Kehlani Delivers Superstar Set at Brooklyn Stop of Triumphant World Tour: 5 Best Moments
The Oakland R&B savant proved exactly why she's the cover star of Billboard 's 2026 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players issue.
Kehlani electrified the Barclays Center audience in Brooklyn on August 21 with a standout performance during her triumphant world tour. The R&B star, known for hits like "Folded" and "Cloud 19," showcased her vocal prowess and emotional depth in a two-hour set that celebrated her discography and the history of R&B. Opening with a "00s R&B fantasy," Kehlani's performance was anchored by support acts like Grammy winner Durand Bernarr, DJ Waseel, rising star TheARTI$T, and Oscar-nominated songwriter DIXSON.
The tour's narrative, tied to Kehlani's fifth studio album, honored both her current commercial success and the icons of R&B past, including nods to Aaliyah, Ne-Yo, and Michael and Janet Jackson. A surprise appearance by Cardi B added an extra layer of excitement. Kehlani's stage presence, backed by intricate choreography and a powerful backing band, solidified the Brooklyn stop as a defining moment in her career.
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