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Sorry Not Sorry

Demi Lovato · 2017

3 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B

Empowered anthems fuse infectious hooks with glossy production, showcasing a confident and unapologetic self-expression.

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    Sorry Not Sorry — This track encapsulates the album’s core theme of empowerment and defiance against negativity, driven by its catchy chorus and upbeat production.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The track combines catchy hooks with polished production, making it a strong pop anthem but not.

What we noticed

  • The song features a repetitive chorus that emphasizes its anthemic quality, making it easy for listeners to sing along.
  • Production includes layered vocals and a prominent bass line, creating a polished and energetic sound.
  • The verses build tension with a steady rhythm before releasing into the explosive chorus, enhancing the emotional impact.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This single marked a significant return and gained commercial success.
Themes
unapologetic confidence· post-breakup empowerment
Career context
Released in July 2017, 'Sorry Not Sorry' marked Demi Lovato's return to music after a brief hiatus following her previous album 'Confident'. This track served as the lead single for her sixth studio album, reflecting a phase of artistic maturity and personal empowerment as she embraced her identity.
Stylistic neighbors
Halsey· Kesha· Bebe Rexha
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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sorry Not Sorry 3:23

What to play next

Dancing with the Devil: the Art of Starting Over
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Dancing with the Devil: the Art of Starting Over

2021

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Confident
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Confident

2015

Sets the stage for the bold energy and self-expression found in 'Sorry Not Sorry'.
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