[2] Music journalist Geoffrey Freakes described "No More Lies" as being a "breezy acoustic and electric guitar-driven tune" but said that "although mildly memorable, it's the kind of song you feel [Hayward] could dash off in his sleep.

"[3] Daily Press critic Joseph Pryweller felt that the song is marred by "syrupy, Mrs. Butterworth-type about lovers walking by the ocean.

"[4] In his review of Sur la Mer, Portage Daily Register critic Jim Roach felt the song was "hit record material", saying that "the smooth texture of full sounding acoustic guitars with impeccably played electrics provide the perfect setting for the romantic unhurried vocal.

"[5] Sun record reviewers John McCurdy and Ron Judd felt it was an "average song" that the group turned into "pure magic with a stunning vocal performance.

"[6] Midder critic Will Fenton rated "No More Lies" as the Moody Blues' 6th greatest song, calling it "uplifting and inspirational" with "a catchy melody and optimistic lyrics".