna play with me
    I bring them heaters out somebody better pray for me
    Cause all I know is this money I gotta have it
    These suicidal thoughts getting bad I’m getting madder
    Uh they say the good die young I put the pedal to the medal hit the gas then I’m gone
    Now I’m front line at the court and I’m ’bout to take a shot
    I pull it up cock it back let it fly
    Now I’m watching for the back board
    And when they say the world is yours I just let them know
    That I’m just trynna score

    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang

    Y’all want some come get some
    Y’all want some come get some
    Y’all want some come get some
    Y’all want some

    If you ever been through it then I’m knowing you gotta feel it
    You witnessing the struggle from the realest what the deal is
    They trynna lock me down but they created a monster
    I’m beating down your block and nobody can’t stop us
    You was over there talking all kinds of tough
    While you sipping on your little bit of “pick me up”
    When you say you like to play a little fist to cuff
    So when the whistle puffs I’m gonna call your bluff)
    Words from a wise man never let ’em see you hand
    In the end I bet they all gon’ understand
    You can’t stop what you can’t see standing here is only me
    So place your bet and gone prepare for your defeat
    (I caught a new jack it said get God ya check
    There’s a brother over there that wanna bounce your neck
    Ain’t you afraid of that watch you fade to black)

    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang
    Boom Boom Boom Boom
    Bang Bang Bang Bang