"[9] Helliwell also noted that "Rick was pretty down to earth whereas Roger was a bit more mentally…not a higher plane, but spacey – he had spiritual yearnings.

"[10] Record World said that "strings and electronic undercurrents create an exceptionally colorful tapestry which is topped off by an exemplary vocal blend.

"[11] Music critic Mark Moran described "Babaji", as well as "Give a Little Bit", as having a "leisurely pace and gentle melody" which Helliwell attributed to the band's growing maturity.

[13] Brandon Sun critic Graham Hicks felt that the song "could have been a classic" but falls short due to the non-electric piano being unable to achieve the "light, strident" notes Hicks believes the song calls for, and due to "unimaginative and repetitive" percussion and bass guitar playing.

"[3] AllMusic critic Stephen Thomas Erlewine described it as "a pseudo-spiritual moment that falls from the pop mark.