"I Won't Say (I'm in Love)" has been positively received by both film and music critics, who enjoyed its girl group-inspired arrangement, as well as Egan's sultry delivery and the song's refreshing difference from traditional Disney ballads; some critics even dubbed it the film's best song.
The song "I Won't Say (I'm in Love)" has been met with positive reviews from both film and music critics, who praised its girl group-inspired melody, Egan's sultry vocals, and the song's unique quality compared to typical Disney ballads; some critics even consider it the best track of the movie.