Multi-platinum artist Kehlani bares her heart out in a reimagining of their hit single, “Folded.” Read on to get the raw details!
After teasing snippets of the track, R&B sensation Kehlani finally unveils their latest project. Layers peel back with the release of “(un)Folded,” a stripped-down, emotionally raw reimagining of her single “Folded.”
“(un)Folded” follows a landmark year for Kehlani, who continues to make waves across music and culture. From an appearance at the 2025 American Music Awards to the BET Award nominations for “Best Female R&B/Pop Artist” and “Video of the Year,” this musician shows no signs of slowing down. Kehlani’s fourth album ‘CRASH’ earned a GRAMMY nod for Best Progressive R&B Album, while its single “After Hours” was nominated for Best R&B Performance. On top of solo success, Kehlani has also collaborated with industry giants like Cardi B, Post Malone, and Eminem.
The track comes in full force with an interesting and personal spin. The song begins in a beautiful, vocalized harmony, an a cappella version of the original’s opening. The whole song follows this style, where Kehlani’s vocals act as warm accompaniment. Thus, listeners get to fully immerse themselves in the emotion and lyrics as the voice takes complete center stage. “(Un)Folded” not only expands “Folded”’s depth but also creates a unique identity for itself.
“Folded” continues to resonate with fans, recently hitting a new peak of over 113 million streams on Spotify. These kinds of numbers aren’t new to Kehlani, as “After Hours” has hit a whopping 178 million streams since its release in 2024.
Fans should add both singles to their playlists and give them a listen. While they’re arguably the same song, they offer polar experiences, yet with the same amazing quality. For more suggestions on what to put on your playlist next, make sure to stay tuned for more!