It received mixed reviews from critics who wanted the Clash to return to its anarchic punk roots.

The experimental nature of the song drew praise, as well as the Clash's signature anti-authoritarian political lyrics.

The song continued the Clash's shift to rap rock and funk, a combination which had succeeded in the American market.

In 2006, a CD compilation called Singles Box was released which collected all four versions in the same order with original cover art.

All tracks written and composed by The Clash (Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, Topper Headon).