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The episode heavily utilizes 90s fashion, hip-hop culture, and the specific aesthetic of Queens during that era.

The series premiere of , titled "Back in the Day," introduces a young Kanan Stark in 1991 South Jamaica, Queens. The episode serves as an origin story, showing Kanan's transition from a promising student to a central figure in his family's drug empire. Episode Summary Power Book III 1x1

A 15-year-old trying to find his place in his mother's world. The episode heavily utilizes 90s fashion, hip-hop culture,

Raq’s volatile older brother who often acts as the "muscle." Episode Summary A 15-year-old trying to find his

Kanan wants to join the family business to protect his mother, despite her initial desires for him to stay in school and pursue a different life.

Kanan’s cousin and closest confidant, who is also navigating her own identity. Themes and Atmosphere

Raq’s younger brother, who is more level-headed and has an interest in the music industry.