In an interview with Guardian Life, Kizz Daniel revealed that "Pour Me Water" is rooted in personal experience, describing it as "like my reality."
[1] Dennis Ade Peter, writing for the Native, in a review of Barnabas, observed that in Afropop, familiarity might not always be compelling, but it can be refreshing to witness an artist operating confidently within their comfort zone.
Specifically about "Pour Me Water," he wrote that it is "thankfully not as crass as the viral 'Fvck You,' choosing instead to offer a vulnerable perspective into dealing with an unfaithful romantic partner.
"[2] Motolani Alake of Pulse Nigeria noted that while records like "Eh God (Barnabas)" showcase Kizz Daniel's classic style, blending killer adlibs, quasi-traditional Yoruba percussion, and catchy hooks, tracks like "Pour Me Water," "Addict," and "Lie" reflect a shift toward the demands of contemporary Nigerian pop music.
Alake further remarked that "sonically, 'Pour Me Water' and 'Addict' also represent a slight evolution for Kizz Daniel," pointing to his reflective and contemplative approach across the Barnabas EP, as the artist explored themes of love, dreams, youth, and faith.