Pop/Review The Feels - I'm Not That Guy

The Feels are a Long Island, NY-based duo currently uplifting souls and generating
electrifying buzz with their funky pop. The two induce uncontrollable dancing from those who catch an ear of their undeniably melodic grooves inspired by The Weeknd, Bruno Mars, Anderson Paak and Michael Jackson. Members Danny Ayala and Andy Ballereua conceptualized The Feels at the beginning of the pandemic as a combination of Danny’s vocals and star power, which he revealed as a member of rock band The Lemon Twigs, and the swagger of Andy’s grandiose production style.

The Feels’ “I’m Not That Guy” combines glossy sexuality and gritty coolness in the best way possible. This track exemplifies the skills of The Feels in producing a catchy pop rock music, which sounds modern despite its old fashioned appeal.

The track “I’m Not That Guy” startles right away with its amazing rhythm at first hearing. Catchy hooks are their hallmark, weaving a carpet of melodies which burrow deep into one’s psyche. The song has been constructed in such a way that it has a clear development and retains its momentum throughout the whole song duration.

Combination of synthesizers and smooth guitar riffs gives the song sound an electronic yet glossy appearance. It is clean production without overwhelming any instrument but still together creating one sound. The Feels skillfuly combines electronic aspects with natural instruments providing a new level of musical perception.

With relation to “I’m Not That Guy”, it is worth noting that the lyrics reflect a confident and assertive spirit in line with the sexy sophistication and spiky edge of this song. Charismatic delivery of the leads adds even more allure to the song. In addition, the song exceeds the standard pop-rock genre because of great composition and captivating singing.

Finally, “I’m Not That Guy” by The Feels is a fine piece of music to complement the group’s collection of hits featuring catchy choruses and high-quality composition. It’s a bubbly pop-rock sound, which is layered on a slight edge of sassy adult sophistications and sexiness. With “I’m Not That Guy,” The Feels are keeping on with the search of their own musical niche while managing again to build an unquestionably engaging and memorable listening experience.