Kehlani Back and Forth is officially the only song playing in my house today because this link up with the legendary Missy Elliott is pure perfection! Dropping on April 10, 2026, this track is giving us all those smooth, nostalgic R&B vibes we have been craving for our spring playlists. It is the perfect lead in for her self titled fifth studio album that we finally get to hear on April 24. Kehlani and Missy together feels like a passing of the torch and a celebration of the genre all at once, and honestly, our ears have never been happier.
You already know when Missy Misdemeanor Elliott hops on a track, it is going to be a certified vibe. Her flow on this new single is as sharp and innovative as ever, perfectly complementing those buttery vocals we love so much from Kehlani. The production feels fresh but still honors that late 90s soul, making it the kind of song you want to blast with the windows down while driving to brunch with your besties. It is so rare to see two generations of greatness mesh this effortlessly, but they really managed to create something that feels like an instant classic.
Counting Down to April 24
If this single is any indication of what the rest of the fifth album is going to sound like, we are in for a serious treat later this month. This project is feeling like a very personal, self titled journey into growth and musical evolution. We have been following this journey since the mixtape days, and seeing her collaborate with icons like Missy proves she is truly in her prime. Make sure you have your headphones ready and your schedule clear for the release date because this album is definitely going to be the soundtrack of our entire summer!
