R&B star Kehlani ignited social media conversation Sunday after issuing a blunt warning aimed at employees of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The Grammy-winning singer shared the message through her Instagram Story, addressing federal immigration officers directly and making clear she does not want interaction from anyone connected to the agency.
“Public service announcement: don’t ever fix your mouth to speak to me or ask for a photo,” Kehlani wrote. “Don’t compliment me if you work for I.C.E.”
The message did not stop there. The 30-year-old artist doubled down with a final remark that quickly circulated across social platforms.
“I’m dead to you,” she wrote. “Don’t acknowledge me and delete all my music.”
Screenshots of the statement spread rapidly online, fueling debate among fans and critics. Some supporters praised the singer’s willingness to speak out against immigration enforcement policies. Others questioned whether statements from entertainers influence government agencies or national policy.
R&B Singer Kehlani Tells Her ICE-Employed Fans To “F-Off”
Still, outspoken commentary on social issues has become a familiar part of Kehlani’s public voice. The singer frequently addresses political and humanitarian concerns through interviews, performances and social media posts. Her latest remarks continue that pattern, placing her stance on immigration enforcement in clear terms.
Earlier this year, Kehlani voiced similar criticism during a major moment in her career. While accepting an award at the Grammy Awards, she used the stage to call for solidarity among artists confronting social injustice.
“I hope everybody is inspired to join together as a community of artists and speak out against what’s going on,” Kehlani told the audience. “And I’m gonna leave this and say, f— I.C.E.”
That moment drew attention both for the message and the timing, as it arrived during one of music’s most visible award ceremonies.
Now, her latest Instagram statement has reignited conversation about the intersection of activism and celebrity. For Kehlani, however, the message appears consistent with the convictions she has voiced publicly for years.
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