Kehlani Taps R&B Icons for ‘Folded: Homage Pack’

With the release of the Folded: Homage Pack, Kehlani delivers more than just remixes—she offers a love letter to the lineage of R&B. The six-track EP re-imagines her chart-smashing hit “Folded” by bringing in heavyweights: Toni Braxton, Brandy, Ne‑Yo, Mario, Tank and JoJo.

Each version of “Folded” keeps the original’s emotional core while giving space for collaborators to imprint their signature style. Toni Braxton’s remix brings her bold, commanding tone to the table; Brandy layers in airy harmonies and her unmistakable vocal runs; Ne-Yo adds vivid storytelling and suave execution. Mario, Tank and JoJo complete the lineup with smooth deliveries that respect the foundation while adding fresh flavor. The EP doesn’t feel like a cash-grab remix pack—it feels curated, reverent, intentional.

“Folded,” originally released in June 2025, has been a landmark moment for Kehlani—reaching No. 1 on urban radio, hitting major social media virality, and becoming her most-successful solo effort to date. By involving R&B legends in this homage project, she further bridges her current success with the genre’s past, reinforcing her place in its continuing evolution.

What makes this release stand out is the balance between modern and classic. The song remains familiar to fans of the original, but each guest brings a distinct flavor that invites listeners to hear “Folded” in a new light. More than that, it gives a platform to R&B heritage—acknowledging influences rather than hiding them. In an era where remix culture can feel superficial, this feels layered and meaningful.

If there’s one thing to note: even with six versions, listeners might wish for deeper sonic variation—some remixes stay close to the original structure. But maybe the point was always homage rather than reinvention. And for R&B aficionados, hearing those signature voices layered over a fresh hit might outweigh the lack of radical shake-ups.

With Folded: Homage Pack, Kehlani doesn’t just remix a song—she honors a genre, speaks to her roots, and shows herself as both student and successor of R&B tradition. It reinforces that “Folded” isn’t just a hit—it’s a moment. And involving Braxton, Brandy, Ne-Yo, Mario, Tank and JoJo anchors that moment in legacy while pointing forward.