The song was produced by Young Jonn,[3] and it gained significant traction from an open-verse challenge with artists like Tiwa Savage,[4] Seyi Shay,[5] Ruggedman,[6] Falz, Simi, Pasuma, Sound Sultan, and Wyclef Jean, among others participating.

While the song reflects real-life situations, it has been critiqued for potentially reinforcing negative societal attitudes toward women and consent.

While Kizz Daniel claims the song is meant to "empower under-appreciated lovers," the article argues that the lyrics do the opposite, diminishing women rather than uplifting anyone.

[11][12] Motolani Alake of Pulse Nigeria praised King of Love as "the best Afro-pop album that Nigerian music has seen in 2020", and highlighting Kizz Daniel's creative songwriting and resonant storytelling.

[13] Emmanuel Esomnofu of NotJustOk commended King of Love as a great project and "already one of the best Afro Pop offerings of the year.