"[6] Mike Nied of Idolator compared the song to Tinashe's previous singles "No Drama" and "Faded Love" and called it "the most energized of the group.

[5] The video is tennis-themed,[9] and features Tinashe performing the song on a tennis court.

[10] The video also features stylized choreography and the singer in a plaid skirt and platinum braids, as well as a soft velour tracksuit.

[11] The music video for "Me So Bad" has become Tinashe's fastest to reach one million views on YouTube in 24 hours.

[12] Recording and management Personnel Credits adapted from the liner notes of Joyride.