Kehlani drops ‘(un)Folded’

The song is a stripped-back version of her soaring single “Folded”

Kehlani peels back the layers today with the release of “(un)Folded,” a stripped-down, emotionally raw reimagining of her hit single “Folded.” The new version is accompanied by a video via Atlantic Records.

First teased with snippets on social media, “(un)Folded” reintroduces the track in its most intimate form, featuring minimal instrumentation, warm textures, and a spotlight on Kehlani’s deeply expressive vocals and revealing new depth to the song.

The original version of “Folded” continues to resonate with fans around the world, recently hitting a new peak with over 89 million streams globally. On TikTok, the track has sparked over 260k video creations, becoming a viral sound for emotional expression, choreography, and fan covers.

“(un)Folded” follows a landmark year for Kehlani, who continues to make waves across music and culture. From her show-stopping appearance at the 2025 American Music Awards to her BET Award nominations for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and Video of the Year, she shows no signs of slowing down. Her fourth studio album, Crash, earned a Grammy nod for Best Progressive R&B Album, while its standout single “After Hours” was nominated for Best R&B Performance and continues to climb streaming charts.

Buddy Iahn
Buddy Iahn