The first live performance of this song was before its actual release during the free concert at Paramount Canada's Wonderland put on by MuchMusic's Electric Circus in August 1997.

He added, "The song's "keep pushin' on" message is direct and delivered in street-savvy language that will connect with its desired youth audience.

[4] A reviewer from Music Week rated it four out of five, noting that "Coolio goes all laid-back on this comforting, torch-like song which comes complete with an uplifting, harmony chorus.

"[5] The magazine's Alan Jones commented, "Those who thought Coolio's massive hit Gangsta's Paradise was a one-off should think again: his latest single C U When U Get There is an absolute smash.

Lifted from the hip-hop heavy soundtrack to the movie Nothing To Lose, it weaves a strong rap into a tapestry that also comprises Pachelbel's Canon and a sweetly singing gospel ensemble.