On "Trying Not to Love You," Artino delivers a familiar R&B trope with a nuanced vocal performance that elevates the material. The single explores the internal conflict of developing feelings for someone when the timing is wrong.
- "Trying Not to Love You" was released on January 24, 2022, by the independent label Ridmic. The single was produced by frequent Artino collaborator DJ K-Lou. It charted at number 42 on the Mediabase R&B Airplay chart in its first week.
- The song features a prominent bassline and layered vocal harmonies, characteristic of Artino's polished production style. Its release was accompanied by a lyric video on YouTube.
- "Trying Not to Love You" was serviced to radio stations in early 2022 and received moderate airplay on urban contemporary and R&B formats. The single was later included on Artino's 2023 album "Heartbeat."
Artino is an R&B and soul singer-songwriter from Los Angeles. He is best known for his smooth vocal delivery and introspective lyrics. In 2022, Artino released the single "Trying Not to Love You," following his 2021 EP "Chapter 1."
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