During a restless night of sleep in June 1987 in London during U2's Joshua Tree Tour, Bono slept with the soundtrack to the film Blue Velvet CD on repeat.

After the concert, Orbison paid the band an unannounced visit backstage, where a perplexed Bono played the song for him.

[9] Allmusic wrote that the song was a highlight on the album; a haunting ballad, which was a perfect showcase to Orbison's vocal talent.

[10] Cash Box said it was "more rambling than the usual pointed material Roy excelled at" but that "it’s a still a strong offering.

"[11] The song was featured in the film Aquaman in the scene where Arthur Curry and Mera arrived in Sicily, Italy.