The verses are sung by Kevin Max, while the chorus vocals are shared by all three members with Michael Tait leading.

Entertainment Weekly editor Laura Jamison said that the album Jesus Freak "combines textured vocals, aggressive guitar, and solid songwriting, especially on 'Colored People'.

"[2] In addition to "Jesus Freak" and "Between You and Me," "Colored People" was considered instrumental in breaking DC Talk into the mainstream.

[3] Various versions of "Colored People" have appeared on several DC Talk official releases, including the band's greatest hits album Intermission.

On the DC Talk tribute album, Freaked!, Ayiesha Woods recorded a cover of "Colored People" featuring The Gotee Brothers and John Reuben.