Ryan1Nunez

While We Wait

Kehlani (2019)

7.4/ 10

“While We Wait feels like one of those projects that quietly reminds you how consistent Kehlani can be when they lean fully into their R&B instincts. Released in 2019, the tape plays like an emotional checkpoint that is reflective, vulnerable, and full of the kind of late-night R&B moods Kehlani delivers so naturally. As a music fan, what stands out most is how effortless the whole project feels. The melodies are smooth, the production stays minimal but soulful, and Kehlani’s voice carries a lot of the emotional weight. Songs about love, heartbreak, and personal growth hit in a way that feels honest rather than overly dramatic. Since it’s more of a stopgap project between albums, While We Wait doesn’t always feel as fully realized as a major studio release, and a few tracks pass by without leaving a huge mark. But the highlights show Kehlani’s ability to blend vulnerability with catchy R&B songwriting. Overall, it’s a really solid project that captures Kehlani in a reflective space, but not her most ambitious release, but definitely one that rewards fans who appreciate their softer and more introspective side.”