[4] Eagleson stated that he "grew up always being country and being very true to that even though a lot of people made fun of that back in the day, but it’s cool now, which is awesome".

[5] Mary Claire Crabtree of Whiskey Riff opined that Eagleson and Worthington are "two of the smoothest voices in country music", and referred to "Do It Anyway" as a "magical duet" that is a "nod to old-school traditions".

[8] Madeleine O'Connell of Country Now stated that Eagleson "couldn't have selected a better duet partner than Worthington", noting how both artist have "built a career on staying true to themselves in their music".

[9] An uncredited review from Country Evolution called "Do It Anyway" described the original solo version as a "classic honky-tonk anthem that showcases Eagleson’s powerful vocals and prowess".

[10] The author also spoke positively about the use of the fiddle in the song, while opining that "Eagleson and Worthington’s voices blend seamlessly, creating a rich and harmonious sound that evokes the classic country duets of the 90s".