Home Run first appears briefly on Misha B's debut mixtape Why Hello World which was released for free download on 27 April.

[4] On 2 May 2012, she announced that her debut official single would be "Home Run",[5] a full version of the song was made available to stream via SoundCloud on 1 June 2012.

Flavour Magazine previewed the single and said "Combined with her soulful vocals, it brims over at its catchy hook to electric effect.

"[22] Digital Spy rated the single 4 out of 5 stars, describing the "military drums and swirling sirens that plots somewhere between Nicki Minaj and Missy Elliott", as "fresh, exciting and best of all, unmistakably Misha.

"[23] iMediamonkey praised the song: "Home Run is a promising offer and is one that is not lacking in personality, attitude and style...

The track is a catchy one in which it showcases the star positively, not only demonstrating the fresh rap side of Misha B but the silky smooth diva-esque voice too.

[27] "Rohan Blair-Mangat captures controversial X Factor finalist Misha B in full 'British Chaka' mode for the fierce, urban pop of Homerun, with some excellent facial designs and neon suits by Hattie Stewart.

"[28] The music video begins with Misha standing alone in silhouette form, showcasing her huge vocals against the acoustic piano, before suddenly breaking into uptempo beat.

Various scenes from the second chorus onwards show Misha performing routines with her dancers in brightly coloured neon paint under UV lighting.