On release, the album was received favorably by the majority of music critics.

[2] The album only launched one charting single in the UK.

"The Christmas Song"/"Thank You for a Good Year" which peaked at No.

[3] In a retrospective review, Jason Ankeny of AllMusic gave the album three out of five stars and wrote that "My Gift to You is plainly a product of its era, complete with thick synthesizers and programmed rhythms, and is best enjoyed by listeners still hoping Santa brings them acid-washed jeans and Members Only jackets regardless of the year in question.

"[1] All tracks are written by James Harris and Terry Lewis, except where noted