During live performances at some concerts, the song is often blended with Estefan's popular Latin hit "Tres Deseos".

[3] Daina Darzin from Cash Box picked it as a "standout" of the album, noting its "ferocious salsa beat".

[4] The Daily Vault's Mark Millan called it a "chill-out groove", "which is just as much fun but not as noisy" like "You'll Be Mine (Party Time)".

"[5] A reviewer from People Magazine stated that "her sensual vocal style works best when it rides a firecracker groove."

The reviewer added that "when she gets wild and frisky in the congo stomp of "Higher", Estefan can even get a grandma leaping from her rocking chair and dancing into the streets.