#NEWMUSIC: KEHLANI NEW SINGLE “BACK AND FORTH” FT. MISSY ELLIOTT

2x GRAMMY® Award–winning R&B superstar Kehlani returns today with her electrifying new single, “Back and Forth” featuring iconic trailblazer Missy Elliott. The track arrives as the final preview of her forthcoming self-titled album, KEHLANI, set for release on April 24 – her birthday – marking a defining moment in her career. Pre-save album HERE.

“Back and Forth” pairs Kehlani’s signature soulful vulnerability with Missy Elliott’s unmatched charisma and innovation, resulting in a dynamic track that bridges generations of R&B. The collaboration underscores Kehlani’s continued evolution as an artist unafraid to push boundaries while honoring the icons who paved the way.

The single sets the tone for KEHLANI, an intimate and fearless body of work that reflects her clarity, confidence, and creative freedom. A self-titled album often represents an artist’s most personal statement, and Kehlani captures her at her most honest – blending soul-baring storytelling with the lush, genre-defying sound that has made her one of modern R&B’s most influential voices.

ABOUT KEHLANI

Kehlani will open your eyes, open your mind, and open your heart. For as blunt as she may be about life, lust, and love, her music occupies an elevated state above even the best high, yet remains deeply human and accessible with every listen. To date, she has earned over 20 gold and platinum RIAA certifications, tallied more than 5 billion streams, and is now a 2x GRAMMY® Award–winning, 7x GRAMMY® Award–nominated artist, taking home Best R&B Performance and Best R&B Song for her global hit “Folded”.

She ushered in a new era and dominated the cultural conversation with her 2025 single “Folded,” a soaring anthem that has amassed over 800 million global streams, peaked at #6 on Billboard’s Hot 100, and reached #1 at Urban Radio (for 9 weeks) as well as hit #1 at Rhythmic and R&B Radio. Kehlani also earned her first solo Billboard #1 on the Rhythmic Airplay Chart, claimed the top spot on Apple Music’s R&B charts in both the U.S. and U.K., and reached #22 on Billboard’s Global 200. The song inspired the star-studded “Folded Homage Pack,” featuring fresh interpretations by R&B icons Toni Braxton, Brandy, JoJo, Mario, Ne-Yo, and Tank.

Adding to an already monumental year, Kehlani will also be honored with the Impact Award at the upcoming Billboard Women in Music, where she will deliver a special performance in celebration of her influence on music and culture.