Kat Orlando’s “Not That Guy” (released January 16, 2024) is a slow-burn pop-soul confessional that cuts straight to the messiest part of falling for someone: the moment between attraction and trust. It’s that awkward, emotional limbo where you’re catching feelings but not sure if the other person is truly safe for your heart, or just another heartbreak waiting to happen.
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The story plays out like a late-night conversation between friends. We meet the “gentleman” with the piercing blue eyes, the one who’s saying all the right things: “Please, please don’t worry, baby, I won’t let you hurt, I’m just not that guy.” But the song’s undercurrent is full of doubt. The verses peel back the layers of hesitation, the fight between wanting to believe him and protecting herself from repeating old wounds.
“Not That Guy” is smooth yet tinged with tension. The groove is steady and unhurried, giving space for Orlando’s voice to carry the emotional push and pull. She sings with a mix of vulnerability and strength, like someone telling you the story while still deciding how they really feel about it. The subtle rhythm section and gentle instrumental swells create that perfect “windows down at night” vibe.
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What makes the track hit deeper is how relatable it is. Anyone who’s been through the highs and lows of new romance knows that combination of hope, fear, and mental checklists you run through when someone promises they won’t hurt you. Orlando doesn’t sugarcoat it, she leaves you in that uncertain space, because sometimes that’s where love really lives until you know.
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