""Adoption Song" is composed in the key of B with a tempo of 70 beats per minute and a musical time signature of 44.
[5] Reviewing for Jesus Freak Hideout, Matthew Spiker said ""Adoption Song" reminds listeners to pay no attention to those who tell you that you're not good enough or worthy of God's love, and that ever since we were born, He adopted us and loves us and we should proudly share that with others.
"[7] In a NewReleaseToday review, Jasmin Patterson commented: "Brandon uses the lyrics of "Adoption Song" to renounce false beliefs, rebuke ungodly spirits, and align with God's truth.
[9] Brandon Lake released the lyric video for the song via YouTube on October 20, 2023.
[11] Lake released the official live performance video of "Adoption Song" recorded at Vevo Studios in New York, through his YouTube channel on September 20, 2024.