Ep 16. Didn't Expect It to Go Down This Way

In Nashville season 4 episode 16, titled "Didn't Expect It to Go Down This Way," the drama continues to unravel as each character faces new challenges and obstacles in their personal and professional lives.

Rayna struggles to balance her new label, Highway 65, with being a mother to her two daughters. She also must deal with the fallout from her decision to let Layla record with Markus, as her own artists begin to question her loyalty and commitment to their careers.

Meanwhile, Juliette tries to gain control of her life again after surviving her plane crash, but her physical and emotional wounds prove to be harder to overcome than she anticipated. She leans on Avery for support, but his own struggles as a single father and musician threaten to strain their relationship.

Scarlett and Gunnar continue to navigate their complicated feelings for each other as they work on new music together. However, their creative collaboration is threatened when a record executive suggests they add a new member to their band.

Elsewhere, Will begins to explore his sexuality more openly and finds himself drawn to a new romantic interest. However, his past struggles with coming out and being accepted in the country music industry continue to haunt him.

As each character faces their own challenges, the episode culminates in a shocking event that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats and anxious for the next installment of the hit drama series.