"Britney" was very well received by music critics, with some calling it "sweet" and "not cynical at all," and noticing the song's sympathetic message to Spears.

[2] The song was later recorded and produced by Norman for his self-titled album, with additional production by Jason Ingram and Rusty Varenkamp.

"[1] A review by Lancaster Online called "Britney" a "hit song", and described it as "a compassionate look at someone damaged, but maybe not broken, by the relentless glare of the spotlight.

"[12] Josh Taylor of Jesus Freak Hideout said, "the way in which [Norman] continually addresses Britney Spears just seems the least bit odd", but commented on how pleasant the song is.

"[14] On the week of September 19, 2008, "Britney" peaked at number twenty-eight on Billboard Hot Christian Adult Contemporary chart.