Their version is a high-energy track celebrating the "underdogs" and feeling like "shouting" under the lights [1].
While "afterhours.mp4" typically refers to the music video for Kehlani's 2024 hit single it is also a common title for various tracks by artists like charlieonnafriday , Adam Lambert , and AJR . Kehlani – "After Hours" (2024) afterhours.mp4
Kehlani's official music video for "After Hours" was released in May 2024. The track is a high-energy dancehall-infused R&B song that samples the iconic by Cordell "Skatta" Burrell—the same beat popularized by Nina Sky’s 2004 hit "Move Ya Body". Their version is a high-energy track celebrating the
The lyrics focus on a late-night connection, with a catchy refrain inviting a partner to stay "after hours" once the party has ended and the lights have come on [2, 29]. The track is a high-energy dancehall-infused R&B song
Featured on his album The Original High , this track is a synth-pop "night drive" anthem about running red lights and late-night power [3, 17].
His breakout hit, recorded during a house party when his parents were away, features a music video shot by a friend during the actual event [5]. It has since been certified platinum.
Kehlani revealed the song was inspired by a joyful day of surfing in San Diego , stating she wanted to create music that made her "feel good" and belonged "outside" [11].