KEHLANI RELEASES STRIPPED-BACK SINGLE

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American R&B singer Kehlani has released ‘(un)Folded’, a stripped-back, minimalist version of her hit single ‘Folded,’ the new version arrives alongside a video release via Atlantic Records.

First previewed through social media snippets, ‘(un)Folded’ presents the track in its most intimate form - stripped back to minimal instrumentation and warm textures, allowing Kehlani’s deeply expressive vocals to take center stage and uncover new emotional layers within the song.

The original version of ‘Folded’ continues to strike a chord with listeners worldwide, recently reaching a new milestone with over 89 million global streams. On TikTok, the song has inspired more than 260,000 video creations, evolving into a viral soundtrack for emotional storytelling, choreography, and fan covers.

‘(un)Folded’ arrives on the heels of a milestone year for Kehlani, whose influence across music and culture keeps growing. From her electrifying performance at the 2025 American Music Awards to multiple BET Award nominations - including Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and Video of the Year - she remains a force in the industry. Her fourth studio album, Crash, received a Grammy nomination for Best Progressive R&B Album, while its standout track ‘After Hours’ earned a nod for Best R&B Performance and continues to gain momentum on streaming platforms.