Darey - Not The Girl Apr 2026

: Darey revealed in an interview that some members of his production team actually advised against releasing the song. At the time, the market was heavily dictated by up-tempo club trends, and many felt a slow ballad like "Not The Girl" was "destined to fail".

: The music video, shot in Cape Town, was designed as the first part of a "simple, stylish mini-drama" to complement the song's narrative. Darey - Not The Girl

: The song is widely considered "timeless" by fans and critics alike. Its lasting impact is evident in the fact that modern stars like Johnny Drille have performed covers of the track for series like "Johnny Mondays". : Darey revealed in an interview that some