Kehlani‘s highly anticipated self-titled album, Kehlani, drops on April 24, 2026, via Atlantic Records, coinciding with the artist’s 31st birthday. As fans gear up for this fifth studio project following 2024’s Crash and While We Wait 2, excitement builds around its R&B evolution.
Kehlani Album Highlights
The Kehlani album features confirmed guests like Clipse, Brandy Norwood, Usher, Keri Hilson, and Tank, promising dynamic collaborations. Supported by lead single “Folded” (June 2025), a Grammy-winning R&B hit produced by D’Mile that topped Billboard’s Hot R&B Songs chart and sparked the viral “Folded Challenge,” and follow-up “Out the Window” (November 2025). Spanning 17 tracks, it showcases Kehlani’s vocal range and emotional depth, from the metaphorical heartbreak of “Folded” to innovative production.
The Kehlani Album Cover
Beside the official coverart of the album, the album has 3 additional coverarts that will be offer only for the phisical editions – vinyl/CD of the album.
“While the official cover is the one you’ll see across streaming platforms, Kehlani actually gave fans four different versions of the album artwork. The other three were released as limited physical editions (vinyl/CD). The project is set to release on April 24th.”
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Festival Buzz and Momentum
Kehlani joins the Essence Festival of Culture 2026 lineup, performing July 3-5 at New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome alongside Cardi B, Latto, Patti LaBelle, Brandy, and Monica. This debut at the event ties into broader 2026 plans, including the Impact Award at Billboard Women in Music on April 29. Alternate vinyl covers add collector appeal and are available briefly via Kehlani’s site.
Why It Matters
Marking “k5” in Kehlani’s catalog, the Kehlani album builds on “Folded’s” success after scrapping 80 songs, signaling a refined creative peak. R&B enthusiasts await how this self-titled era cements Kehlani’s genre dominance.
