In the U.S., "Straight On" became Heart's third single to crack the top twenty, peaking at number fifteen on the Billboard Hot 100.

[1] The song is a mid-tempo rock number which incorporates a funky, almost dance-oriented bass line.

The lyrics use gambling metaphors to illustrate the protagonist heading straight on for her partner's love.

[2] Cash Box said it has "high-soaring vocals," "a steady bass drum beat" and an "exchange of riffs between guitars.

"[3] Record World called it "a bluesy rock ballad highlighted by the Wilson sisters' familiar vocals.