[1][5][6] The song opens with somber, clean guitar notes set to a light backing beat and Chad Kroeger's "gritty croon".

[7] Many journalists praised the song for being a more emotional and heart-felt counterpoint to the band's heavy prior single from the album, "Feed the Machine".

[5][8][9] Loudwire praised that it "toys with emotions, taking listeners from bleak lows to empowering highs by the time the chorus arrives and will undoubtedly be a new live favorite, calling for lighters (and phones) to be held in the air, illuminating the sea of fans packed into arenas and outdoor venues.

[5] AXS also praised the song for showing "Kroeger's ability to craft solid hooks and infectious melodies...on full display.

"[1] Billboard praised how well the song worked with its accompanying music video, calling it "one of their most poignant pieces yet" and concluded that "Although the sounds and complementary imagery are impactful enough, their message goes beyond the characteristically anthemic chorus", specifically citing its ending as a standout part.