Kehlani’s ‘Folded’ Breaks No. 1 Record on Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay Chart
Kehlani's song 'Folded' has made history by achieving a record-breaking 17 weeks at No. 1 on the Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart. This milestone surpasses the previous record held by Future's 'Wait for U.' The track has also contributed to Kehlani's first Grammy Awards wins for best R&B performance and best R&B song.
- ▪'Folded' reached No. 1 for the first time on December 13, 2025.
- ▪The song has jostled for the top position against competitors like Chris Brown and T.I.
- ▪'Folded' has also achieved Kehlani's first No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs.
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