[1] On November 1, 2017, Owl City announced the release date for his sixth studio album, Cinematic.

The song builds from acoustic guitars that is "accompanied by a friendly gang vocal into a stadium-size chant,"[4] as well as some rapping.

In a review of Cinematic for Jesus Freak Hideout, writer Christopher Smith stated that the track was a significant set back for the album.

[3] However, Tony Cummings of Cross Rhythms compared the track to Ed Sheeran for its "structure and sound.

"[6] Lauren Carlton of The Columbia Chronicle remarked, "'All My Friends,' is a feel-good anthem with a guitar and simple drum beat.