Sam of Hit Sync noted that " This Ai n't Love " is the type of track that would get Mauboy " heard worldwide " , further adding that " the explosive club-banger combines " her " impressive pipes with a rip-roaring , drum & bass arrangement producing an epic anthem that would sit nicely on the UK charts " . Marcus Floyd of '' Renowned for Sound '' awarded the song four-and-a-half stars out of five and described it as " catchy , upbeat and powerful " . He also praised Mauboy 's " incredible vocal range and her ability to express emotions through it " . A writer for the '' Brisbane Weekender '' named it an " energetic single " that showcases Mauboy 's " powerful and soulful voice to its full potential " . Thomasbleach.com gave " This Ai n't Love " a mixed review , criticising the " generic " production for its lack of " creativity " with " predictable beats that are n't memorable " . The website also felt that the single sounded like an Ella Eyre B-side track . " This Ai n't Love " earned Mauboy a nomination for Best Female Artist at the 2016 ARIA Music Awards
2016 ARIA Music Awards
ARIA Music Awards of 2016
This Ain't Love