this is not a pop song turns rejection into reclamation. rio-born, london-based artist sabina estevez takes aim at formulaic radio trends and crafts something richer: a lush, hook-driven anthem that balances meaning and melody with effortless charm.

recorded between sydney and london, the track sees sabina collaborating with writers john lo schiavo and nando pettinato, drawing from the golden age of pop songwriting. you can hear the ghosts of abba, elton john, and 10cc in the harmonies – that unmistakable blend of sophistication and sweetness. the production nods to trevor horn and stock aitken waterman, but with a modern polish that feels entirely her own.

and the irony is great – this is not a pop song might be one of the most perfectly constructed pop songs you’ll hear this year. its chorus is a super-hook that sticks instantly, wrapped in layered vocals and bright, retro-tinged keys. lyrically, sabina’s critique lands with a wink rather than a sneer – it’s rebellion through melody, not cynicism.

thoughtful, nostalgic, and deeply catchy, this is not a pop song reminds us that great pop doesn’t follow the rules – it writes new ones.

thank u for making this sabina estevez 💙