The initial pressings of Utopia on vinyl also contained the first edition version of Aye rather than Meltdown, along with a version of "Sirens" without Drake's skit outro, due to a late submission of his verse teased by Mike Dean (presumably to prevent leaks).
The production of the song begins with strings, which later change pitch, and a slow-tempo trap beat with minimal hit-hats and snares and a booming bass.
Even though the Philly MC isn't going full lyrical miracle either, both artists bring an infectious energy to 'Aye' that will have you shouting that repetitive chorus as well."
In addition, Nevares described the instrumental as "dramatic, hype-fueling, and addictive" and commented "it's exactly the kind of track to throw elbows out and jump to at a show.
"[3] Matthew Ritchie of Pitchfork gave a negative review, writing "The pounding BNYX production of 'Aye,' which could soundtrack a supervillain's entrance, feels wasted by two uninspired verses from Uzi and Travis Scott.